Agricultural practices are crucial now and in the future for ensuring global food security, conserving the environment, and driving economic growth. With the world population projected to reach nearly 10 billion by 2050, sustainable farming methods like crop rotation, integrated pest management, and soil conservation are essential for maximizing productivity while protecting natural resources. Modern techniques such as precision agriculture and agroforestry not only enhance efficiency and profitability but also support rural economies, particularly in developing nations where agriculture is a primary livelihood. Looking ahead, the challenges of climate change, water scarcity, and land degradation will demand innovative solutions, including genetic engineering, digital farming, and regenerative agriculture. These practices foster resilience, adaptability, and biodiversity, while addressing the growing consumer demand for sustainable and health-conscious food. By embracing innovation, promoting sustainability, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders, agricultural practices can secure a prosperous, sustainable future for generations to come. What’s your take—are there specific challenges in agriculture that resonate with you, or innovations you find particularly exciting.

Ankit  Kumar  Maurya:  is  currently  pursuing  Ph.D.  in Agricultural  Economics  from  Chandra Shekhar  Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur. He has accomplished  B.  Sc.  (Ag.) from  Udai  Pratap Autonomous College,  Varanasi  (U.P.)  and  M.Sc.(Ag.)  in  Agricultural Economics from  Banda  University  of  Agriculture  and Technology, Banda (U.P.). Mr. Ankit has got many awards and  also  has  various  publications  in  reputed  national  and international journals. 

Rahul  Kumar  Rai:  did  his  B.Sc.  (Ag.)  from  SDJ, Degree College, Chandesar, Azamgarh (U.P.), M.Sc. (Ag.) Agricultural  Economics  from  Udai  Pratap  Autonomous College, Varanasi (U.P.) during M.Sc. he got first position. And did Ph.D in (Ag.) Agricultural Economics from Chandra Shekhar  Azad University  of  Agriculture  and  Technology, Kanpur  (U.P.).  He  has  more  than  14  years  teaching, research  and  extension  experience  as  Project  Associate, Senior Research Fellow, Research Associate, Post-Doctoral Fellow,  Scientific  Officer  (Agricultural  Economics)  and Assistant Professor at  IIT,  Kanpur,  JNKVV,  Jabalpur,  VPKAS, Almora,  KAB- II, New Delhi, UPCAR, Lucknow  and Department of Agricultural Economics, CoA, BUAT, Banda (U.P.) At present, he is also holding the responsibility of In- Charge Head, Department of Agricultural Economics, CoA, BUAT, Banda (U.P.). In addition to these responsibilities, Dr. Rai works as chairman and member of various committees and also received many honours/awards as well as published several  research  papers,  books,  book chapters,  technical  bulletins,  lead  papers articles and abstracts.

Yash Gautam: is an Assistant Professor in Department of Agricultural Economics, College of Agriculture, Banda University  of  Agriculture  and  Technology,  Banda.  He has  done  his  graduation, post-graduation  from  Banaras Hindu  University.  His  doctorate  was  also  from  Banaras Hindu University  where  he  worked  on  Economic  and Environmental  benefits  of  Solar  irrigation  pump in Rajasthan. He has teaching experience of five years. Dr. Yash has several research papers in highly rated national and international journals which are indexed in Scopus and Web of science along with one book, e practical manuals, five book chapters and popular articles. He has Young Scientist Award and Young Environmental Award to his credit by various organizations. He has also presented papers in several national and international conferences for which he has received Best Paper Presentation awards. Currently, he is handling important projects funded by UPCAR, NABARD and RKVY as Principal Investigator and Co- Principal Investigator. He has also contributed as Co- Project Director in a project funded by ICSSR, New Delhi.

Himanshu  Panday:  did  his  B.Sc.  (Ag.)  from  CBGPG, College,  B.K.T.,  Lucknow  (U.P.),  M.Sc. (Ag.)  in Agricultural  Economics  from  Banda  University  of Agriculture and Technology Banda, (U.P). Presently he is working as Young Professional–II at ICAR-Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research, Lucknow (U.P). Mr. Himanshu has also  published  02  International  and  04  national  research papers, 03 review papers, 06 book chapters, more than 30 articles, and 17 abstracts.

Shravan Kumar Maurya: is currently pursuing in Ph.D. Agronomy  from  Chandra  Shekhar  Azad University  of Agriculture  and  Technology,  Kanpur  (U.P.).  He  has accomplished  B.Sc.  (Ag.)  from Mahatma  Gandhi  Kashi Vidyapith,  Varanasi  (U.P.)  and  M.Sc.  (Ag.)  Agronomy from  Banda University  of  Agriculture  and  Technology, Banda  (U.P.)  Mr.  Shravan  has  got  Best  Master's Thesis award and Young Agronomist Award and published more than 20 research papers, 2 books, several book chapters and articles. 

1.  Enhancing the Quality of Human Resource in Agriculture through Skill Development Latika Sharma and S.K. Sharma

2.  Impact of Women Empowerment on Growth of Indian Agriculture: Current Scenario  Devansh, Anurag Tripathi, Suman Gupta, Himanshu Bhatt, Ankit Ku- mar Maurya and Shudhanshu Baliyan

3.  Millets: Nutritional Powerhouses with Health Benefits Harsh Gupta, Umesh Patle and Ankit Soni

4.  Bio-inoculants: A Key Component for Sustainable Horticulture Purnita Raturi, Deeksha Semwal and Rahul Kumar Rai

5.  Marketing of Feed and Fodder in India: Issues, Challenges and Way Forward  Bishwa Bhaskar Choudhary, Prem Chand, Priyanka Singh and Sadhna Pandey

6.  Value of Soil Health in Agriculture  Hari Shankar Singh, Mayank Kumar and Sumit Kumar

7.  Preservation Pioneers: Understanding the Fundamentals and Techniques of Food Preservation  Deeksha Semwal and Purnita Raturi

8.  Economics of Precision Livestock Farming Saroj Bhati, Shriprakash Patel and Ankit Kumar Maurya

9.  Profitability of Crop Rotation System Mandeep Kumar, Naushad Khan, Sandeep Kumar Maurya, Shravan Kumar Maurya and Durgesh Kumar Maurya

10.  Modern Prospective of the Ancient Grain: Millets  Ruchi Rani Gangwar, Rahul Kumar Rai and Somya Tewari

11.  Reform of Agricultural Market by e-NAM and It’s Role in Agriculture Sector in Madhya Pradesh  Rajendra Singh Bareliya and Deepak Rathi and Rahul Kumar Rai

12.  Soil Salinity and its Reclamation  Shivam Singh, Ankit Tiwari, Himanshu Panday and Mahendra Pratap Singh

13.  Biofertilizer and their Importance for Sustainable Agriculture Pramod Kumar, Ankit Tiwari Akhilesh Nand Dubey, Navneet Maurya and Himanshu Panday

14.  Recommended Doses of Fertilizers in Horticultural Crops Km Kusum, Ajay Hemdan, Sampurna Nand Singh, Kuldeep and Purnita Raturi

15.  Analysis of Cost and Returns Efficiency: Applying Sen’s Mop Model for Potato Cultivation of Nalanda District in Bihar Suman Kumari, Mukesh Maurya, Akash Rai and Priyanka Kumari

16.  Millets: Holistic Approach Towards Health  Rekha Singh and Rahul Kumar Rai

17.  Wheat: Challenges and Strategies for Sustainable Production in India  Himanshu Panday, Barsati Lal, Kamta Prasad, R. K. Rai and Navneet Maurya

18.  Development of Climate Resilient Village: An Animal Husbandry Perspective  Diksha Patel and Rahul Kumar Rai