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There has been a massive increase in the region and output of litchi in the last 50 years, but productivity has remained nearly constant, which is a cause for concern for all of us. As land, water, and other natural resources become more limited, there is every possibility of increasing productivity in litchi through high density plantation, canopy management, and precision production tools for horticulture in days to come. Litchi is a fascinating fruit that is common among people during the summer months (May-June) and is grown as a cash crop. High density orcharding is a relatively new concept for growing production without sacrificing fruit quality. It provides earlier output and return per unit area, reduces juvenility, and allocates resources efficiently. Dwarfing root stocks play an important role in allowing for a greater number of plants per unit area. For certain tropical and subtropical fruits, HDP has been found to be the most appropriate technique, allowing for a greater number of plants per unit area.