+91-8948104589
samir.etopno@shuats.edu.in
Department of Horticulture
+91-8948104589
samir.etopno@shuats.edu.in
Department of Horticulture
Educational Details
Graduated in 2015
Graduated in 2002
Graduated in 2000
Professional Summary
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Horticulture, NAI, SHUATS: Since 2016 - till date
Research Scholar, IRRI, Philippines: 2012-2015
Training Coordinator, Special Course in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development, MSCNE, SHUATS:2006-2009
Program Officer, Clean Village Initiative Program, CCNFE, AAIDU: 2003-2006
Area of Specialization
Horticulture, Environmental ScienceExpertise
Assistant Professor of Horticultural Science specializing in experimental design, field trial management, and multivariate data analysis. Expertise also includes sustainable agriculture, organic farming, life cycle analysis, and biomass energy. Research interests encompass vegetable, flower, and fruit production and management, Functional foods, medicinal and aromatic crops, and applied taxonomy for crop improvement.
Projects
Title of the Project
| Funding Agency | Duration | PI/Co-PI | Amount (Rs.) in Lakhs/USD |
Consultancy project on controlled-release fertilizers | NOUSBO, South Korea | 2 Years | PI | 11000 USD |
Doubling Farmer's Income Through Protected Cultivation of High-Value Vegetable Crops through Farmer’s Participatory Approach | RKVY-RAFTAAR | 2 Years | Co-PI | 64.4 Lakhs |
Sustainable Agriculture | JICA | 5 Years | Co-PI | 500 Lakhs |
Biomass Energy using Rice Straw | IRRI | 4 Years | Scholar | 500 Lakhs |
Publications
i. Journal Articles Published
Sr. No. | Author’s Name | Title of Research Paper | Journal Name | Volume | Year | NAAS Rating | Page No. | Encl. No. |
1 | V.H. Nguyen a, S. Topno a, C. Balingbing a, V.C.N. Nguyen b, M. Röder c, J. Quilty a, C. Jamieson a, P. Thornley c, M. Gummert | Generating a positive energy balance from using rice straw for anaerobic digestion | Energy Reports | Volume 2 | 2016 | 11 | 117-122 |
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2 | Sreejitha S. Pillai, Samir E. Topno, Utkarsh Sawant Dessai, Govind Vasant Parab, Yasharth Mishra c, Jogi Lalit Kumar a and Vignesh Mahendra Shetye | Effect of Storage Conditions and Period on the Organoleptic Properties of Value Added Ready To Serve (RTS) Beverage from Starfruit | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 28 | 2025 | 5.30 | 735-740 |
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3 | Vidya Pogula Sanjay, Vijay Bahadur and Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of organic and inorganic manures on growth, yield, and quality of tomato (Solanum lycopersicon L.) C.v. Ns4266 under naturally ventilated polyhouse condition | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | Volume 7, Issue 7 | 2024 | 5.2 | 785-789 |
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4 | Pallavi Singh, Samir E. Topno, and Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Nano Zinc on Different Hybrids of Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria) | International Journal of Biology and Biotechnology | Volume 28, Issue 5 | 2025 | 5.3 | 810-818 |
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5 | Byneni Keerthana, Vijay Bahadur and Samir E. Topno | Evaluation on different hybrids of chilli (Capsicum annum L.) for growth, fruit yield and quality | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | Volume 7, Issue 7 | 2024 | 5.2 | 198-201 |
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6 | Shaik Musthafa, Samir E Topno and Vijay Bahadur | Effect of different levels of Panchagavya and biocapsule on growth, yield and quality of radish (Raphanus sativus) in Prayagraj agroclimatic conditions | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | Volume 7 Issue 11 | 2024 | 5.2 | 296-300 |
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7 | Deepak Yadav, Samir E. Topno, and Vijay Bahadur | Effect of micronutrients on growth, yield and quality of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | Volume 7, Issue 8 Part 1 | 2024 | 5.2 | 627-633 |
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8 | Lalit Kumar Verma, Vijay Bahadur, Anita Kerketta, Samir E. Topno, Tarence Thomas | Compatibility of the tomato scions with wild brinjal rootstocks | Indian Journal of Horticulture | Vol. 81 Issue 01 | 2024 | 6 | 115-120 |
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9 | P.K. Maurya, Vijay Bahadur, P.K. Shukla, S.E. Topno, Ghanshyam Thakur | Effect of nano-multi micronutrients on growth, quality and economics of French bean | Indian Journal of Horticulture | Vol. 81 Issue 02 | 2024 | 6 | 191-195 |
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10 | Shashi Kant Ekka, Saket Mishra, Vijay Bahadur, Annjoe V. Joseph and Samir E. Topno | Yield and quality improvement in Kinnow mandarin using nano-formulations | Indian Journal of Horticulture | Vol. 81 Issue 02 | 2024 | 6 | 155-160 |
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11 | Saurabh Shukla, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Evaluation of Different Genotypes of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) for Growth, Yield & Quality under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | Journal of Experimental Agriculture International | Volume 46, Issue 10 | 2024 | 5.14 | 374-380 |
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12 | Animesh Kumar Singh, Samir E. Topno, Vijaya Bahadur, Anthoney Joseph Raj
| Performance of different Varieties of Cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata) in Terms of Growth, Yield, and Quality Under Prayagraj Agro- Climatic Conditions. | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27, Issue 9 | 2024 | 5.30 | 1319-1325, |
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13 | Ranjeet Kumar Singh, Samir Ebson Topno and Vijay Bahadur | Effect of GA3, NAA and Ethrel on plant growth and yield of broccoli (Brassica oleracea var. italica) | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Volume 8 [Issue 10S] | 2024 | 5.29 | 488-492 |
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14 | Ankeeta Anusmita Dalabeheraa, Samir Ebson Topno and Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Activated Charcoal on Growth, Yield, Quality and Disease Incidences of Parthenocarpic Hybrid Cucumber under Protected Conditions | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 36 [Issue 5] | 2024 | 5.07 | 492-499 |
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15 | Tusar Ranjan, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Growth, Yield and Fruit Quality of Capsicum Hybrids (Capsicum annuum) as Affected by Integration of Inorganic Fertilizers and Organic Manures (FYM) in Protected Condition
| International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 36 [Issue 5] | 2024 | 5.07 | 195-202 |
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16 | Riya Verma, Samir E Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Exogenous Plant Growth Regulators on Growth, Yield, and Quality of Parthenocarpic Cucumber/English Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) under Protected Condition | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 36 [Issue 3] | 2024 | 5.07 | 447-455 |
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17 | Kajal Kumari , Samir E. Topno | Performance of Different F1 Hybrids of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) on Growth, Yield and Quality | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 22] | 2024 | 5.07 | 690-696 |
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18 | Shashi Kant , Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Performance of different Varieties of French Bean (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 14 [Issue 3] | 2024 | 5.16 | 527-533 |
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19 | Tushar Yadav, Samir E. Topno, Sandhya Gupta | Studies on Cryopreservation and Non- Non-Cryopreservation on Seeds of Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus costaricensis) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 14 [Issue 1] | 2024 | 5.16 | 31-42 |
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20 | Mukesh Kumawat, Samir E. Topno | Effect of Different Growing Media on Seed Germination, Seedling Growth and Establishment of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) cv. Red Lady | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 5] | 2024 | 5.30 | 962-967 |
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21 | Rivaljune Mawlieh, Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Light and GA3 on Germination of Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims) Seeds | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 261-268 |
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22 | Netinti Harika, Samir E. Topno, Annjoe V. Joseph | Effect of Calcium Chelate and Carbonic Powder on Growth, Yield and Quality of Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa Duch.) cv. Winter Dawn | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 275-284 |
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23 | Gyanu Sonker, Samir E. Topno | Effect off Different Growing Media on Establishment of Kagzi Lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) in Prayagraj Agroclimatic Condition
| Journal of Adavances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 8] | 2024 | 5.30 | 582-587 |
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24 | Saurav Kumar, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of FYM and Different Levels of Panchgavya on Growth and Establishment of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) cv. Red Lady | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 322-326 |
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25 | Suchita Verma, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Hybrids of Sponge Gourd (Luffa cylindrica L.) in Terms of Growth, Yield and Quality, Under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 343-350 |
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26 | Nitin Bishnoi, Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Growing Media and GA on Germination and Growth of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) c.v. Tiwan-7 | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 428-433 |
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27 | Indu Sharma, Samir E. Topno, Annjoe V. Joseph | Evaluation of Strawberry (Fragaria × Ananassa) Runner Production in Different Growing Media under Semi-Automated Polyhouse | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 574-580 |
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28 | Danish Shingade, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Different Levels of Nano Boron and Nano Zinc on Plant Growth and Establishment of Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 581-587 |
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29 | Lalengmawii, Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of Different Level of Chitosan and Beeswax Edible Coating on Storage Life and Physio-Chemical Properties of Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) cv Winter Dawn | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 657-664 |
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30 | Alan Evon Singh, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effects of Different Qualities of Light and Phytohormones on Seed Germination, Seedling Growth and Establishment of Papaya (Carica papaya) cv. Pusa Nanha | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 761-767 |
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31 | Abhishek Kumar , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur , Saurabh, Rupesh Kumar | Performance of Different Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) Hybrids for Growth, Yield and Quality under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 768-774 |
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32 | Saurabh, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur, Anita Kerketta, Rupesh Kumar, Abhishek Kumar | Effect of Panchagavya on Growth, Yield and Quality of Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo) under Protected Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 791-798 |
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33 | Sakshi Choudhary , Samir E. Topno , Annjoe V. Joseph | Effect of PGR and Micronutrients on Growth, Yield and Quality of Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) cv. Winter Dawn | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 968-973 |
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34 | Himani Katre, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Varieties of Sponge Gourd (Luffa cylindrica L.) in Terms of Growth, Yield and Quality under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 79-85 |
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35 | Sarjeet Kumar Poonia, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Hybrids of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) in Terms of Growth, Yield and Quality | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 133-139 |
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36 | Shinnu Sabu, Samir E Topno, Vijay Bahadur, Annjoe V Joseph, Anupriya Paul | Response of Different Levels of Plant Growth Regulators on Gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii) cv. Pink Elegance under Protected Cultivation | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 220-226 |
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37 | G. Nikhil Kumar , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Varieties of Gladiolus under Prayagraj agro-Climatic Conditions | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 270-278 |
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38 | Aman Maan, Samir E. Topno, Naveen Jhajharia | Effect of Growth Regulators and Growing Media on Seed Germination of Ber (Ziziphus mauritiana) | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 465-470 |
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39 | Rishika Rai, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Different Levels of Cinder and Vermicompost on Germination and Seedling Growth of Papaya (Carica papaya c.v Red Lady) its Treatment with GA3 | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 641-647 |
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40 | Vinit Tomar, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur , Anita kerketta | Effect of Organic, Inorganic and Biofertilizer on Growth, Yield and Quality of Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria Mol.) | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 683-691 |
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41 | Abhishek, Samir E. Topno, Annjoe V Joseph | Effect of Different Plant Growth Regulators on Seed Germination, Seedling Growth and Establishment of Papaya (Carica papaya L.) c.v. Taiwan-7 | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.30 | 795-802 |
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42 | Abineet Sahoo, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Hybrids of Bitter Gourd (Momordica charantia L.) in Terms of Growth, Yield and Quality in Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 8] | 2024 | 5.30 | 55-61 |
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43 | Gyanu Sonkar, Samir E. Topno | Effect of Different Growing Media on Establishment of Kagzi Lime (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle) in Prayagraj Agroclimatic Condition | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 8] | 2024 | 5.30 | 582-587 |
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44 | Deepali Mahima Mohanty , Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Hybrids of Sponge Gourd (Luffa cylindrica L.) in Terms of Growth, Yield and Quality | Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology | Volume 27 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.30 | 902-909 |
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45 | Jitendra Jareda, Samir E Topno and Dr. Annjoe V Joseph | Studies on growth, development and establishment of different varieties of ber (Ziziphus mauritiana) under Prayagraj agro climatic conditions, | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Vol. 8, Issue 5, Part G | 2024 | 5.29 | 573-575 |
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46 | Arijit Banik, Samir Ebson Topno, Deepak Lall and Annjoe V Joseph | Effect of different levels of NPK, vermicompost and FYM on establishment of karonda under Prayagraj agroclimatic condition | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Vol. 8, Issue 7S, Part J | 2024 | 5.29 | 725-727 |
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47 | Mathew K Joseph. Samir E Topno | Effect of biofertilizer and photosynthetic bacteria on growth, yield and quality of Strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa Duch.) cv. winter dawn | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | Vol. 7, Special Issue 7 | 2024 | 5.20 | 541-544 |
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48 | Sachin Nagar, Samir Ebson Topno and Annjoe V Joseph | Effect of panchagavya on growth, yield and quality of okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) | International Journal of Research in Agronomy | VOL. 7, ISSUE 5, PART C | 2024 | 5.20 | 196-200 |
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49 | Jason Wanlambok Mutyen, Vijay Bahadur, Samir. E. Topno
| Performance of Different Hybrids of Chilli (Capsicum annuum L) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | Journal of Scientific Research and Reports | Volume 30 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.17 | 826-832 |
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50 | Aima Dingsame .A. Sangma, Samir E. Topno, T. Thomas, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Different Levels of Foliar Spray of Water Soluble Fertilizer NPK on Growth, Yield and Quality of Prickly Lettuce | Journal of Scientific Research and Reports | Volume 30 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.17 | 581-585 |
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51 | Sreejitha S. Pillai, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Standardization, Physico-chemical and Organoleptic Evaluation of Value added Ready-To-Serve (RTS) Beverage from Starfruit | Journal of Experimental Agriculture International | Volume 46 [Issue 6] | 2024 | 5.14 | 661-668 |
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52 | Sashi Suman, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur and Anita Kerketta | Genetic variability on yield and quality of different Sponge gourd (Luffa cylindrica) genotypes under Prayagraj Agro-climatic condition | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Vol. 8, Issue 8, Part D | 2024 | 5.29 | 251-254 |
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53 | Aman Jha and Samir E Topno | Effect of different plant growth regulators on the growth, flowering, flower yield and quality of Jasmine (Jasminum sambac) under Prayagraj agro climatic conditions | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Vol. 8, Issue 6, Part F | 2024 | 5.29 | 468-471 |
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54 | Yashasvi Sharma and Samir E Topno | Performance of different varieties of chrysanthemum under Prayagraj agro-climatic conditions | International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research | Vol. 8, Issue 6, Part C | 2024 | 5.29 | 232-235 |
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55 | Florence David, Samir E. Topno and Narendra Kumar | Effect of Seaweed Extracts on Flowering, Quality and Economics of China Aster cv. Arka Archana Under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions | Journal of Community Mobilization and Sustainable Development | Vol. 18 Issue 3 DOI: 10.5958/2231-6736.2023.00041.8 | 2023 | 5.02 | 964-970 |
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56 | Suhel Eraqui , Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta , Mohammad Faizan Husain, Rahul Mishra | Studies on the Effect of Different Levels of Organic Compost on Growth, Yield, Betalain Content and Quality of Beetroot (Beta vulgaris) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2397-2404 |
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57 | Hariom, Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of 2,4-D on Growth and Yield of Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) | Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International | Volume 24 [Issue 5] | 2023 | 4.69 | 98-103 |
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58 | Mahendra Rajpoot, Samir E. Topno | Effect of Photosynthetic Bacteria, Vermiwash and Phosphorus Solubilizing Bacteria on Growth, Yield and Quality of French Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) | Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International | Volume 24 [Issue 5] | 2023 | 4.69 | 104-110 |
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59 | Kanwar Singh, Samir E. Topno, Vishal Malik, Ascharya Pandey | Effect Of Different Levels Of Yeast On Jamun Vinegar (Syzygium Cumini) Quality Attributes) | Asian Jr. of Microbiol. Biotech. Env. Sc | Vol. 25, No. (3) | 2023 | 4.93 | 596-599 |
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60 | Preety Priya , Samir Ebson Topno , Prakhar Khare | Unveiling the Impact of Salinity Levels on Chilli: Growth, Yield and Quality Analysis | Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International | Volume 24 [Issue 5] | 2023 | 4.69 | 119-126 |
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61 | Shivangi Badgujar, Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Seaweed Extracts on the Growth, Flower Yield and Quality of Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) C.V. Aditya Birla | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2882-2889 |
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62 | Shivangi Mishra, Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Variability in Chrysanthemum species (Dendranthema grandiflora) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2151-2159 |
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63 | Aman Singh, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Sowing Dates and Planting Distance on Growth, Yield and Quality of China Aster (Callistephus chinensis L.) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1447-1455 |
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64 | Sahil Malik, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Varieties of Tinda (Praecitrullus fistulosus) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1257-1266 |
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65 | Jajali Akhila, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Evaluation of Different Varieties of Sponge Gourd under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1194-1199 |
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66 | Ananya Sha, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Drying Media on Different Cut Flowers | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1055-1062 |
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67 | Varsha Rani , Samir Ebson Topno , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Planting Methods and Spacing on Growth, Yield and Quality of Round Red Radish (Raphanus sativus) CV. Scarlet Globe | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 16] | 2023 | 5.07 | 128-135 |
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68 | Adarsh Pratap Singh , Samir Ebson Topno , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Training System on Growth, Yield and Quality of Bottle Guard (Lagenaria siceraria L.) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 17] | 2023 | 5.07 | 102-108 |
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69 | A. Beiparysa , Samir Ebson Topno , Annjoe V. Joseph , Vijay Bahadur , Anita Kerketta , Lav Kesharwani | Effect of Calcium Chloride (CaCl2) and Carbon Dioxide (CO2) on Post Harvest Quality of Apple Fruit (Malus domestica) cv. Gala | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 199-207 |
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70 | Rashmi Jyoti Murmu , Samir Ebson Topno , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Drying Techniques of Flowers and Foliages and Its Value Addition | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 220-226 |
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71 | Hanglem Ramkrishna , Samir Ebson Topno , Annjoe V. Joseph , Vijay Bahadur , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Levels of Cider, Baker Yeast and Hamei on Pineapple Cider | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 393-403 |
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72 | Cheame M. Sangma , Samir Ebson Topno , Annjoe V. Joseph | Effect of Different Levels of Carbon Dioxide Concentrations on Qualitative Traits of Strawberry (Fragaria × Ananassa) during Storage var. Winter Dawn | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 13] | 2023 | 5.07 | 146-153 |
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73 | Cynthia Ngaihlhing , Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of Different Levels of Local Yeast in Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Cider | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 14] | 2023 | 5.07 | 80-88 |
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74 | Ranveer Singh Brar , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur , Ankita Sharma | Effect of Different Packaging Materials and Chemicals on Shelf Life and Quality of Aonla (Emblica officinalis L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 15] | 2023 | 5.07 | 78-88 |
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75 | Nikhil, Samir E. Topno | Effect of Different Edible Film Coatings on Microbial Analyses and Organoleptic Attributes of Fresh Cut Kiwi (Actinidia Deliciosa) Green Kiwi Cv. Hayward | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 16] | 2023 | 5.07 | 201-212 |
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76 | Vinita Sahu , Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Oxalic Acid on Control of Post-harvest Browning of Litchi (Litchi chinensis L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 894-903 |
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77 | Atul Chauhan , Samir E. Topno | Effect of Different Covering Material on Ripening and Physiochemical Properties of Dasheri Mango (Mangifera indica) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 1594-1600 |
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78 | Shalini, Samir E. Topno , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Levels of EMS on Chrysanthemum (Dendranthema grandiflora L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 1949-1954 |
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79 | Janice Fernandes , Samir E. Topno , Annjoe V. Joseph | Effect of Various Natural Preservatives & Natural Colouring Materials on the Quality of Ber (Ziziphus mauritiana) Candy | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 18] | 2023 | 5.07 | 2045-2051 |
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80 | Purushottam Kumar Nandu, Samir E. Topno, V. M. Prasad, Nini R. Kuotsu | Effect of Salinity on Warm Season Turf Grass Species | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 19] | 2023 | 5.07 | 316-326 |
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81 | Amit Kumar Jha, Samir E. Topno | Effect of Different Packaging Materials and Various Levels of Nanosilver on Cut Rose | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 12] | 2023 | 5.07 | 26-31 |
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82 | Polimetla Grace Oliva Santhi, Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of Different Types of Lights on Growth, Yield and Quality of Kale (Brassica oleracea var. Acephala) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 13] | 2023 | 5.07 | 74-78 |
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83 | Vidhya S. , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Influence of Different Potting Media on Growth, Yield, Quality and Value Added Products of Chrysanthemum (Dendranthema grandiflora) cv. Yellow Liliput | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2938-2945 |
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84 | Monojit Singha , Samir Ebson Topno , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Mulching Material on Watermelon [Citrullus lanatus (Thunb.)] Hybrid under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] |
2023 | 5.16 | 3205-3214 |
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85 | Komal Anand , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Performance of Different Hybrids of Sponge Gourd (Luffa cylindrica) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 3569-3574 |
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86 | Shubham Maurya , Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Growth Regulators on Plant Growth and Flower Yield in Marigold (Tagetes erecta) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 302-309 |
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87 | Rahul Sahrwat , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur | Standardisation of Recipes for Preparation of Value-Added Products f0072om Dragon Fruit (Hylocereus undatus) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1827-1833 |
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88 | Suraj Singh , Samir E. Topno , V. M. Prasad | Response of China aster to Bio-inoculant Amendments under Pot Experiment | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 726-731 |
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89 | Ashish, Samir Ebson Topno , Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Varieties of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 902-911 |
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90 | Ananya Sha, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Drying Media on Different Cut Flowers | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1055-1062 |
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91 | Jajali Akhila, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Evaluation of Different Varieties of Sponge Gourd under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1194-1199 |
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92 | Sahil Malik, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Varieties of Tinda (Praecitrullus fistulosus) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1257-1266 |
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93 | Aman Singh, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Sowing Dates and Planting Distance on Growth, Yield and Quality of China Aster (Callistephus chinensis L.) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1447-1455 |
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94 | Shivangi Mishra , Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Variability in Chrysanthemum species (Dendranthema grandiflora) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2151-2159 |
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95 | Shivangi Badgujar , Samir E. Topno , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Seaweed Extracts on the Growth, Flower Yield and Quality of Dahlia (Dahlia variabilis) C.V. Aditya Birla | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 2882-2889 |
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96 | Sahil Malik, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Varieties of Tinda (Praecitrullus fistulosus) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 10] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1257-1266 |
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97 | Naik Dattaraj , Samir Ebson Topno , V. M. Prasad , Vijay Bahadur , Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Levels of Controlled Release Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Red Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) Var Kashi Lalima under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 8] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1516-1528 |
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98 | Shankar Lal Yadav , Samir Ebson Topno , Vijay Bahadur , V. M. Prasad , Anita Kerketta
| Effect of Different Organic Manure and Inorganic Fertilizer on Growth, Yield and Quality of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 8] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1990-1997 |
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99 | G. Gayathri , Samir Ebson Topno , V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Levels of Vermicompost on Growth and Establishment of Differernt Varieties of Bush Pepper (Piper nigrum L) under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Zone | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1301-1305 |
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100 | Avantika Singh , Samir E. Topno , V. M. Prasad | Evaluating the Efficacy of Different Bioinoculants and Bioenhancers on the Vegetative Growth and Yield of Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) cv. Winter Dawn | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1133-1139 |
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101 | R. S. Olivea Gold , Samir E. Topno , Vijay Bahadur ,V. M. Prasad , Anita Kerketta | Evaluation of Different Genotypes of Sponge Gourd [Luffa cylindrica L.] under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 13 [Issue 9] | 2023 | 5.16 | 1096-1105 |
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102 | Urvashi, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Evaluation of Best Performing Microbial Culture in Relation to Growth, Yield and Quality of Sponge Gourd (Luffa cylindrica L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 35 [Issue 12] | 2023 | 5.07 | 113-123 |
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103 | Myakala Rajesh Kumar, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Crop Geometry and Age of Seedlings on Its Growth, Flower Yield and Quality of Statice (Limonium sinuatum L.) under Prayagraj Agro Climatic Conditions | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 10] | 2022 | 5.16 | 700-708 |
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104 | Patil Madhavsinha Vasantrao, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Sun Drying on Osmotic Dehydration of Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 3167-3176 |
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105 | Astha Toppo, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Performance of Different Varieties of Spinach Beet (Beta vulgaris var. bengalensis) under Prayagraj Agro-Climatic Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 3084-3090 |
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106 | Krishnakant Purseth, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Optimized Number of Suckers and Use of PGR on Growth, Yield and Quality of Banana (Musa paradisiaca L.) cv. Udhayam | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 2917-2928 |
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107 | Payal Kumari, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on Plant Growth, Yield and Fruit Quality of Brinjal | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 2736-2743 |
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108 | Seema Mourya, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta, Vijay Bahadur, Sushil Kashyap | Effect of Exogenous Application of Auxin on Leaf Cuttings of Mexican Snow Ball (Echeveria elegans Rose) | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 2401-2406 |
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109 | K. T. Anjali, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Different Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Amaranthus under Polyhouse Condition (Amaranthus cruentus) cv. NSC 999IUS | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 1647-1653 |
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110 | Kumari Neha Sinha, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur, Sumit Singh, Gaurav Singh Vishen | Effect of Different Concentrations of Water Soluble Fertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality Attributes of Cherry Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum var. cerasiformae) cv. Pusa Cherry Tomato-1 In Grow Bags under Polyhouse Condition | International Journal of Environment and Climate Change | Volume 12 [Issue 11] | 2022 | 5.16 | 191-205 |
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111 | Mulla Rubina, Samir Ebson Topno | Standardization of Drying Techniques of Rose, Carnation, Gerbera and Value-Added Products | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 23] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1086-1092 |
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112 | Alphonsa Soreng, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur, Suchit Ashish John | Effect of Inter-cultivation and Physical Barriers on Growth, Yield and Disease occurrence in Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 23] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1641-1649 |
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113 | Angel Mariyam Shaji, Samir Ebson Topno, V. M. Prasad | A Comparative Study on Growth, Flowering and Corm Production by Growth Regulators & Cut Corms of Gladiolus (Gladiolus grandiflorus L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 21] | 2022 | 5.07 | 545-551 |
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114 | Gayatri Parida, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Different Methods of Betalain Extraction from Red Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.) for Preparation of Solid Food Colour and Preparation of Beetroot Leather | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 22] | 2022 | 5.07 | 705-715 |
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115 | Hanna V. Mathew, Samir Ebson Topno, Anita Kerketta | Effect of Fertigation Intervals on Plant Growth and Flower Yield of Multiflora Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium) cv. Branfountain Purple | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 22] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1305-1312 |
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116 | Lingam Meghana Mercy Vidyullatha, Samir Ebson Topno | Effect of Naphthalene Acetic Acid & Indole Acetic Acid on Growth, Yield and Quality of Muskmelon (Cucumis melo L.) | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 22] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1460-1469 |
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117 | Chonyaphi Vashum, Samir E. Topno, Anita Kerketta, Vijay Bahadur, V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Organic Manures on Establishment of Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims.) cv. Coorg Purple and Coorg Yellow under Prayagraj Agro-climatic Conditions | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 23] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1345-1350 |
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118 | Paritosh Lodhi, Samir E. Topno, V. M. Prasad | Effect of Different Growing Media on Growth, Establishment and Survival of Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims.) cv. Coorg Purple | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 23] | 2022 | 5.07 | 1368-1374 |
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119 | S. Yimtsunger Jamir, Samir E. Topno, Vijay Bahadur | Effect of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Growth, Yield & Quality of Cucumber (Cucumis sativus L.) under Protected Cultivation | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 21] | 2022 | 5.07 | 723-728 |
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120 | Y. Pabitri Devi, Samir E. Topno | Effects of Nano Chitosan and Bio Capsule on Growth, Yield and Quality of Chilli (Capsicum annuum L.) in Poly-House Condition | International Journal of Plant and Soil Science | Volume 34 [Issue 23] | 2022 | 5.07 | 662-670 |
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121 | Pooja Bhardwaj, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur and V.M. Prasad | Effect of Hygroscopic Solution (Glycerine, Sorbitol and Sodium chloride) on Drying and Preservation of Different Ornamental Foliage | Biological Forum – An International Journal | Volume13 (Issue 3) | 2021 | 4.96 | 580-583 |
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122 | Yash Kumar Singh, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur and Pragya Shrivastava | Effect of Light Intensity and Different Levels of Nitrogen on Growth, Yield and Photosynthetic Characteristics of Giant Mustard (Brassica juncea var. Wong Bok) | Biological Forum – An International Journal | Volume 13 (Issue 2) | 2021 | 4.96 | 461-466 |
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123 | Karan Chaudhary, Samir E. Topno, Annjoe V. Josehp | Effect of Potting Media on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus) under Pryagraj Agro Climatic Condition | Journal of Experimental Agriculture International | Volume 46 [Issue 7] | 2024 | 5.14 |
ii. Books/Book Chapters Published
Books Published:
1. Practical Manual on Fundamentals of Horticulture, Samir Ebson Topno, Vijay Bahadur, ISBN: 978-93-84188-27-6
2. Essentials in Horticulture Science, Helmand Books, Krishan Pal, Samir Ebson Topno
Book Chapters Published:
iii. Published articles in newspapers, Magazines, or any other Publication: -
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iv. PAPER PRESENTED IN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES:
Conferences
Teaching Experience
Teaching activities summary
Courses and lectures
Undergraduate courses taught: Core courses in Horticultural Science, Including: Fundamentals of Horticulture (BSc.(Hons.) Ag and BSc. (Hons.) Horticulture, Commercial Floriculture, Dryland Horticulture, MAP Crops, PHT of Horticultural Crops, Organic Farming, Nursery Mgt., Crop Physiology, and Practical Horticulture.
Postgraduate courses taught: Growth and Development of Vegetable Crops, Growth and Development of Fruit Crops, Organic Farming, Functional Foods, Systematics in Floriculture, Cool Season Vegetable Crops, Underutilized Vegetable Crops, Canopy Mgt. in Fruit Crops etc.
Ph.D. Courses taught: Recent Trends in Vegetable Production, Advances in Breeding of Vegetable Crops, Biodiversity and Conservation of Vegetable Crops, Biotechnological Approaches in Vegetable Crops etc.
Lecture formats: Traditional lectures, PPT classroom presentations, short interactive seminars and integrated lab-theory sessions.
Practical classes and labs
Hands-on practicals: Field trial set-up and management, randomized block design implementation, soil and plant nutrient analysis, phytochemical extraction etc.
Laboratory instruction: Supervised wet-lab techniques, instrumentation training, data collection protocols, and QC procedures.
Field demonstrations: On-farm demonstrations of sustainable cropping practices, seedling production, pruning and post-harvest handling.
Student supervision and mentorship
Undergraduate projects: Supervised BSc and BSc (Hons.) student projects emphasizing experimental design, data collection and report writing.
Postgraduate supervision: Guided MSc research projects in Vegetable, Fruit and Flower production and Post-Harvest Technology.
Thesis and dissertation roles: Primary supervisor, co-supervisor and member of thesis committees; mentoring in literature synthesis, methods selection and manuscript preparation.
Student development: Regular one-to-one mentoring, research-skills workshops, and guidance on conference presentations and publication strategies.
Assessment, curriculum development and teaching materials
Assessment design: Constructive alignment of learning outcomes with assessments, practicals, presentations, and research reports.
Curriculum contributions: Developed or revised syllabi for UG and PG courses, Developed training modules on Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture and Organic Farming.
Teaching resources: Prepared Practical manuals, training handouts for farmers
Committee work and academic service
Teaching-related committees: Member of the UG and PG Study Board; exam and assessment boards; practicals oversight panels.
Student-related service: Internship and placement coordination; student seminar and journal club organization; student admissions and selection panels.
Quality assurance: Participation in course review cycles, accreditation documentation and peer observation of teaching.
Teaching innovations and outreach
Active-learning methods: Implemented problem-based learning, mini-research projects in class, and field-data collection to strengthen experimental skills.
Community outreach: Ran farmer-facing training sessions and student-led extension activities, translating research into practical recommendations.
Other
Book/Journal/ Editor/Reviewer
1. PeerJ
2. Elsevier
3. Taylor and Francis
4. American Journal of Agriculture and Forestry
5. Helmand Publishers
6. SAHAAS Society
Expert Talk
1. Indigenous Agriculture Practices and Sustainable Development & Indigenous Knowledge in Agriculture and Environment, March 26th, 2025
2. Organic Kitchen Gardening and Kitchen Waste Management, 137 CETF BN (TA) 39 Gorkha Rifles, General Officer Commanding Purva UP and MP Sub, Prayagraj, March 24, 2025.
3. Sustainable Horticulture Production: Lessons from Nature, Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, March 19, 2025.
4. Role of Microorganisms in Organic Kitchen Gardening, Scientific Talk-Flower, Fruit and Vegetable Exhibition-Prayagaraj Division, March 8-10, 2025.
5. Sustainable Horticulture, Farmer’s Fare at Ardh-Kumbh Mela, Prayagraj, 7 February 2019.