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Agriculture is the main source of livelihood in Ratnagiri district. Agriculture depends on the monsoon rains, so kharif is a major activity in the district. The soil and climatic conditions of the district are very suitable for cultivation of horticultural crops; hence horticulture is the also main source of income in the district. e.g. Mango, Cashew, Coconut, Kokum, Jackfruit. Main crops Cereals, Mango, Cashew, Coconut and Nachani (Nagli) account for 78% of the total crop area in the district. Cashew cultivation provides direct and indirect employment to more than 5 lakh people in rural areas of Ratnagiri district. Mango and cashew are the two major cash crops in the district. These potential horticulture crops can contribute to the regional development of the district. Based on the secondary information and consultation with the major stakeholders in the district, these economic activities can give additional impetus to the economic growth of the entire district. This research paper focuses on the Potential Horticulture Crops for Regional Development in Ratnagiri District. The present research work has based on both primary and secondary data. It also discusses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of each potential sector.