The�University�was�founded�by the�Government of Andhra Pradesh in Venkataramannagudem, near Tadepalligudem in West Godavari District, under G.O.Ms.No.134 dated 26-06-2007. It is the country�s second�Horticultural�University. Andhra Pradesh, as the leading producer of mango, oil palm, chilies, turmeric, sweet orange, and papaya, as well as the second largest producer of total fruits and spices, richly deserves a Horticultural University to increase productivity, sustain productivity, and commercialize horticulture in the state..