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K. Madhu Babu

Publications (13)

Constraints and Strategies in Scaling up of Innovations in Agricultural Extension: Insights from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, India

Nalla Anusha Reddy, K. Madhu Babu, B. Savitha, K. Suhasini & D. Srinivasa Chary · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

Agricultural extension innovations are being adopted to tackle local challenges and enhance service delivery to farmers in terms of reach, efficiency, and relevance. Yet, their widespread scaling continues to face barriers due to systemic and contextual limitations. This study ai...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81437

A Study of Stakeholders and Their Linkage in Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming Project

Nalla Anusha Reddy, K. Madhu Babu, B. Savitha, K. Suhasini & D. Srinivasa Chary · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

The Andhra Pradesh Community-Managed Natural Farming programme represents a paradigm shift in agricultural extension by emphasizing decentralized governance, community participation, and agroecological transformation. This study was undertaken to analyze the roles, actions, types...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i73330

Human-Wildlife Conflict Mitigation Measures Adopted by the Farmers of Telangana, India

Samala Akhila, K. Madhu Babu, B. Savitha, K. Suhasini, BS. Yashavanth & I. Aruna Sri · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Mitigation of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) in agricultural regions depends not only on awareness but also on the accessibility and effectiveness of available technologies. This study assessed the adoption patterns of HWC mitigation measures among farmers in Telangana. A total of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i63125

Awareness of Farmers on Weather Based Agro Advisory Services in Telangana State, India

A. Harshini, K. Madhu Babu, Ch. Venu Gopala Reddy & K. Suhasini · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2023

Agriculture production is significantly influenced by the weather. From seeding to crop harvest, it has a significant impact on all aspects of farming. Crop germination, establishment, growth, development and yield are all affected. Extreme weather conditions including drought, f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2023/v13i102648

Constraints in Fertiliser Management of Major Field Crops in Telangana, India

Kemekar Pavankumar, Ch. Venu Gopala Reddy, K. Madhu Babu, K. Suhasini, A. Meena & A. Madhavi · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2026

Balanced fertiliser management plays a vital role in sustaining crop productivity and maintaining soil health. Nevertheless, considerable variation exists in fertiliser use across major field crops, resulting in inefficient nutrient management. The present study was undertaken to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i84391

Comparative Analysis of Farmer Profiles and Their Relationship with Fertilizer Management in Major Field Crops of Telangana, India

Kemekar Pavankumar, Ch. Venu Gopala Reddy, K. Madhu Babu, K. Suhasini, A. Meena & A. Madhavi · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Fertilizer management is a critical factor influencing agricultural productivity, and understanding it at the micro-level is essential, especially among farmers cultivating major field crops. This study aimed to (i) assess the profile characteristics of farmers practicing fertili...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i73251

Analysis of Key Determinants Influencing Fertilizer Management in Major Field Crops of Telangana, India

Kemekar Pavankumar, Ch. Venu Gopala Reddy, K. Madhu Babu, K. Suhasini, A. Meena & A. Madhavi · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Balanced and efficient fertilizer application plays a vital role in achieving sustainable crop production and maintaining long-term soil health. The present study was conducted in 2024. A combination of ex-post facto and exploratory research designs was employed. Six major field...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i73252

Analysis of Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) from Livestock Sector in India with Special Reference to Dairy in Telangana

K. Varalakshmi, K. Suhasini, D. Srinivasa Reddy, K. Madhu Babu & Santosha Rathod · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2025

Livestock constitutes an integral component of Indian agriculture sector and also a major source of Greenhouse Gas Emissions(GHG) emissions. The study uses both secondary and primary data for estimating GHG emissions from livestock in India and also Telangana. The study presents...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2025/v15i115122

Growth, Instability and Structural Break in Millet Cultivation in Telangana, India

Shana KK, Ranjit Kumar, K. Suhasini, K. Madhu Babu & A. Dhandapani · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

The study analysed the trends, growth, and instability of millet cultivation in Telangana from 2008–09 to 2023–24. Time-series analyses included CAGR, Coefficient of Variation, Cuddy Della Valle Index, polynomial trend fitting, and Bai–Perron multiple structural break test. The r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i103609

Behavioural and Socio-Economic Determinants of Consumer Expenditure on Organic Millets: Evidence from Hyderabad, India

Shana KK, Ranjit Kumar, K. Suhasini, K. Madhu Babu & A. Dhandapani · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

The study investigated the behavioural and socio-economic variables influencing consumer expenditure on organic millets in Hyderabad, India. As the demand for organic foods has grown, understanding the drivers of consumer behaviour has become vital for promoting sustainable consu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i101562

A Probe into Shifts in Cropping Pattern in Telangana State, India: A Markov Chain Approach

Kotla Saritha, Md. Ali Baba, D. A. Rajini Devi & K. Madhu Babu · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2023

Assessing variations in cropping patterns across various locations is crucial for a better understanding of the agricultural development plan. The goal of the current study was to look at Telangana state's changing cropping patterns. Data spanning the years 2000-01 to 2020-21 wer...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2023/v13i113320

Problems in the Adoption of Climate-Resilient Technologies by the Farmers of Telangana State, India

G. Acharitha, B. Savitha, Bhanu Rekha & K. Madhu Babu · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2022

Climate change refers to significant changes in global temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns. Climate change hasa serious impact on the natural resources available on the earth. Climate change adversely affects human health and quality of life. A majority of the populatio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2022/v12i111389

Constraints Perceived by the Rural Youth in Adoption of ARYA Project (Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture) Interventions in Telangana State, India

S. Sesha Sayana, M. Sreenivasulu, V. Ravinder Naik, P. Sri Ranjitha, K. Madhu Babu & M. Shankaraiah · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2022

Realizing the prominent role of rural youth in agricultural development especially from the point of view of food security of the country, ICAR has initiated a scheme on "Attracting and Retaining of Youth in Agriculture (ARYA)". This project was launched by the Prime Minister on...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2022/v12i121570