Emerging Trends in Plant Science and Agricultural Research explores recent developments in plant science, crop improvement, biotechnology, plant physiology, genetics, sustainable agriculture, and modern research methodologies. The book highlights innovative approaches addressing emerging agricultural challenges, enhancing crop productivity, resource efficiency, and environmental sustainability. It serves as a valuable reference for students researchers, educators, and agricultural professionals.
Dr. Ompal Singh Prof. & Dean, School of Agriculture at Eklavya University Damoh Madhya Pradesh. Dr. Ompal Singh received his B.Sc. (Ag.) degree from Chaudhary Charan Singh University in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, and his Master’s degree in Crop Physiology from Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture & Technology in Kumarganj, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh. He received a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology from Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur (M.P.). Dr. Singh has eight years of experience in teaching, research,and extension at ICAR-IARI, Pusa, New Delhi, and JNKVV, Jabalpur. His academic contributions include around 51 scientific research publications, 20 technical articles, 3 books, 2 patents, four book chapters, and organised funded training from the Government of India’s Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare via the CCS National Institute of Agricultural Marketing (NIAM) in Jaipur, Rajasthan. He has received several prizes from Agricultural Institutes and Professional Societies, including the Best ‘Ph.D. ThesisAward’ and the ‘Young Scientist Award’
Dr. Kundan Singh Prof. & Dean, School of Agriculture at SAGE, University, Bhopal Madhya Pradesh. With over 28.5 years of experience, he has significantly advanced agricultural education and research in India. He holds a Ph.D. in Agroforestry from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, specializing in agroforestry systems, biomass consumption, and agricultural yield patterns. He earned his Master degree. in Agroforestry from Kumaun University, Nainital. An accomplished researcher, he has completed 07 projects funded by ICAR, the World Bank, and DBT, focusing on bioenergy, sustainable agriculture, and biodiversity conservation. His work includes 94 researchpapers, 10 reviews,4 books, 8 student reference manual and 3 patents for innovative agricultural technologies. Recognized with awards like the Best Professional Award, Young ScientistAward and Best Paper Presentation.