Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award
Scientist | University of Agricultural Sciences | India
Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar is a dedicated Scientist in Agronomy at the Zonal Agricultural Research Station, University of Agricultural Sciences. With expertise in agronomy, agroecology, and natural resource management, he has established himself as a strong advocate of sustainable agricultural practices. His research emphasizes climate-resilient farming, crop productivity optimization, and ecosystem sustainability. Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar professional journey reflects a balance of teaching, research, and extension activities aimed at improving farming systems. His contribution to agronomic science has been recognized through several prestigious awards and publications, reflecting his commitment to advancing agricultural sustainability and farmer livelihood security.
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Education
Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar pursued his B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agriculture and Agronomy from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, followed by a Ph.D. in Agronomy from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad. His academic journey was further enriched through multiple postgraduate diplomas including Rural Development from IGNOU, Intellectual Property Rights from Annamalai University, and Marketing Management from Annamalai University. These multidisciplinary qualifications have equipped him with comprehensive knowledge blending agricultural sciences, resource management, policy understanding, and rural development. His academic path highlights his commitment to expanding expertise beyond core agronomy, strengthening his holistic approach to solving agricultural and ecological challenges.
Experience
Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar professional career began as a Research Associate at Keladi Shivappa Nayaka University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, Shimoga, where he contributed significantly to agronomy research. Currently, he serves as Scientist in Agronomy at the Zonal Agricultural Research Station, Bengaluru, under the University of Agricultural Sciences. His role involves research, extension, and technology dissemination in areas such as crop nutrition, sustainable land-use systems, invasive species management, and carbon footprint reduction. With extensive years of academic and field-based research, he has been instrumental in implementing innovative agronomic strategies and bridging scientific research with farmer-oriented agricultural practices.
Research Interests
Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar research interests lie in agronomy, agroecology, and natural resource management, with a special focus on enhancing crop productivity while minimizing environmental impacts. His work explores integrated nutrient management, energy-efficient crop systems, biocontrol strategies, and carbon footprint reduction in rainfed agriculture. He is particularly engaged in optimizing castor-based cropping systems, evaluating forage land-use practices, and studying the impact of mineral nutrition and biopriming on crop performance. By adopting a systems-based approach, his research aims to build climate resilience, improve soil health, and promote eco-friendly farming practices to ensure long-term sustainability in semi-arid agricultural regions.
Awards
Dr. Revappa Mohan Kumar has been honored with several awards that acknowledge his excellence in agronomic research and technology dissemination. His accolades include multiple Best Oral Presentation Awards from national and international conferences, highlighting innovative studies on crop productivity, sex expression in castor, and forage land-use systems. He has received the prestigious Prof. B.V. Venkatarao Best Scientific Article Award, Young Scientist Award, and multiple recognitions for excellence in research and technology demonstrations at Krishimelas. His awards also include merit-based recognitions for externally funded projects. These honors reflect his outstanding contribution to sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, and community-focused agronomic innovations.
Top Noted Publications
Title: Sustainable Management of Invasive Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda
Year: 2022
Cited by: 98
Title: Integrated farming system approaches to achieve food and nutritional security for enhancing profitability, employment, and climate resilience in India
Year: 2022
Cited by: 86
Title: Integrated nutrient management for improving crop yields, soil properties, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions
Year: 2023
Cited by: 72
Title: Effect of single-cross hybrids, plant population and fertility levels on productivity and economics of maize (Zea mays)
Year: 2015
Cited by: 34
Title: Influence of balanced nutrition on productivity, economics and nutrient uptake of hybrid maize (Zea mays)–chickpea (Cicer arietinum) cropping sequence under irrigated ecosystem
Year: 2016
Cited by: 27
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