Climate Change A Threat to Modern Farming Practices
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241
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978-93-48188-81-6
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Authors :
Dr. A. P. Singh , Dr Prayasi Nayak , Dr. Vijaya Rani , Tanvi Rahman , Kishan Kumar R , Abhijit Debnath , Dr. Mandira Chakraborti
This book blends scientific knowledge with useful solutions and is intended for farmers, researchers, legislators, and environmental advocates. It underlines the need of creativity, international collaboration, and community engagement in solving the numerous issues faced by climate change. We investigate the transition to sustainable and climate-resilient farming systems by combining traditional knowledge with contemporary innovations. Climate Change: A Threat to Modern Farming Practices encourages readers to help create a more sustainable agricultural future by acting as a guide and call to action as we traverse this crucial era. By working together, we can preserve food security, protect our planet, and make sure farming is a sustainable source of income for future generations.
Dr. A. P. Singh
Dr. A. P. Singh is Professor and Head, Division of Agronomy at SKUAST-Jammu, J&K with extensive experience in teaching, research and extension spanning over 19 years in various capacities. He has handled 25 Nos of research projects, funded by various agencies, as Principal Investigator/Co- Principal Investigator. He has more than 50 Nos of research papers published in journals of national and international repute. His research acumen could be gauged from the various awards, viz., Distinguished Scientist Award, Scientist of the Year Award, Young Scientist Award etc., he had received for making outstanding contribution in the field of agronomic research and extension. He had also served as editor in editorial boards of various peer reviewed scientific journals and periodicals.
Dr Prayasi Nayak
Dr Prayasi Nayak (Assistant Professor, Agronomy, CV Raman Global University, Khordha, Odisha). BSc. (Ag.) from OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha in 2016, MSc. (Agronomy) from ANGRAU, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, in 2018 and PhD. (Agronomy) from GBPUAT, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand in 2023. Awarded with ICAR-NTS Scholarship during MSc. and ICAR-SRF fellowship during her PhD program and qualified ICAR-NET. Awards: Young professional award and Student excellence award for her PhD. research works. Publication: published several research and review articles and book chapter in national and international publications. Experience: Research experience in area of nutrient management, conservation agriculture, climate resilience agriculture and cropping systems; one year teaching experience of Agronomy courses to BSc Agriculture students.
Dr. Vijaya Rani
Dr. Vijaya Rani is undertaking a Doctoral degree program in Agronomy, at the College of Agriculture, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture & Technology in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh. She was born in Andhra Pradesh. She finished her bachelor's degree program in Agriculture at Acharya N.G Ranga Agriculture University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh from 2014-2018. Moreover, she obtained a Master's degree in Agronomy from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalay in Mohanpur, West Bengal from 2018-2020. During her PG, she was awarded a Junior Research Fellowship from the Indian Council of Agriculture Research. She qualified for the ASRB-National Eligibility Test as well. She worked as a Young Professional-II (S.M.S) at the ICAR-Central Tobacco Research Institute-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, located in Kandukur, Prakasam District of Andhra Pradesh. She worked as a Young Professional-II at ICAR-Central Tobacco Research Institute-Krishi Vigyan Kendra in Kandukur, Prakasam District, Andhra Pradesh and Senior Research Fellow at Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research.
Tanvi Rahman
Tanvi Rahman is a researcher who is currently serving as a project assistant at the Central Sericultural Research and Training Institute (CSR&TI), Central Silk Board, in Mysuru, India. She holds a Masters’s degree in Sericultural Science and Seri-biotechnology from University of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysuru, where she distinguished herself as the university topper earning three gold medals and a cash prize for academic excellence. Miss Rahman have been continuously worked in the field of Sericultural Science. She have graduated in B.Sc (Hons) Sericulture from Assam Agriculture University, Jorhat with distinction. Miss Rahman has received 3 awards and she serves as a reviewer for InSc International Publishing platforms as well a life member of 2 professional institutes. She has authored various research papers, review articles, book chapters, popular articles focused on agricultural science and has actively participated and presented in numerous International and National Conferences, workshop and training sessions, showcasing her commitment to advancing knowledge in sericulture.
Kishan Kumar R
Kishan Kumar R, currently working as a Project Assistant at the prestigious Central Sericultural Research & Training Institute (CSR&TI - CSB) Mysuru, Karnataka, boasts an impressive academic background, having earned his Master of Science in Sericulture and Seri-Biotechnology with distinction as the Second Rank Holder from the renowned University of Mysore's Manasagangotri campus. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree with First Class with Distinction. A rising star in his field, Kishan has received coveted accolades, including the Young Researcher Award in Sericulture from Prosper Foundation & A.H.M. Trust and the Institute of Scholars. His research prowess is evident through numerous presentations at conferences, publications in esteemed journals, magazines and contributions to book chapters. As an accomplished editor, he has also lent his expertise to a published book. Beyond academia, Kishan inspires others as a sought-after freelance motivational speaker and resource person, sharing his knowledge at various events. Committed to continuous growth, he actively participates in workshops, training sessions, and webinars focused on sericulture and agriculture, solidifying his position as a dedicated and multifaceted professional.
Abhijit Debnath
Abhijit Debnath, Senior Scientist & Head, KVK Dhalai and
I am exploiting my knowledge for the development of the
farming community, my Organization as well as my own
for overall development of my State Tripura as well as for
a bright future. As a KVK Scientist, I am working in the
Research as well Frontline Extension of Horticultural
developmental activities since 2011. I have been serving
farming community since 1st December 2011 as SMS and
as Incharge Senior Scientist & Head, KVK.
North Tripura from 24-11-2014 and now as Senior
Scientist & Head at KVK Dhalai leading the group as Team
Leader for agri and allied activities for the upliftment of
farmers income.
As a Horticulturist, on behalf of my Organization,
effectively implemented True Potato Seed (TPS) and its
tuberlet production to reduce the scarcity of seed tuber,
commercial floriculture, processing and value addition,
improved cultivation technologies of vegetables (tomato,
brinjal, chilli, cucurbits), modern technologies like poly
mulching, Integrated Farming System (IFS) modules, mushroom cultivation, Integrated Nutrient management
of high value Sabri Banana, creating of Hydroponics
technology for interested urban community, improved
Nutri rich and nutri-sensitive crops (Millets, exotic
vegetables, fruit crops) for nutritional security.
Technologies are now at field level expansion and
horizontal spread which created positive impact on the
socio economic condition of the low, marginal and tribal
farmers of both North Tripura and Dhalai District. I am
leading the team in all over activities of KVK since 2014 to
till date.
Dr. Mandira Chakraborti
Dr. Mandira Chakraborti, presently working as Subject Matter Specialist, Agronomy at ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, West Tripura. She did her Ph.D in Agronomy from Visva-Bharati, Central University. She has a professional experience of 18 years at ICAR-KVK system. She has been working in multidisciplinary team of Research-Complex System’ of North Eastern Region understanding the diverse ecosystems and has acquired the holistic approach for the overall development of small and marginal farmers of the region through location specific Integrated Farming System model. Her area of interest is Farming System Research, Resource Conservation Technologies, crop diversification with oilseeds, pulses in rice-fallow, water management, weed management, organic farming, natural farming and climate resilient agriculture. She has a substantial nos. of publication in her credit.