Department of Agronomy

About the Department

The Department of Agronomy is the most significant Department in the SRM College of Agricultural Sciences. We educate the students through hands on training on field preparation, micro irrigation system, organic farming, integrated farming systems, dryland agriculture, smart farming, and Agro-meteorological observatory for experiential learning with multi-disciplinary approach for a well-rounded education in the field of agriculture. The department has experienced teachers with the requisite skills to offer the PG courses and guide the PG students in their specialised fields of research. The department possesses a well developed field unit to conduct practical classes and a well equipped laboratory for hands on training to expose students to various aspects of Agronomy. In agroforestry, give hands on training on identifying important tree species along with their seeds and seedlings, demonstrate the production of saplings, and Siliviculture, Agri-silviculture techniques to the students.

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Programs Offered

Research

Pursue a Ph.D. in Agronomy at SRMIST and engage in cutting-edge research to advance sustainable agriculture. Join a vibrant academic community dedicated to innovative solutions for global food security and environmental challenges.

Faculty

Teaching environment and quality are central to SRMIST’s capabilities profile. Our Professors are the reason for our continued ability to foster vibrant and value adding learning experiences for our students. The success of our students’ in terms of their learning and overall development enabled by our faculty members is an area of focus of Leadership at SRMIST. Many opportunities are provided to our faculty members to conduct research and engage with the industry in consultancy and other projects. This platform brings our faculty members an opportunity to expand their knowledge contribution as well as bring those rich experiential inputs to the classrooms and labs, therefore, benefiting our students.