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K. M. Chethan Kumar

Publications (8)

A Study on Adoption of Soil Amendments and Micro Nutrients by Grape Growers in Karnataka, India

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, T. P. Bharath Kumar, P. Arun Kumar & Sanketh, C. V. · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Soil amendments and micronutrients are important for maintaining soil fertility and supporting sustainable grape production. However, the extent to which grape growers adopt recommended practices may vary, particularly with respect to the quantity, method, and timing of applicati...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i96278

Factors Influencing Adoption of Integrated Disease Management Practices among Grape Farmers

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, N. Kirankumar, T. P. Bharath Kumar & Sanketh, C. V. · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

The study examined the adoption pattern of integrated disease management practices among grape growers in Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka, India, during 2023–24. Chikkaballapura and Sidlaghatta taluks were selected because of their larger area under grape cultivation, and 1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i74358

Adoption Behaviour of Organic Manures by Grape Growers in Karnataka, India

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, C. V. Sanketh, T. P. Bharath Kumar & P. ArunKumar · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

The present study examined the adoption behaviour of organic manures among grape growers in Chikkaballapura district of Karnataka during 2023–24. An ex-post facto research design was used. Chikkaballapura district was purposively selected because it has a larger area under grape...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i3722

An Analysis of Grape Growers' Attitudes towards Integrated Nutrient Management Practices in Chickaballapura District of Karnataka State, India

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, T. P. Bharath Kumar, C. V. Sanketh & D. K. Suresh · Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition · 2026

Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) is a holistic approach to maintaining soil fertility and optimizing plant nutrient supply for sustained crop productivity. By integrating various sources of nutrients—including organic inputs (farmyard manure, poultry manure, crop residues, gr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajsspn/2026/v12i2675

Attitude of Small and Large Grape Growers towards Integrated Pest Management Practices in Karnataka, India

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, T. P. Bharath Kumar, Sanketh, C. V. & D. K. Suresh · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a sustainable approach combining biological, cultural, and chemical methods to control pests in crops like grapes, reducing environmental and health risks. However, its adoption remains limited due to farmers’ attitudes, lack of awareness, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44149

Profile and Problems of Grape Growers in the Adoption of Integrated Nutrient Management Practices

K. M. Chethan Kumar, M. T. Lakshminarayan, T. P. Bharath Kumar, D. K. Suresh & Sanketh, C. V. · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) plays a crucial role in sustaining soil fertility and improving crop productivity in grape cultivation; however, the effective adoption of INM practices by grape growers is often influenced by their socio-economic profile and various practical...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i36010

Dynamics of India’s Fresh Mango Exports: A Study of Two Decades of Growth Patterns and Market Direction

Rajula Bheemannagari Deepika, N. R. Karthick Reddy, D. M. Madhu, V. Pavan, K. M. Chethan Kumar & Vithal · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

Mango (Mangifera indica L.), popularly known as the “King of Fruits,” is one of the most important tropical fruits cultivated worldwide. India is the largest producer of mangoes, accounting for nearly 40 per cent of global production. Despite this strong production base, India’s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44165

Export Composition and Competitiveness of India’s Fresh Mangoes in the Global Market

N. R. Karthick Reddy, Rajula Bheemannagari Deepika, D. M. Madhu, V. Pavan, K. M. Chethan Kumar & Vithal · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

India, the world’s leading producer and exporter of mangoes, plays a significant role in the global fruit trade with a diverse range of varieties. This study examines the trade composition, growth trends, and export competitiveness of fresh mango varieties from India during the p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i44157