- Research Scholar at SKUAST Kashmiredit
An experiment was carried out SKUAST –K in two consecutive years (2016 and 2017) to study the effect of zinc and boron and their interaction on nutrient uptake in onion on nutrient uptake and soil properties of onion. In the experiment it... more
An experiment was carried out SKUAST –K in two consecutive years (2016 and 2017) to study the effect of zinc and boron and their interaction on nutrient uptake in onion on nutrient uptake and soil properties of onion. In the experiment it was observed that sole zinc and boron levels, Z3 (7.500 kg Zn ha-1) and B3 (1.500 kg B ha-1) application proved superior in enhancing the uptake of all nutrients but exhibited lowest value in case of phosphorus uptake. It was further observed that interaction of zinc and boron proved superior to their sole applications in increasing uptake of nutrients. Treatment combination Z3B3 (7.500 kg Zn + 1.500 kg B ha-1) recorded significantly maximum value for uptake of nitrogen (113.93 kg ha-1), potassium (67.17 kg ha-1), boron (125.58 g ha-1) and zinc (184.01 g ha-1) but exhibited lowest value in case of phosphorus uptake. Sole application of zinc and boron and their combination exhibited a non-significant influence on soil pH, electric conductivity, orga...
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Research Interests: Agronomy and Vermicompost
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Legumes are the most important crop plants in agriculture, contributing 27% of the world's primary food production. However, productivity and production of Legumes is reduced due to increasing environmental stress. Hence, there is a... more
Legumes are the most important crop plants in agriculture, contributing 27% of the world's primary food production. However, productivity and production of Legumes is reduced due to increasing environmental stress. Hence, there is a pressing need to understand the molecular mechanism involved in stress response and legumes adaptation. Proteomics provides an important molecular approach to investigate proteins involved in stress response. Both the gel-based and gel-free-based techniques have significantly contributed to understanding the proteome regulatory network in leguminous plants. In the present review, we have discussed the role of different proteomic approaches (2-DE, 2 D-DIGE, ICAT, iTRAQ, etc.) in the identification of various stress-responsive proteins in important leguminous crops, including soybean, chickpea, cowpea, pigeon pea, groundnut, and common bean under variable abiotic stresses including heat, drought, salinity, waterlogging, frost, chilling and metal toxicity. The proteomic analysis has revealed that most of the identified differentially expressed proteins in legumes are involved in photosynthesis, carbohydrate metabolism, signal transduction, protein metabolism, defense, and stress adaptation. The proteomic approaches provide insights in understanding the molecular mechanism of stress tolerance in legumes and have resulted in the identification of candidate genes used for the genetic improvement of plants against various environmental stresses. Identifying novel proteins and determining their expression under different stress conditions provide the basis for effective engineering strategies to improve stress tolerance in crop plants through marker-assisted breeding.
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The investigation entitled “Genetic Variability and correlation coefficients studies in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.)” was carried out at vegetable experimental field SKUAST-K, Shalimar, Srinagar during 2016-2017 in which thirty eight... more
The investigation entitled “Genetic Variability and correlation coefficients studies in potato (Solanum tuberosum L.)” was carried out at vegetable experimental field SKUAST-K, Shalimar, Srinagar during 2016-2017 in which thirty eight genotypes of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) were evaluated To estimate the phenotypic, genotypic variability, heritability (bs) and genetic advance of quantative characters for fifteen quantitative characters. Analysis of variance revealed significant differences among genotypes for almost all the traits studied. The maximum range was recorded for tuber yield per plant (219.55-505.17 g), followed by plant height (33.54 -76.10 cm), leaf area (56.16 - 88.91 cm-2), plant spread (32.64 - 59.13 cm) and average tuber weight (45.61-65.81 g). The highest phenotypic and genotypic coefficients of variability were observed for tuber yield on per plot, hectare and plant basis followed by number of stems per hill, number of tubers per plant and plant height. In gene...
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An investigation was performed at the experimental field of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) during Rabi 2015-16 and 2016-17 to find out the effect of different levels of zinc on... more
An investigation was performed at the experimental field of Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) during Rabi 2015-16 and 2016-17 to find out the effect of different levels of zinc on quality attributes and shelf life of onion. The experiment was tested in Randomized completely block design with three replications. Four levels of zinc viz., Zinc (Z), Z0 (control or no zinc), Z1 (2.500 kg ha-1), Z2 (5.00 kg ha-1) and Z3 (7.500 kg ha-1). The observations were recorded on quality attributes from 10 randomly selected samples of each treatment while observations regarding shelf were carried out after storage of 10 kg bulbs in each treatment for three months. Pooled analysis revealed that maximum values for quality traits like protein content (12.83 percent), vitamin C content (13.78 mg 100-1g), T.S.S (13.11 oBrix), pyruvic acid (8.11 μmol g-1) and dry matter content (15.21 percent) were recorded with Z3 (7.500 kg Zn ha-1) treatment follow...
The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents... more
The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents or synthesis inhibitors) and materials that alter hormone sensitivity. The concentrations of hormones required for plant responses are very low (10-6 to 10-5 mol/l). Because of these low concentrations, it has been very difficult to study plant hormones and only since the late 1970’s have scientists been able to start piercing together their effects and relationships to plant physiology. Since the 1940’s both natural and synthetic growth regulators have been used in agriculture and horticulture with increasing incidence to modify crop plants by controlling plant developmental processes, from germination to post harvest preservation. The concentrations, time and method of applications play an important role in determining the effect of these chemicals...
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A field experiment was conducted during Rabi 2016-17 at Experimental Farm of Division of Vegetable Science SKUAST-K Shalimar Campus, to study role of organic manures and bio-fertilizers on quality and leaf yield of lettuce. The experiment... more
A field experiment was conducted during Rabi 2016-17 at Experimental Farm of Division of Vegetable Science SKUAST-K Shalimar Campus, to study role of organic manures and bio-fertilizers on quality and leaf yield of lettuce. The experiment was laid out in RCBD with inorganic fertilizers, three types of both organic manures and bio-fertilizers constituting 13 treatments combinations in all.The investigation revealed that the treatment T9, (60 kg N ha + 45 kg P ha+ 30 kg K ha+ Vermicompost (4 t ha) + Biofertilizers @ 7.5 l ha) recorded higher values for quality parameters viz., dry matter content (10.17 %), Vitamin C (37.48 mg 100 g), total chlorophyll content (18.85 mg 100 g) and total carotenoids (4.26 mg 100 g) and leaf yield (23.83 t ha).
INM system is to handle and sustain the agricultural output and improve the farmer's productivity through the cautious and efficient use of chemical fertilizers, organic manures, green manures, and compost including vermicompost, crop... more
INM system is to handle and sustain the agricultural output and improve the farmer's productivity through the cautious and efficient use of chemical fertilizers, organic manures, green manures, and compost including vermicompost, crop residues and bio-fertilizers. However, this does not mean adding everything everywhere; rather, a well-considered practical and proficient blend of varied nutrient sources is required which can produce desired yields and maintain soil health on long-term basis. INM system helps to restore and sustain crop productivity, and also assists in checking the emerging micronutrient deficiencies. Further, it brings economy and efficiency in the use of fertilizers INM system is to manage and sustain the agricultural productivity and improve the farmer's profitability through the judicious and efficient use of chemical fertilizers, organic manures, green manures, and compost including vermicompost, crop residues and bio-fertilizers. However, this does not...
The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents... more
The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents or synthesis inhibitors) and materials that alter hormone sensitivity. The concentrations of hormones required for plant responses are very low (10-6 to 10-5 mol/l). Because of these low concentrations, it has been very difficult to study plant hormones and only since the late 1970's have scientists been able to start piercing together their effects and relationships to plant physiology. Since the 1940's both natural and synthetic growth regulators have been used in agriculture and horticulture with increasing incidence to modify crop plants by controlling plant developmental processes, from germination to post harvest preservation. The concentrations, time and method of applications play an important role in determining the effect of these chemicals on varied fruit crops. Plant growth regulators have a great use for nursery growers from storage of planting material to branch initiation. As, quality planting material is a paramount concern of the researchers and fruit grower's for better growth and yield of plants. Exogenously applied GA3 overcomes seed dormancy in several species and promotes germination in some species that normally require cold stratification, light, or after-ripening. Plant bio-regulators helps in formation of good architecture which will enhance better quality production, better utilization of land and are known to develop higher number of branches, higher leaf area and better ratio between tiny roots and skeletal ones.
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The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents... more
The term plant growth regulator (PGR) includes naturally occurring plant growth substances or phytohormones, as well as synthetic compounds which mostly are chemical analogs, materials that alter hormone levels (hormone releasing agents or synthesis inhibitors) and materials that alter hormone sensitivity. The concentrations of hormones required for plant responses are very low (10-6 to 10-5 mol/l). Because of these low concentrations, it has been very difficult to study plant hormones and only since the late 1970's have scientists been able to start piercing together their effects and relationships to plant physiology. Since the 1940's both natural and synthetic growth regulators have been used in agriculture and horticulture with increasing incidence to modify crop plants by controlling plant developmental processes, from germination to post harvest preservation. The concentrations, time and method of applications play an important role in determining the effect of these chemicals on varied fruit crops. Plant growth regulators have a great use for nursery growers from storage of planting material to branch initiation. As, quality planting material is a paramount concern of the researchers and fruit grower's for better growth and yield of plants. Exogenously applied GA3 overcomes seed dormancy in several species and promotes germination in some species that normally require cold stratification, light, or after-ripening. Plant bio-regulators helps in formation of good architecture which will enhance better quality production, better utilization of land and are known to develop higher number of branches, higher leaf area and better ratio between tiny roots and skeletal ones.