Yashpal Singh Saharawat
Research areas: Agricultural and Biological Sciences · Soil Science · Soil Management and Crop Yield · Agricultural Innovations and Practices · Rice Cultivation and Yield Improvement
0000-0002-5987-4429
About
Yashpal S Saharawat, a Ph.D., MBA, and PDF-IRRI, is the Country Manager and Principal Scientist at the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, USA. With over 20 years of experience, Saharawat has made significant contributions in various areas including country management, scientific leadership, new business development, finance and administration, and crop and groundwater modeling. Notably, he has been a pivotal figure in the establishment and representation of institutes/programs at the country level, shaping institutional strategy, vision, and mission. Saharawat's expertise extends to global agricultural R&D exposure, with work in more than 11 countries including India, Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iran, USA, Germany, Jordan, Morocco, and the Philippines.
Additionally, Saharawat has made substantial contributions and received recognition for path-breaking and innovative R&D on farming practices and enabling policies. His work includes the development and promotion of no-tillage and conservation agriculture internationally, as well as the propagation of scientific knowledge, skill, and capacity development. Furthermore, his involvement in new business development has resulted in leading and key team membership for securing around USD 83 million in different CGIAR, IFDC, and NARS institutes, with key donors including the World Bank, ACIAR, USAID, CGIAR, IFAD, and others.
Saharawat’s role as Country Program Manager at IFDC involves leadership and institutional strategy development, partner network management, new business development/resource mobilization, research and scientific knowledge propagation, operational and administrative functions, and policy level experience. Notably, he has led the strategic development of IFDC in India, facilitated the approval of IFDC's branch office in India, and established sustainable long-term partnerships with government and non-government organizations, donors, private sector, farming communities, and other stakeholders for agricultural sector development and institutional growth. Furthermore, he has been involved in organizing stakeholders' dialogues, contributing to policy guidelines, and participating in high-level committees and working groups aimed at enhancing agricultural policies and action plans for secure and sustainable agriculture.
His extensive research and development experience includes basic, strategic, and applied research for channelizing evidence-based scientific technology, skills, and knowledge to stakeholders, resulting in high-impact publications and presentations for wider audiences. He has been the principal investigator, co-investigator, or team member for more than 28 national and international projects on climate-smart agriculture and natural resource management, driving innovation in areas such as fertilizer technology, conservation agriculture, seed certification, watershed management, and more. Additionally, Saharawat has been honored with numerous awards and recognitions, and has organized and participated in various international workshops, conferences, and professional and management training programs, reflecting his commitment to advancing agricultural research and development
In conclusion, Yashpal S Saharawat's extensive expertise, leadership, and contributions in agriculture, research, and development have significantly impacted the global agricultural landscape, addressing critical aspects such as sustainable farming practices, policy advocacy, and capacity development.
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