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Lalita Kumar Mohanty

Publications (21)

Water Saving Strategies in Field-based Agriculture: A Review of Traditional and Modern Approaches Across Agro-ecological Contexts in India

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, T. Laxman, Ram Gopal, P. A. Ramsem, Jeetendra Kumar, Narinder Panotra, Sumit Rai & Anshu Gangwar · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Water scarcity is a major challenge for world agricultural productivity, and using water conserving techniques (WCT) is required in different agro-ecologies. The review aims to evaluate various water conservation techniques used in agriculture and assess their efficiency across d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123755

Advances in Understanding Soil Microbial Diversity and Its Role in Ecosystem Functioning: A Comprehensive Review

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Mohd Ashaq, Pampangouda, Ashoka, P, Meenakshi Sahu, Narinder Panotra, Shabnam Kundal, Sumit Rai, Sanjeevani Choudhary & Lalit Upadhyay · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Soil microbial diversity represents one of the most complex and essential components of terrestrial ecosystems, playing crucial roles in nutrient cycling, organic matter decomposition, and ecosystem stability. This comprehensive review examines recent advances in understanding so...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i113743

Sustainable Crop Production Practices: A Comprehensive Review of Agroecological Approaches

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, S. S. Yadav, Vinod Kumar, Ram Gopal, Ashoka, P, Narinder Panotra, Gyanendra Singh, Rudra Nath Pandey, Nibir Mahanta & Rajeshkumar Kishorkumar Panchal · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

This comprehensive review examines the current state of agroecological approaches in sustainable crop production, addressing the urgent need for environmentally sound agricultural practices in the face of climate change and resource depletion. The paper synthesizes recent advance...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i101569

Diversification of Rice Based Cropping System for Sustaining Plant and Soil Health

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Elumle Priyanka, R VijayKumar, Arpit Suryawansh, Narinder Panotra, Thaimadam Girwani & D R K Saikanth · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Rice-based cropping systems are central to food security in Asia, but their long-standing reliance on monoculture practices has led to severe ecological challenges, including soil degradation, nutrient depletion, and increased pest and disease pressure. This review synthesizes cu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i63171

Biochar: A Sustainable Solution for Soil Health and Climate Change Mitigation

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, N K Singh, Shital H. Bhojani, O S Sandhu, Yanglem Sofia Devi, Sandeep Rout, Narinder Panotra, Anchal Singh, Priyanka Acharya & Harishankar · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Biochar has emerged as a promising sustainable solution for improving soil health and mitigating climate change. Produced from the pyrolysis of organic biomass, biochar is a carbon-rich material that can enhance soil properties, increase crop yields, and sequester carbon in the s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i53097

Harnessing Nanotechnology for Eco-Friendly Crop Enhancement and Sustainable Agriculture

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Ashutosh Singh, Amit Kumar Pandey, R.K.M. Harish Kumar, G Ramesh, G Narayana Swamy, Shivam Kumar Pandey & Bal Veer Singh · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2024

Nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative tool in various sectors, including agriculture. The application of nanotechnology in agriculture has the potential to revolutionize crop production, enhance food security, and promote sustainable farming practices. This paper explore...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i72568

Nurturing Crops, Enhancing Soil Health, and Sustaining Agricultural Prosperity Worldwide through Agronomy

Lalita Kumar Mohanty, N K Singh, Pranav Raj, Aditya Prakash, Awanindra Kumar Tiwari, Vishal Singh & Prashun Sachan · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2024

Agronomy is the science and technology of crop and soil management for producing food, fiber, feed, and fuel. As the global population continues to rise, agronomy will play an increasingly vital role in meeting escalating food demands while sustaining natural resources. This revi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2024/v46i22308

Conservation Agriculture Practices and Their Impact on Soil Health and Pest Dynamics

Vikas Singh, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Ashoka, P, P. A. Ramsem, Chandan Kumar Panigrahi, Shobha Thakur, Bhim Singh, Vandana Shukla, Ram Gopal & Ram Ashish · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

Conservation agriculture (CA) practices, including reduced tillage, crop residue retention, and crop rotation, have gained prominence as sustainable farming methods. This review explores the impact of these practices on soil health parameters such as organic matter (OM) content,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81429

Wheat Crop Responsiveness to Next-Generation Nutrient Management Strategies for Enhancing Productivity and Soil Fertility

Vikas Singh, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, P.A Ramsem, D. K Tiwari, Preeti Rathaur, Narinder Panotra, Anchal Singh, Amit Kumar Pandey, Virendra Singh, Varsha soni & Shani Gulaiya · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2025

Background: Nutrient management is a critical aspect of wheat cultivation, as it directly influences crop growth, yield, and grain quality. Conventional nutrient management practices often involve blanket application of chemical fertilizers, leading to low nutrient use efficiency...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i73547

Assessment of Awareness about Climate Change among Dairy Farmers in Bundelkhand Region, India

Pragya Ojha, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Mohit Singh, Deepali Suryawanshi, Vasupriya Parashar, Anjali Pandey & Somdutt Tripathi · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2025

This study was designed to assess the awareness of dairy farmers towards climate change. 120 dairy farmers responded to a designed questionnaire that was developed to collect the data and covered farmer’s socio-economic status, source of awareness and their specific knowledge tow...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i63495

Soil Health Management in Direct Seeded Rice: Exploring Nutrient Dynamics and Soil Microbial Communities

C. Sangeetha, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, T. Laxman, Kobagapu Mani Ratnam, Deepak Chouhan, P. Kalaiselvi, Akshay Kumar Kurdekar & Wankasaki Lytand · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Direct Seeded Rice (DSR) has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional transplanting methods, offering water and labor savings. However, the shift to DSR practices raises questions about soil health management. This review delves into the intricate relationship between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i51946

The Economics of Carbon Sequestration and Climate Change Mitigation Potential of Different Soil Management Practices

Dishant Dongre, Anisha Jendre, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Kalyani Pradhan, Rayees A Wani, Ram Ashish, Narinder Panotra, Shital H. Bhojani, Varsha soni & Lalit Upadhyay · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

Soil carbon sequestration has emerged as a promising strategy for mitigating climate change. The economics of soil carbon sequestration is a critical factor in determining the feasibility and scalability of this climate change mitigation strategy. Soil carbon sequestration—the pr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i61279

Vertical Farming: Addressing the Challenges of 21st Century Agriculture through Innovation

Narinder Panotra, Ningaraj Belagalla, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Ramesha N M, Vikash, Awanindra Kumar Tiwari, G J Abhishek, Shani Gulaiya, Kamalkant Yadav & Shivam Kumar Pandey · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Vertical farming has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges faced by 21st century agriculture. As the global population continues to grow and urbanization increases, traditional agricultural practices are struggling to meet the rising demand for food while also...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i44150

Biological Approaches for Sustainable Pest and Disease Management in Pulse Crops

Anam Khan, Kovvuri Janakadatta Reddy, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Vivek Kashyap, Amit Kumar Patel, Narinder Panotra & Shivam Kumar Pandey · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Pulse crops, including lentils, peas, chickpeas, and beans, play a crucial role in addressing global food security and nutritional needs. However, their production is often hampered by various pests and diseases, leading to significant yield losses. Conventional pest and disease...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i51990

Integrated Weed Management in Modern Agriculture: A Review of Innovative Approaches and Their Efficiency

Narinder Panotra, Ashoka, P, Abha Vashistha, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Vivek Yadav, Ram Gopal, Puspa Parameswari & Supneet Kaur · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

One of the greatest biotic constraints to agricultural production systems across the world is weeds, which result in a loss of yield by up to 30-40 percent in the leading crops. Integrated Weed Management (IWM) has become a holistic approach that incorporates several control meas...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123818

The Black Gold: How Biochar Can Save Our Soils and Climate

Ashoka, P, Subedar Singh, P. A. Ramsem, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Hari Shankar Singh, Sabarinathan Babu, Narinder Panotra, Kamal Kishore, Sweeta Manhas & Sahil Chauhan · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

Biochar, a charcoal-like substance produced from organic waste, has emerged as a promising solution to restore degraded soils, enhance agricultural productivity, and mitigate climate change. This review explores the potential of biochar as a sustainable soil amendment and carbon...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i53073

Assessing the Growth and Yield Metrics of Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan) as Affected by Foliar Nutrient Management

Elumle Priyanka, Shrirame M. D, Hridesh Harsha Sarma, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Marwan Reddy Chinnam, Chandan A. S., Bibek Laishram & Okram Ricky Devi · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2024

An experiment titled was conducted at the Agriculture Research Station, Badnapur, Maharashtra, under Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani during the kharif season of July 2018-19. The primary objective was to assess the impact of foliar nutrition on the growth, y...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2024/v27i91301

Enhancing Sustainable Crop Production through Innovations in Precision Agriculture Technologies

Ram Naresh, N K Singh, Prashun Sachan, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Sweta Sahoo, Shivam Kumar Pandey & Barinderjit Singh · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

Precision agriculture technologies provide innovative tools to optimize crop production while minimizing environmental impacts. This review examines recent advances in precision ag systems to enhance sustainable agriculture. Key innovations include: remote and proximal crop sensi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i31861

Impact of Conservation Tillage and Organic Nutrient Sources on Finger Millet Performance in Legume-based Cropping Systems

Narinder Panotra, S. S. Yadav, Lydia Zimik, Vinod Kumar, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, D K Tiwari, Ramya M., Ram Gopal, Lalit Upadhyay & Ayushi Sharma · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

This study investigates the impact of conservation tillage and organic nutrient sources on finger millet performance in legume-based cropping systems, highlighting their synergistic effects on soil health, crop yield, and sustainability. Conservation tillage, including no-till an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81446

Optimizing Crop Monitoring Efficiency and Precision with Drone Technology

Narinder Panotra, D.M. Kadam, Amrith Raj, Dileep Kumar G D, Lalita Kumar Mohanty, Rayees A Wani, Bhim Singh, Chandan Kumar Panigrahi, Shabnam Kundal, Vijay Kumar & Bal Veer Singh · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

Drone technology has emerged as a powerful tool for enhancing crop monitoring efficiency and precision in modern agriculture. This review article explores the applications, benefits, and challenges of using drones for crop monitoring. Drones equipped with various sensors and imag...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i71307

Advances in Precision Agriculture: A Review of Technologies, Applications and Future Prospects

Narinder Panotra, Rajula Bheemannagari Deepika, Pritam Roy, Yashowardhan Singh, Sandhya Sinha, Narpat Choudhary, Bhavesh Choudhary, Anshu Gangwar, Lalita Kumar Mohanty & Ram Gopal · Archives of Current Research International · 2025

Precision agriculture represents a transformative approach to modern farming that integrates advanced technologies to optimize crop production while minimizing environmental impact. This comprehensive review examines the current state of precision agriculture technologies, their...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/acri/2025/v25i81454