Emerging Trends in Vegetable Crop Improvement
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978-81-69356-16-9 - Download Book Index
Book Description
Emerging Trends in Vegetable Crop Improvement explores the latest advances in breeding, biotechnology, genomics, precision agriculture, climate-resilient cultivation, and sustainable production systems. The book highlights innovative strategies for enhancing yield, nutritional quality, disease resistance, and resource-use efficiency. It serves as a valuable reference for researchers, academicians, students, breeders, and professionals engaged in modern vegetable science and crop improvement.
Authors Details
Dr. Santosh Kumar
Dr. Santosh Kumar is a distinguished agricultural scientist specializing in horticulture and vegetable science. He earned his B.Sc. in Agriculture from U.P. College, Varanasi, and completed his M.Sc. and Ph.D. from Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Ayodhya. Currently serving as Senior Scientist-cum-Head at ICAR Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Nicobar, he has made notable contributions to agricultural research, extension, and innovation. Dr. Kumar has published over 40 research papers, authored three books, and led several externally funded projects. His excellence has been recognized through prestigious awards, editorial board memberships, and design patents, reflecting his dedication to advancing sustainable agriculture and rural development.
Mr. R. S. Pandey
Mr. R. S. Pandey is an accomplished agricultural scientist and seed technology expert with a Masters degree in Vegetable Science from Acharya Narendra Deva University of Agriculture and Technology, Ayodhya (U.P.). He currently serves as the CEO & Director of Research at IFSA Seeds Pvt. Ltd., Sriganganagar, Rajasthan. An ICAR-NET qualified professional and university gold medalist, he possesses over 18 years of extensive experience in crop improvement and seed research. His expertise includes varietal development, characterization, DUS testing, seed production, quality assurance, and maintenance breeding across diverse crop species. Through his scientific leadership and innovative research, Mr. Pandey has made significant contributions to the advancement of quality seed production and sustainable agricultural development.