Book Description
Digital Tools and Trends in Agronomy explores the transformative role of modern digital technologies in improving agricultural productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. The book highlights innovations such as precision farming, remote sensing, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and decision-support systems in crop management. It provides insights into how digital platforms and smart technologies assist farmers, researchers, and agronomists in making informed decisions for sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture.
Authors Details
Ms. Supunya Nath
Ms. Supunya Nath is a PhD scholar in the Department of Agronomy at the College of Agriculture, Vellayani, Kerala Agricultural University, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. She completed her MSc in Agronomy from the College of Agriculture, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. She has received the Best Thesis Award (2024) from several national and international organizations and was honored with the Young Achiever Award (2024) at Shri Guru Rai University, Dehradun, recognizing her contributions to agricultural research and academic excellence.
Dr. Y. Pavan Kumar Reddy
Dr. Y. Pavan Kumar Reddy is an Assistant Professor at the Agricultural College, ANGRAU, Mahanandi, India. He earned his B.Sc. and M.Sc. from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad, and completed his Ph.D. in Agronomy from S.V. Agricultural College, Tirupati. An INSPIRE Fellow and three-time gold medalist, he specializes in dryland agriculture and castor production. He has published 35 research articles, authored 8 book chapters, and received the Acharya N.G. Ranga Young Scientist Award.
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. Sri Sai Siddartha Naik
Dr. B. Sri Sai Siddartha Naik is a Teaching Associate, Lead Researcher, and Policy Writer in the Department of Agronomy at Agricultural College, Warangal, under Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSU), India. He specializes in crop nutrition, soil health, nanotechnology, organic farming, and sustainable agriculture. He has authored 10 books, 35+ book chapters, and 40+ research papers, and holds 16 international design patents, contributing significantly to climate-resilient and regenerative agriculture.