Sarah Ephrida Tione | Agricultural Policy | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Sarah Ephrida Tione | Agricultural Policy | Research Excellence Award

Lecturer | Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources | Malawi

Sarah Ephrida Tione is a researcher specializing in Development and Agricultural Economics, with a strong focus on land markets, land tenure and property rights, agricultural markets, and agri-food policy. Her research examines how land governance, rental markets, and climate-related shocks influence food security, household welfare, and adoption of climate-smart agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa. She has held key research and policy-oriented roles, including postdoctoral research appointments linked to international collaborative projects and senior economist responsibilities within the public agricultural policy sector. Her work bridges empirical economic analysis and policy relevance, contributing evidence on land market participation, contract structures, and behavioral responses to risk and incentives. Through peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals, she has advanced understanding of land-use dynamics and development outcomes. Her impact vision centers on generating rigorous, policy-relevant insights that support equitable land governance, resilient agricultural systems, and informed decision-making for sustainable development at national and global levels.

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Poonam Karki | Microbial Ecology | SustainableAg Leadership Award

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Dr. Poonam Karki | Microbial Ecology | SustainableAg Leadership Award

Research Associate | Lincoln University of Missouri | United States

Poonam Karki is a researcher specializing in soil health, cover cropping systems, and organic agriculture, with strong expertise in statistical analysis and data-driven agronomic research. Her research focus centers on integrating living perennial cover crops into organic vegetable systems, evaluating soil carbon and nitrogen dynamics, and assessing sustainable land-use practices that enhance ecosystem resilience and productivity. She currently serves as a Research Assistant at Lincoln University of Missouri, where she contributes to interdisciplinary projects examining soil health gradients, cover crop performance, and organic system transitions. Her key contributions include advancing knowledge on perennial versus annual cover crop impacts, generating evidence-based insights for organic management strategies, and supporting sustainable agriculture frameworks through empirical field research. Her impact vision is to strengthen climate-smart and regenerative agricultural systems by translating soil health science into scalable practices that improve environmental sustainability, food system resilience, and long-term agroecosystem performance.

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Emmanuel Olatunbosun Benjamin | Urban Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Emmanuel Olatunbosun Benjamin | Urban Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

Technical Advisor | Aglobe Development Center | Nigeria

Emmanuel Olatunbosun Benjamin is a researcher specializing in Agricultural and Resource Economics with strong expertise in Development Economics, currently affiliated with the Technical University of Munich. His research focuses on the economics of sustainable agriculture, agroforestry systems, Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES), climate policy, and smallholder livelihood resilience, with emerging interests in gender equity, environmental incentives, and climate-smart food systems. He has held key academic and research roles through international collaborations addressing sustainability challenges in Africa and developing economies. His major contributions include influential empirical evidence on PES effectiveness, agroforestry adoption, women’s economic empowerment, and policy-relevant analyses of climate and energy transitions. Through interdisciplinary and impact-driven research, his work informs evidence-based policymaking, supports sustainable land-use strategies, and advances inclusive economic development. His impact vision centers on bridging environmental conservation with poverty alleviation by translating rigorous economic research into scalable solutions for global sustainability and climate resilience.

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Kourosh Vahdati | Horticulture & Floriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Kourosh Vahdati | Horticulture & Floriculture| Research Excellence Award

Professor of Horticultural Science |  University of Tehran | Iran

Prof. Kourosh Vahdati is a distinguished researcher specializing in horticulture, plant tissue culture, and biotechnology, with a strong emphasis on walnut science and nut tree improvement. His research focuses on abiotic stress physiology, walnut breeding and genetics, micropropagation, orchard management, and rootstock development, integrating molecular, physiological, and agronomic approaches to enhance stress tolerance and productivity in perennial crops. He serves as a Professor of Horticulture and has held key academic leadership roles, contributing extensively to international research collaborations. Prof. Vahdati’s major contributions include advances in walnut micropropagation protocols, identification of physiological and genetic indicators of drought and salinity tolerance, and the development of improved breeding and rootstock strategies for nut trees. His work has informed sustainable orchard practices and breeding programs worldwide. His impact vision centers on translating plant stress biology into resilient horticultural systems that support climate-smart agriculture, food security, and long-term sustainability in nut crop production

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Navdeep Singh | Soil Conservation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Navdeep Singh | Soil Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Western Kentucky University | United States

Dr. Navdeep Singh is a researcher specializing in Soil Physics and Hydrology, with strong expertise in soil water management, conservation practices, and sustainable agriculture. His research focuses on understanding soil pore architecture, hydrological processes, and greenhouse gas dynamics under conservation tillage, cover cropping, and integrated crop–livestock systems, using advanced tools such as X-ray computed tomography and simulation modeling. He has held key academic research roles at Western Kentucky University and collaborated extensively with multidisciplinary teams addressing soil health and climate-smart agriculture. Dr. Singh’s major contributions include high-impact studies on soil structural dynamics, water availability, carbon sequestration, and management-driven improvements in agroecosystem resilience, influencing best management practices and soil health assessment frameworks. His work supports evidence-based agricultural policies and field-scale decision-making. Driven by an impact-oriented vision, Dr. Singh aims to advance sustainable land-use systems that enhance productivity, conserve water resources, mitigate climate impacts, and strengthen global food security through science-based innovation.

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Nuria Pedrol | Sustainable Weed Management | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nuria Pedrol | Sustainable Weed Management | Research Excellence Award

Associate Professor | University of Vigo | Spain

Dr. Nuria Pedrol is a distinguished researcher in Plant Ecophysiology, Allelopathy, Weed Control, and Organic Farming, with a strong focus on plant interactions, stress physiology, and sustainable weed management. Her research primarily explores the biochemical and ecological roles of allelochemicals in plant–plant interactions, natural bioherbicide development, and plant responses to abiotic stress, alongside emerging interests in green manure-based weed suppression and soil restoration. She has served as a researcher and faculty member at the University of Vigo, contributing to leading projects on environmental sustainability and crop protection. She has co-authored notable scientific books and handbook chapters, and her transcriptomic studies in Arabidopsis have deepened understanding of plant detoxification mechanisms. With high-impact publications, refined biochemical methodologies, and sustainable agriculture innovations, her work promotes low-chemical-input farming and improved soil health. Guided by a vision of climate-adaptive and eco-friendly agriculture, she aims to advance natural-product herbicides and ecological crop management for global food security and environmental conservation.

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Happy Edwards Uwayesu | Agri Waste Management | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Happy Edwards Uwayesu | Agri Waste Management | Young Scientist Award

Student | Suzhou university of science and technology | China

Happy Edwards Uwayesu is a dedicated researcher specializing in environmental depletion, recovery and protection, with a strong focus on Environmental and Development Economics as applied to emerging ecological challenges in developing regions. His research primarily investigates natural resource depletion, climate-change drivers such as deforestation, and the socio-economic dimensions of environmental degradation, while his emerging interests explore sustainable policy solutions, watershed protection, and ecological risk assessment across fragile ecosystems. Uwayesu has contributed academically through his role at Suzhou University of Science and Technology, where he engages in analytical and field-based environmental studies related to waste management, aquatic ecosystem protection, and sustainable policy design. His key contributions include landmark analyses such as The Bases for Regional Growth: A Review, which examines agricultural and applied economics in developing areas, and innovative studies on urban transportation impacts such as assessing the environmental role of bodaboda systems in Uganda and proposing policy structures for more sustainable mobility. He has advanced scientific understanding of aquatic ecosystem deterioration through investigations into biomass arrangements at Nakiwogo Landing Site and their influence on fish habitats and lake vibrational patterns, while his evaluation of ASM1 parameters using large-scale wastewater treatment plant data has expanded methodological insight for wastewater modelling in subtropical climates. Additional contributions include influential datasets and publications on resource depletion, climate change from deforestation in Tanzania, and environmental risk assessments around sensitive natural resource zones in Southern Nigeria and Uganda, reflecting a commitment to accessible, data-driven environmental knowledge. His collaborative works also extend to comparative studies of hydropower, fossil fuel systems, and other energy sources in relation to their environmental impacts, offering new perspectives for sustainable energy transitions. Beyond individual research outputs, Uwayesu’s work frequently intersects with policy relevance, offering frameworks for improved environmental stewardship, reduction of project delays linked to ecological mismanagement, and strategies for enhancing the resilience of local communities reliant on natural resources. His vision centers on fostering a scientifically informed, economically balanced, and socially responsible approach to conservation, aiming to support governments, industry actors, and communities in adopting sustainable practices that mitigate environmental degradation while enabling long-term development. Through his contributions, he seeks to strengthen global understanding of environmental decline and advocate for innovative, scalable solutions that protect ecosystems, advance climate resilience, and promote sustainable growth in vulnerable regions.

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1. Uwayesu, H. E., & Clark, E. (2025). The bases for regional growth: A review. Agricultural and Applied Economics Association.

2. Uwayesu, H., Huang, Z., & Zhou, H. (2025). Environment role of bodaboda and the Environment: Policy management and solutions to make boda boda system in Uganda a home place to stay. Environment Role of Bodaboda and Policy Management.

3. Uwayesu, H. E., Baguma, G., & Zhou, H. (2025). The effect of biomass arrangement on Nakiwogo Landing Site: Effect on fish and other habitat on Lake Victoria Congugated CN vibrations.

4. Uwayesu, H. E., & Zhou, H. (2025). Evaluation of ASM1 parameters using large-scale WWTP monitoring data from a subtropical climate in Entebbe. SSRN. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5172361

5. Uwayesu, H. (2025). Why projects in Uganda delay to the extent of affecting other projects in progress. Figshare. https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.28511768

Workiye Getnet Abera | Sustainable Agriculture | Editorial Board Member 

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Mr. Workiye Getnet Abera | Sustainable Agriculture | Editorial Board Member

Lecturer and Researcher | Debre Tabor University | Ethiopia

Workiye Getnet Abera is a dedicated researcher and lecturer specializing in Chemical and Food Engineering, with a strong focus on sustainable materials, food quality enhancement, and green bioprocessing technologies. His research centers on developing bio-based products, optimizing agro-industrial waste conversion, and advancing innovative materials such as antimicrobial biolubricants, biodegradable films, and functional food products; emerging interests include circular bioeconomy strategies and eco-friendly polymer alternatives. He has served as a lecturer, researcher, and reviewer at Debre Tabor University since 2024 in the School of Chemical Engineering, following four impactful years at Dilla University where he contributed to teaching and research in Food Engineering. His key scientific contributions include the synthesis and optimization of antimicrobial biolubricants derived from Ocimum lamiifolium and lactic acid, the development of biodegradable bioplastic films from banana peel starch blended with cellulosic fibers, and advancements in gluten-free sorghum bread formulation enriched with sweet lupin flour, all of which demonstrate innovation in material science, sustainability, and food technology. In addition to his research outputs, he has provided extensive peer-review service across leading journals in food science, polymer research, environmental chemical engineering, and biomass valorization, supporting academic quality and scientific integrity. His work collectively contributes to global sustainability efforts by creating environmentally responsible alternatives to petroleum-based products, improving food system resilience, and promoting value-added utilization of agricultural residues. With a forward-looking vision, Workiye aims to strengthen the role of green engineering in driving industrial innovation, enhance the accessibility of sustainable materials, and support science-based solutions to environmental and societal challenges worldwide.

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1. Abera, W. G. (2024). Synthesis, characterization, and optimization of antimicrobial biolubricant derived from Ocimum lamiifolium and lactic acid. Heliyon, e38972. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e38972

2. Abera, W. G. (2024). Quality assessment of gluten-free sorghum bread prepared with sourdough and the addition of sweet lupin flour. CYTA – Journal of Food, Article 2397022. https://doi.org/10.1080/19476337.2024.2397022

3. Abera, W. G. (2023). Synthesis and characterization of bioplastic film from banana (Musa Cavendish species) peel starch blended with banana pseudo-stem cellulosic fiber. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13399-023-04207-8

Sharif Ahmed | Weed Management | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Sharif Ahmed | Weed management | Editorial Board Member

Postdoctoral Fellow | International Rice Research Institute | Bangladesh

Sharif Ahmed is a distinguished agricultural research specialist whose core specialization lies in resource conservation technologies, dry-seeded rice systems, weed management, cropping systems, and crop modeling under climate change scenarios. His research focuses on developing sustainable, high-efficiency rice production strategies that enhance crop performance while minimizing environmental impacts, with emerging interests in climate-smart agronomic innovations and integrated weed ecology for resilient farming systems. Over his career, he has served as a Specialist in Agricultural Research and Development at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), where he has contributed extensively to improving rice cultivation practices across Asia, particularly in Bangladesh and the Philippines. Sharif Ahmed’s key scientific contributions include pioneering studies on herbicide performance, nitrogen use efficiency, sowing management, and weed biology in dry-seeded rice ecosystems, leading to significant advancements in understanding crop–weed interactions and optimizing agronomic inputs for productivity. His work has generated widely cited publications on integrated weed management, seed rate optimization, herbicide efficacy, and sowing strategies tailored to floodplain environments, directly informing best practices for sustainable rice production. In addition, his research on the germination ecology of problematic weed species and the morphological plasticity of Leptochloa chinensis has provided critical insights for improved weed control policies and cropping system design. Through collaborations with leading agronomists, Sharif Ahmed has helped develop decision-support frameworks that enhance farmers’ ability to adopt resource-efficient technologies, thereby supporting both national and regional food security goals. His research outcomes have influenced agricultural extension programs, technology dissemination models, and environmentally sound weed management guidelines used in multiple rice-growing regions. Sharif Ahmed envisions a future where evidence-based agricultural innovation drives resilient food systems, climate adaptability, and sustainable intensification of rice production. His ongoing efforts aim to bridge scientific discovery with practical field applications, empowering farming communities through knowledge, improved production strategies, and eco-friendly crop management tools. By contributing to global discussions on crop sustainability and climate-adapted agronomy, he continues to advance a research agenda that supports food security, environmental stewardship, and the long-term viability of agricultural ecosystems worldwide.

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1. Ahmed, S., Salim, M., & Chauhan, B. S. (2014). Effect of weed management and seed rate on crop growth under direct dry-seeded rice systems in Bangladesh. PLOS ONE, 9(7), e101919.

2. Ahmed, S., & Chauhan, B. S. (2014). Performance of different herbicides in dry-seeded rice in Bangladesh. The Scientific World Journal, 2014, 729418.

3. Chauhan, B. S., Ahmed, S., Awan, T. H., Jabran, K., & Manalil, S. (2015). Integrated weed management approach to improve weed control efficiencies for sustainable rice production in dry-seeded systems. Crop Protection, 71, 19–24.

4. Ahmed, S., Humphreys, E., Salim, M., & Chauhan, B. S. (2016). Growth, yield and nitrogen use efficiency of dry-seeded rice as influenced by nitrogen and seed rates in Bangladesh. Field Crops Research, 186, 18–31.

5. Ahmed, S., & Chauhan, B. S. (2015). Efficacy and phytotoxicity of different rates of oxadiargyl and pendimethalin in dry-seeded rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Bangladesh. Crop Protection, 72, 169–174.

Amit Kesarwani | Climate Change | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Amit Kesarwani | Climate Change | Editorial Board Member

Assistant Professor | Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology | India

Dr. Amit Kesarwani is a distinguished researcher specializing in agronomy, with core expertise in soil and plant nutrition, nitrogen-use efficiency, organic farming, and wheat agronomy. His research focuses on optimizing nutrient management systems, advancing sustainable crop production strategies, and enhancing the biochemical and physiological quality of cereals through improved farming practices. Emerging interests in biofortification, soil microbial dynamics, and climate-resilient agronomic interventions further expand the scope of his scientific contributions. Over his career, Dr. Kesarwani has served in pivotal academic roles, including Assistant Professor of Agronomy at GBPUAT, Pantnagar, and Visiting Fellow at Western Sydney University, Australia, where he actively engaged in collaborative research on plant nutrition and sustainable production systems. His key contributions span influential studies on nutrient management strategies, organic farming impacts, and rice and wheat quality enhancement, reflected in widely cited works on microbial-function-based nutrient strategies, integrated nutrient management, antioxidant properties of cereals, and long-term fertilizer impacts on soil microbiology. His research has advanced practical innovations for improving nitrogen-use efficiency, reducing nitrate toxicity through decision-support tools, and strengthening soil health under intensive cultivation, offering valuable insights for modern agricultural policy and sustainable farming frameworks. Dr. Kesarwani’s work also contributes to understanding genotype–environment interactions for quality traits in cereal crops, supporting industry efforts toward healthier and more resilient food systems. His scientific output, including high-impact publications in agricultural productivity, plant biochemistry, and soil science, demonstrates continued commitment to improving crop performance while minimizing environmental degradation. Guided by a vision to strengthen global food security, he aims to drive innovations that foster climate-smart agriculture, empower farmers through evidence-based nutrient-management solutions, and enhance the sustainability of cereal-based cropping systems. Through his leadership in research, collaborative initiatives, and knowledge dissemination, Dr. Kesarwani continues to contribute meaningfully to agricultural science, ensuring that sustainable agronomic practices remain central to meeting the world’s growing food and environmental challenges.

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1. Mehta, C. M., Emmanuel, B., Kesarwani, A., Sirari, K., & Sharma, A. K. (2016). Nutrient management strategies based on microbial functions. In Microbial Inoculants in Sustainable Agricultural Productivity (Vol. 2).

2. Wailare, A. T., & Kesarwani, A. (2017). Effect of integrated nutrient management on growth and yield parameters of maize (Zea mays L.) as well as soil physico-chemical properties. Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 1(2), 294–299.

3. Kesarwani, A., Chiang, P. Y., & Chen, S. S. (2016). Rapid Visco Analyzer measurements of japonica rice cultivars to study interrelationship between pasting properties and farming system. International Journal of Agronomy, 2016(1), 3595326.

4. Saini, R. K., Khan, M. I., Shang, X., Kumar, V., Kumari, V., Kesarwani, A., & Ko, E. Y. (2024). Dietary sources, stabilization, health benefits, and industrial application of anthocyanins—A review. Foods, 13(8), 1227.

5. Kesarwani, A., Chiang, P. Y., & Chen, S. S. (2014). Distribution of phenolic compounds and antioxidative activities of rice kernel and their relationships with agronomic practice. The Scientific World Journal, 2014(1), 620171.