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HI-TECH  HORTICULTURE

HI-TECH HORTICULTURE

Editor(s): Chandra Pratap Sengar, Saniya Yadav, Shahid Mulani, Thakare Harshad Sukar, Pankaj Kumar Maurya
Format: Single-Component Retail Product (Book)
Year of Publication: 2024
Publisher Name: National Press Associate
ISBN 978-93-48843-88-3
Price Paperback: ₹800.00

About the Book

In an era where technology intertwines seamlessly with our everyday lives, the field of horticulture stands at the forefront of innovation. "Hi-Tech Horticulture" explores the transformative power of advanced technologies in enhancing agricultural practices, improving sustainability, and addressing global food security challenges. As we navigate the complexities of climate change, urbanization, and population growth, traditional horticultural methods alone are no longer sufficient. This book delves into the cutting-edge tools and techniques that are reshaping the landscape of modern horticulture, from precision agriculture and smart irrigation systems to vertical farming and hydroponics. We aim to equip readers with a comprehensive understanding of how these technologies not
only increase productivity but also promote environmental stewardship.

Authors

Chandra Pratap Sengar

Chandra Pratap Sengar

Chandra Pratap Sengar, Senior Research Fellow, ICAR – Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal (M.P.) done his B.Sc. Horti. Year 2019 and M.Sc. Ag. Horticulture (Fruit Science) in year 2021 from Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Having vast experience of Horticultural Research, Extension and Teaching. He has worked as Horticulture Associate in Indian Institute of Management, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, From June, 2022 to April, 2023, Young Professional – 1 in GCRF – UKRI, UK Project for “Do Agricultural Micro Plastics Undermine Food Security and Sustainable Development in Less Economically Developed Countries” in ICAR – Indian Institute of Soil Science (IISS), Bhopal (M.P.) from April 2023 – May 2024. He has contributed in 2 books, published more than 6 research papers and 2 review papers in National or International Journal. He has written 4 book chapters, 4 popular articles and published 2 abstracts in different National and International conferences.

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Saniya Yadav

Saniya Yadav

Saniya Yadav, completed her B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture from Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Currently pursuing M.Sc. Ag. Soil Science, From ICAR – Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. She has written 1 book chapters, 2 popular articles and 2 abstracts in different National and International conferences.

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Shahid Mulani

Shahid Mulani

Shahid Mulani is currently working as Assistant Professor of Post Harvest Management in Shriram College of Agriculture Paniv affiliated to MPKV, Rahuri. He did B.Sc. (Agriculture) From Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth Parbhani and M.Sc. in Post Harvest Management of Fruit, Vegetable and Flowers crops from Post Graduate institute of Post harvest technology and Management Roha, Raigad affiliated to Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth Dapoli, Maharashtra. He has published 5 research papers in reputed journals and 1 book chapter. He delivered 2 Radio talk, He also participated in various National and International Workshops and Conferences. Having more than two years of teaching experience for B.Sc. (Agriculture) students. He is involved in teaching, research and extension activities.

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Thakare Harshad Sukar

Thakare Harshad Sukar

Thakare Harshad Sukar received his under graduate’s degree in B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture from Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri in 2022. He is a M.Sc. Student. Presently, he pursuing M.Sc.(Horticulture ) in Post Harvest Management at the Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir, after successfully clearing ICAR AIEEA PG Entrance Exam in 2023. He participated in International training workshops. He has knowledge about Mushroom Production and Horticultural Nursery & it’s Management

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Pankaj Kumar Maurya

Pankaj Kumar Maurya

Pankaj Kumar Maurya as Ph.D pursuing in Horticulture (Vegetable Science) From Naini Agricultural Institute, SHUATS, Naini, Prayagraj, U.P. He has completed B.Sc (Ag) from Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour, Bhagalpur, Bihar and M.Sc (Ag) in Horticulture from Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Pusa, Samastipur, Bihar. I also qualify ASRB Net in 2021. He has published 12 paper as author and co-author in NAAS rated journal, 17 book chapter and 5 text book as a author. He has attend different training programme, national and international seminar

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