Department of Agronomy

The postgraduate programme in Agronomy provides advanced knowledge in crop production, soil management and sustainable farming practices. It focuses on enhancing crop yields while, promoting environmental sustainability through modern research, resource-efficient techniques and climate-resilient strategies

    Teaching Staff Details

    S.No. Name Designation Field of Specialization Photo Contact Details
    1 Dr. S. A. Hussain Professor (AL-15) & Head INM, Crops and Cropping Systems Prof. Aldas Janaiah hussainsyed786@yahoo.com
    2 Dr. G. Sreenivas Professor (AL-15) Crop Modelling and Agrometeorology Prof. Aldas Janaiah gsreenivas2022@gmail.com
    3 Dr. A. Baby Professor (AL-15) Water Management, Crop Modelling and Environmental Science Prof. Aldas Janaiah babys_akula@yahoo.co.in
    4 Dr. A. Madhavi Lata Professor Agro-forestry and Cropping Systems Prof. Aldas Janaiah mlata.017@gmail.com
    5 Dr. K. Bhanu Rekha Professor Drip Fertigation, Weed and Nutrient Management in Crops and Cropping Systems Prof. Aldas Janaiah kbrekhaagron2006@gmail.com
    6 Dr. B. Murali Associate Professor Forages, Cropping Systems and Weed Science Prof. Aldas Janaiah Muralibellamkonda1@gmail.com
    7 Dr. P. Revathi Associate Professor Drip Irrigation and Establishment Methods in Rice Prof. Aldas Janaiah revathi.pallakonda5@gmail.com
    8 Dr. K. Shekar Assistant Professor Nutrient Management Prof. Aldas Janaiah kaluvalashekar333@gmail.com

    Student Experiences

    The department is supported by a team of highly experienced and knowledgeable faculty who teach and guide students in academics, with special emphasis on imparting practical skills aligned with present-day agricultural needs. Individual attention is ensured through personal care, including student counselling and regular reviews conducted by the Head of the Department, PG Incharge and the Advisory Committee, addressing day-to-day academic matters as well as other relevant issues. The department is also equipped with strong infrastructure, including well-established research laboratories and field classrooms, to cater to the diverse research and course requirements of both PG and Ph.D. students.

    – Mr. N.Vikram, RAD/2023-08

    The knowledgeable and highly co-operative staff mentor students by organizing varied professional activities, including guest lectures, interactive sessions with Agronomy alumni, successful entrepreneurs, and personality development programs. These initiatives aim to enhance professional competence and mold the student fraternity to meet present-day job roles as successful agronomists, agricultural scientists in government and private sectors, as well as young and dynamic entrepreneurs.

    – Mr.G. Manoj Goud, RAD/2024-04

    The Department of Agronomy has distinguished teaching faculty, supported by sub-staff who facilitate and help in academics and research. Courses are designed to impart practical knowledge tailored to the present-day needs of the farming community. Practical classes include exposure visits to research units under PJTSAU as well as related ICAR institutes, helping students better understand concepts and research technologies developed by the scientific team

    – Miss.K.Samatha, RAM/2024-11

    The Agronomy Department offers a congenial environment that fosters the all-round development of students. The teaching staff consistently encourage students to excel in both academics and extracurricular activities. Department-level professional activities actively involve students, familiarizing them with diverse roles and equipping them with the skills needed to shoulder key responsibilities across job profiles in Agricultural field in the near future.

    – Miss. S. Saritha, RAM/2024-15