Resin embedding in floriculture: a modern sustainable pathway for value addition and income generation
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Authors
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Aman Guleria
ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, India
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Gunjeet Kumar
ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, India
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M K Singh
ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, India
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Mukul Rana
Dr. Y. S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Solan, Himachal Pradesh, India
Keywords:
Dried flowers, Employment generation, Epoxy resin, Resin embedding, Value additionAbstract
Resin embedding is a modern technique that transforms fragile dried flowers into durable, premium decorative products such as jewellery, paperweights, coasters, trays and candle holders. The article explains standardization of drying methods, characteristics of epoxy resin and the embedding procedure, including sealing, layering, curing and finishing steps. A range of suitable plants has
been identified for product development. Economic analysis reveals that resinembedded products are highly profitable, offering double returns over investment. Beyond profitability, this approach reduces postharvest losses, enhances export competitiveness and creates sustainable self-employment opportunities for rural youth and women. Resin embedding thus represents an innovative and
sustainable pathway to value addition in India’s floriculture sector.
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