Traditional Agroforestry Systems
Pioneering research in sustainable agricultural practices across India's diverse rainfed ecosystems
Traditional Agroforestry Systems
Comprehensive research on sustainable farming models integrating trees with agricultural crops across India's rainfed ecosystems.
- Acacia nilotica systems in Chhattisgarh
- Tea-silver oak models in Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu
- Ficus-based systems in Karnataka
Sandalwood Research
Major contributor to sandalwood farming promotion across India with extensive research projects and training programs.
- Multiple NMPB-funded research projects
- Training program coordinator (2008-2018)
- On-farm demonstration trials nationwide
NITI Aayog Member (2021)
Member, Sandalwood Development Committee, NITI Aayog (2021)
Bamboo Conservation
Specialized research in conservation and cultivation of bamboo species with focus on sustainable development and edible applications.
- Guadua angustifolia cultivation packages
- Dendrocalamus stocksii
- D. brandisii
- Bambusa balcooa species promotion
- Edible bamboo shoots cultivation
Featured in YouTube documentary on D. stocksii cultivation