Advancing Innovations in Sustainable Agriculture explores cutting-edge technologies and practices driving the future of eco-friendly farming. This book highlights sustainable solutions such as precision agriculture, organic methods, biotechnology, and climate-smart techniques. Designed for researchers, students, and professionals, it emphasizes innovations that enhance productivity while preserving natural resources. It serves as a valuable resource for promoting agricultural sustainability, environmental protection, and food security in a rapidly changing global landscape.
Dr. Pooja Pant, Associate Dean at SGT University, Gurugram, is a seasoned horticulturist with 12+ years of experience. She holds a PhD from G.B. Pant University and specializes in dry flower technology, hydroponics, and Hi-Tech Horticulture. A recipient of several awards, she has four patents and leads multiple research projects, including a National Medicinal Plant Board herbal garden. Dr. Pant has developed innovative, low-cost hydroponic units and value-added floral products. She actively mentors students, publishes widely, and promotes sustainable horticulture through research, teaching, and extension activities.
Dr. Heena, Assistant Professor at SGT University, Gurugram, holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from CCS HAU. With over five years of teaching experience, she has published 13 research papers, authored 9 book chapters, and written a book. She has presented her work at various national and international conferences and received four Best Paper Awards for her research contributions.
Dr. Suman Verma, Ph.D. in Statistics from CCSHAU (2017), is an Assistant Professor at SGT University since 2021. She previously served as a researcher at ICAR-NIAP. Her expertise lies in agricultural statistics, especially crop yield forecasting using ARIMA and mixed models. She has published extensively, received awards like the Young Scientist Award (2019), and presented at various conferences. Proficient in statistical software, she is also active in organizing academic events. Passionate about teaching and research, she excels in guiding student projects and adapting to dynamic academic environments.
Ramesh Abhishek, M.Tech., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Natural Resource Management, Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, SGT University, Gurugram. He specializes in Soil and Water Conservation Engineering. His research focuses on groundwater, irrigation and drainage modeling, machine learning, neural networks, and agricultural equipment design. He also works with generator and transformer models. Passionate about innovation and continuous learning, he has contributed through research papers and patents.