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- Agricultural Sciences
- Agronomy
PhD in agriculture agronomy, soil science environmental science, GIS, soil fertility and crop production
- Agricultural Sciences
- Agronomy
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About Praveen
Dr. Praveen Karikatti is a Soil Science professional passionate about sustainable agriculture, soil health, and advanced farming systems. His interests include soil fertility, organic carbon management, nutrient-rich soil development, integrated farming systems, forage research, and precision agriculture. He combines scientific knowledge with practical agricultural innovation to support sustainable livelihoods and future-ready farming.
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1. Fundamentals of Soil Science
Definition and importance of soil
Soil as a natural body
Components of soil
Soil formation factors and processes
Weathering of rocks and minerals
2. Soil Physics
Soil texture and structure
Bulk density and particle density
Soil porosity
Soil water: infiltration, field capacity, wilting point
Soil temperature and aeration
Soil consistency and compaction
3. Soil Chemistry
Soil colloids
Soil pH and buffering
Cation exchange capacity (CEC)
Saline, sodic, and acidic soils
Soil organic matter and humus
Nutrient availability and fixation
4. Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition
Essential plant nutrients
Macronutrients and micronutrients
Nutrient cycles
Fertilizers and manures
Integrated Nutrient Management (INM)
Soil fertility evaluation
5. Soil Biology and Microbiology
Soil microorganisms
Nitrogen fixation
Decomposition and mineralization
Rhizosphere concept
Biofertilizers
Composting and vermicomposting
6. Soil Classification and Survey
Soil taxonomy
Soil orders
Soil mapping and survey methods
Land capability classification
Remote sensing and GIS in soil science
7. Problematic Soils and Soil Management
Acid soils
Saline and alkali soils
Waterlogged soils
Soil erosion and conservation
Reclamation methods
8. Soil and Water Conservation
Types of erosion
Contour farming
Terracing and bunding
Watershed management
Conservation agriculture
9. Analytical Techniques
Soil sampling methods
Soil testing
Laboratory analysis of pH, EC, OC, NPK
Interpretation of soil test values
Syllabus of Agronomy
1. Introduction to Agronomy
Definition and scope
Role of agronomy in agriculture
Agro-climatic zones
Cropping systems
2. Principles of Crop Production
Seed and sowing
Tillage and tilth
Crop establishment methods
Plant population and spacing
3. Water Management
Irrigation methods
Scheduling of irrigation
Water-use efficiency
Drainage systems
4. Weed Management
Weed classification
Crop-weed competition
Herbicides and application methods
Integrated weed management
5. Crop Nutrition
Fertilizer application methods
Nutrient management in crops
Integrated nutrient management
6. Cropping Systems
Multiple cropping
Intercropping
Mixed cropping
Crop rotation
Relay cropping
7. Dryland Farming
Rainfed agriculture
Drought management
Moisture conservation techniques
8. Sustainable Agriculture
Organic farming
Precision farming
Conservation agriculture
Climate-smart agriculture
9. Forage and Pasture Management
Fodder crops
Silage and hay making
Grazing management
Pasture improvement
10. Agroforestry and Integrated Farming Systems
Agroforestry models
Integrated farming systems (IFS)
Livestock integration
11. Crop Production Technology
Major crops:
Rice
Wheat
Maize
Sorghum
Millet
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