Dr. Avtar Singh Bimbraw | Conservation Agriculture | Excellence in Research

Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Dr. Avtar Singh Bimbraw served as a Senior Agronomist at the Punjab Agricultural University, contributing significantly to the field of agronomy through research, teaching, and extension activities. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he played a pivotal role in advancing sustainable agricultural practices in Punjab. His expertise and dedication have left a lasting impact on the agrarian community and academic fraternity alike.

Profile:

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🎓 Academic Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Agronomy, PAU, Ludhiana (1985) – OGPA 3.28/4.00

• M.Sc. Dairying (Forage Production), NDRI, Karnal (1980) – 68.29%

• B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons.), PAU, Ludhiana (1977) – OGPA 2.52/4.00

• Matriculation, Punjab School Education Board (1970) – 61.1%

🛠️ Additional Training (India, 1–14 days):

Participated in 8 specialized trainings, including:

• Seed production technologies

• Agroforestry evaluation

• Sugarcane seed certification

• Global Positioning System (GPS) applications in agriculture

📅 Service Record at PAU:

• Joined University Service: November 29, 1985 (Senior Research Fellow)

• Assistant Professor: 1986–1992

• Agronomist: 1992–2000

• Senior Agronomist: 2000–2014

🏛️ Administrative Experience:

• Director, RRS, Kheri (1992–1998)

• Section Head, Forage Section (2001–2011)

• Section Head, Tillage Schemes (2005–2008)

• Section Head, Conservation Agriculture (2009 onward)

👨‍🏫 Teaching Contributions:

• Taught diverse undergraduate and postgraduate agronomy courses (e.g., Agron.101, 201, 424, 521, 530, 603)

• Supervised 7 M.Sc. and 2 Ph.D. students

• Conducted practical courses under “Earn While You Learn” scheme

• Served as external examiner for 5 universities

• Participated in selection committees for various state and national appointments

🔬 Research Highlights:

• Led multiple projects (8 total), with significant outcomes including:

  • Inclusion of Dill (Anethum graveolens L.) in Punjab’s Rabi Package of Practices

  • Intercropping systems with sugarcane (moong, mash, cabbage, mentha)

  • Direct Seeded Rice and Zero/No-Tillage cultivation technologies

  • Evaluation of varieties: sugarcane, cotton, gram, berseem, moong

  • Nutrient management and sowing window studies for legumes and cereals

🌱 Seed Production Achievements (1992–2001):

• Produced and certified ~29,565 quintals of quality seeds (e.g., sugarcane, wheat, maize, pulses)

• Strengthened farm infrastructure for seed production (e.g., seed grader, tractors)

• Contributed significantly to PAU’s farm income and seed supply chain

📢 Extension & Outreach:

• Participated in Kisan Melas, Divas, field days, camps, and radio/TV talks

• Acted as resource person in refresher courses, summer schools, and district-level workshops

• Regularly disseminated improved crop production technologies to farming communities

🏆 Notable Recognitions:

• Subject Expert, Commonwealth Scholarship/Fellowship selection panel (2013)

• Member, selection committees for various agricultural appointments and programs

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