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.
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.