Book Description
Essential Agronomic Practices is a comprehensive resource that highlights the fundamental principles and practical techniques required for efficient crop production. The book covers key aspects such as soil management, seed selection, crop establishment, nutrient management, irrigation, weed control, and sustainable farming practices. Designed for students, researchers, and agricultural professionals, it provides practical insights to enhance productivity, improve soil health, and promote environmentally sustainable agronomic systems.
Authors Details
Dr. Hari Ram Choudhary
Dr. Hari Ram Choudhary is a distinguished Agronomist from Bundi, Rajasthan. He completed his B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture from Rajasthan College of Agriculture, MPUAT Udaipur, M.Sc. (Agronomy) from SKN College of Agriculture, Jobner, and Ph.D. from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. Currently, he serves as Subject Matter Specialist (Agronomy) at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nagaur-I. He has published numerous research papers and received several prestigious awards for his contributions to agricultural research and extension.
Dr. Susmita Das
Dr. Susmita Das, a native of Agartala, Tripura, is an Assistant Professor of Agronomy at Sri Sri University, Cuttack, Odisha. She completed her B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture from CAT, Tripura, M.Sc. from CAU, Imphal, and Ph.D. from BCKV, West Bengal. She has research publications, book chapters, patents, and actively works on cropping systems, organic farming, nutrient management, and climate change.
Dr. M. Malla Reddy
Dr. M. Malla Reddy is a distinguished agronomist and Professor of Agronomy at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTAU), Telangana. Born on 20 February 1970, he has made significant contributions to agronomic research, teaching, and technology dissemination. He has published over 100 research papers and several books, and contributed to the development of multiple crop varieties. A recipient of numerous prestigious awards, Dr. Reddy currently serves as Controller of Examinations at PJTAU, continuing his dedicated service to agricultural science and education.
Dr. B.A. Gudade
Dr. B.A. Gudade is Scientist-C and Deputy Director at the Spices Board, Government of India, Chhindwara, Madhya Pradesh. He completed his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agronomy from Dr. P.D.K.V., Akola, and earned his Ph.D. from Visva-Bharati University, Santiniketan. With about 17 years of professional experience, he has received several prestigious awards and published numerous research papers, book chapters, and articles in reputed national and international journals.