Kandarp Chaudhary | Agricultural Extension | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Kandarp Chaudhary | Agricultural Extension | Young Scientist Award

Senior Research Assistant | College of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry, Kamdhenu University | India

Dr. Kandarp Chaudhary is an emerging researcher specializing in Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension with a core research focus on livestock nutrition, sustainable feeding systems, animal health management, and extension approaches to improve farmers’ knowledge and productivity. His work particularly explores the utilization of herbal feed supplements, animal welfare practices, and socio-psychological aspects influencing adoption behavior among livestock owners, while his developing research interests include evidence-based extension strategies, dairy hygiene improvement, and welfare-centric livestock farming for rural economic development. As a Senior Research Assistant in Veterinary & Animal Husbandry Extension, he has actively contributed to field-based research, livestock husbandry training programs, and on-farm trials aimed at improving animal productivity and health outcomes. Throughout his career, Dr. Chaudhary has significantly contributed to research on the impact of Moringa oleifera leaves as a natural growth promoter in goat kids, and his studies on herbal galactagogues including Shatavari, Jivanti, and Methi have provided scientific insights for enhancing milk yield in ruminants, offering a viable alternative to chemical-based productivity enhancers. His work assessing barn sanitation, animal hygiene practices in dairy systems, and students’ attitudes toward veterinary careers further supports institutional decision-making and policy-oriented training development. Dr. Chaudhary’s publications, with growing scholarly citations, continue to support knowledge transfer in livestock nutrition, extension education, and welfare-focused animal management. His contributions extend to disease awareness in exotic birds and pigmentation studies in domestic animals, promoting better clinical observation and management practices. His research vision is directed toward strengthening sustainable livestock systems, optimizing the use of natural feed resources, and enhancing farmer-centric advisory frameworks through scientific extension methodologies. By developing practical solutions and knowledge-based interventions, he aims to support healthier herds, farmer livelihood upliftment, and a resilient livestock sector, positioning his work as an asset to science-based rural development and future industry innovation. With his ongoing dedication to impactful research, publication, and capacity-building initiatives, Dr. Chaudhary continues to work toward improved productivity, welfare-friendly husbandry, and greater accessibility of scientific knowledge to farming communities and livestock professionals globally.

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Featured Publications 

1. Damor, S. V., Pawar, M. M., Ankuya, K. J., Gami, Y. M., Srivastava, A. K., Chauhan, H. D., & Chaudhary, K. R. (2017). Effect of feeding different levels of Moringa (Moringa oleifera) leaves on growth performance of Mehsana goat kids. Significance, 10(18), 3190-3193.

2. Patel, V. K., Joshi, A., Kalma, R. P., Parmar, S. C., Damor, S. V., & Chaudhary, K. R. (2016). Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), Jivanti (Leptadenia reticulata) and Methi (Trigonella foenum-graecum): The herbal galactogogues for ruminants.

3. Sorathiya, L. M., Chaudhary, G., Patel, T., Bhadesiya, C., & Chaudhary, K. R. (2023). Study of existing barn and animal hygiene practices in milch cows and buffaloes in Sabarkantha district. Indian Journal of Animal Production and Management, 37(4), 314-320.

4. Chaudhary, K. R., & Desai, Y. A. (2025). Attitude of undergraduate veterinary college students towards veterinary education and career aspirations: A socio-psychological perspective. International Journal of Agriculture Extension & Social Development, 8(10).

5. Desai, G. D., Chudasama, M. M., Damor, S. V., Patel, V. K., Rathod, A. S., & Chaudhary, K. R. (2016). Overview on endogenous pigmentation in domestic animals.

Surya Pratap Singh Somvanshi | Livestock Farming | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Surya Pratap Singh Somvanshi | Livestock Farming | Outstanding Scientist Award

Subject Matter Specialist | Banda University of Agriculture & Technology | India

Dr. Surya P. S. Somvanshi, a distinguished researcher in Animal Science, is recognized for his extensive work in livestock management, dairy science, and rural agricultural development, with a focus on improving productivity, animal health, and sustainable farming practices. His research primarily centers on livestock management systems, dairy farmers’ behavioral patterns, and the influence of environmental and climatic factors on animal health and production, while his emerging interests include nutritional diversity, drudgery-reducing technologies for farm women, and sustainable resource use in mixed farming systems. Over his career, Dr. Somvanshi has served in key academic roles at Banda University of Agriculture and Technology (U.P.), contributing significantly to animal science research and extension activities that aim to strengthen rural farming communities. His scholarly contributions include high-impact studies such as the evaluation of animal rearing practices in Rajasthan, analytical assessments of Foot and Mouth Disease under region-specific climatic conditions, insights into seasonal variations in goat milk composition, and pioneering work on the adoption of scientific dairy management practices across various Indian districts. Additionally, his collaborative research on 16S rDNA analysis revealed microbial patterns that enhance the understanding of rumen ecology in buffaloes, supporting innovation in feed optimization and methane-mitigation strategies. His work has also advanced rural ergonomics, introducing improved tools like serrated sickles and twin-wheel hoes that reduce physical strain on farm women, alongside studies that highlight constraints in dairy practice adoption and opportunities for value addition in products such as tomato-based foods. Dr. Somvanshi’s contributions extend to policy-relevant domains, including sustainable food security through nutri-gardens, assessment of pulses production constraints, and improving livestock welfare in both irrigated and less-irrigated regions. With more than a thousand citations, his research continues to shape scientific understanding and practical interventions in animal husbandry, agricultural ergonomics, and rural development. Through his commitment to generating evidence-based solutions, Dr. Somvanshi envisions strengthening livestock systems, empowering farming communities, and fostering innovations that enhance food security, nutritional outcomes, and climate-resilient agricultural practices. His work contributes meaningfully to advancing science-based animal management, supporting sustainable rural livelihoods, and promoting inclusive growth within India’s agricultural sector and beyond.

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Featured Publications 

1. Singh, G., & Somvanshi, S. P. S. (2020). Study on animal rearing practices by dairy owners of district Jaipur, Rajasthan. The Journal of Rural and Agricultural Research, 20(1), 61–64.

2. Singh, G., Parkash, J., Somvanshi, S. P. S., Kumar, A., Singh, G., & Kumar, A. (2025). An analytical study on Foot and Mouth Disease under climatic conditions of Tonk district. International Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, 10(2).

3. Singh, H. G., Mahesh, M. S., Parkash, J., Somvanshi, S. P. S., Kumar, A., & Singh, G. (2025). Influence of seasons on the composition of goat milk reared under conditions of Mauzmabad Tehsil, Jaipur district. International Journal of Agriculture and Nutrition, 7(2), 9–14.

4. Chaurasiya, K. K., Badodiya, S. K., Somvanshi, S. P. S., & Gaur, C. L. (2016). Entrepreneurial behavior of dairy farmers in Gwalior district of Madhya Pradesh. Indian Journal of Dairy Science, 69(1), 112–115.

5. Paul, S. S., Deb, S. M., Dey, A., Somvanshi, S. P. S., Singh, D., & Rathore, R. (2015). 16S rDNA analysis of archaea indicates dominance of Methanobacterium and high abundance of Methanomassiliicoccaceae in rumen of Nili-Ravi buffalo. Anaerobe, 35, 3–10.