Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture & Forestry, located in Nauni, Solan, is a state university in Himachal Pradesh, established on December 1, 1985. It is the first university in Asia dedicated exclusively to horticulture and forestry. The university focuses on education, research, and extension education in these fields, aiming to support sustainable development in Himachal Pradesh and the Indian Himalayan region.

The university offers degree programs and applied training in horticulture, forestry, biotechnology, food technology, and natural farming. It operates through several academic units, including the College of Horticulture and Forestry in Nauni, Neri, and Thunag. The institution also has a Directorate of Research and a Directorate of Extension Education, which facilitate innovation and outreach to students, farmers, researchers, and the horticulture and forestry sectors.