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Pazhanisamy Selvaganesan

Borlaug Institute for South Asia

Research areas: Agricultural and Biological Sciences · Agronomy and Crop Science · Climate change impacts on agriculture · Soil Management and Crop Yield · Soil Carbon and Nitrogen Dynamics

ORCID iD 0000-0001-9761-1171
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Dr. Pazhanisamy Selvaganesan is an esteemed agronomist with extensive expertise in sustainable agriculture, climate-resilient cropping systems, conservation agriculture, and soil health management. He earned his PhD in Agronomy from Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Bihar, India, where his research focused on the impact of boron and molybdenum in chickpea cultivation, particularly under varying tillage and irrigation practices. Currently, Dr. Pazhanisamy serves as the Hub Coordinator - Agronomist at CIMMYT-BISA in Bihar, leading multi-institutional research projects aimed at improving agricultural sustainability in riverine agro-ecosystems. His work is centered on optimizing cropping systems through innovative, climate-adaptive practices such as zero tillage, micro-irrigation, and precision farming, which aim to improve soil health, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance food security. Over the years, he has played a key role in building international collaborations, securing research funding, and contributing to transformative projects in sustainable land management. Dr. Pazhanisamy’s academic career has also been marked by his extensive teaching and mentoring of students at various levels, from undergraduate to PhD. He has designed and delivered courses in agronomy, soil management, and sustainable farming practices, preparing students to tackle the challenges posed by climate change. His dedication to education extends to conducting training programs for farmers and extension workers to promote the adoption of sustainable agricultural technologies. Dr. Pazhanisamy holds a Master’s degree in Agronomy from Pondicherry University and a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. His research has focused on enhancing soil fertility and crop productivity through conservation agriculture and sustainable farming practices, as well as developing data-driven, precision agriculture solutions. His expertise in meteorological data interpretation allows him to inform agronomic decisions using real-time weather data, particularly in managing crops under climate stress. Dr. Pazhanisamy has received several prestigious awards, including the Senior Research Fellowship (ICAR JRF/SRF), the Young Scientist Award (2019) from the Green Agri Professional Society, and the Young Agronomist Award (2025) from the International Agriculture Conference, ICAR-2025. His contributions to agricultural science have been recognized through multiple oral and poster presentation awards, and he actively contributes to the scientific community as a peer-review expert and Editorial Board Member of the American Journal of Agriculture and Forestry. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in renowned journals such as Soil and Tillage Research and Field Crops Research, with a focus on conservation agriculture, climate resilience, and crop management. Additionally, Dr. Pazhanisamy holds a patent for a Soil Nutrient Monitoring Device, which is designed to enhance nutrient management in agricultural systems. Looking forward, i am plans to continue his research on legume-based cropping systems in river basin regions, utilizing precision agriculture to promote year-round, climate-resilient crop production. His future work will aim to further improve soil health, optimize water usage, and reduce the environmental impact of farming systems, all while contributing to global food security and sustainability.

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