This textbook on Agrometeorology of Plantation Crops provides a comprehensive overview of the climatic and environmental factors influencing major plantation crops in Kerala, including coconut, cashew, coffee, tea, rubber, cardamom, cocoa, and black pepper. It explores the role of altitude, temperature, and rainfall in crop distribution, productivity, and quality while addressing weather-induced challenges and mixed cropping systems. With practical insights, research findings, and a focus on sustainable cultivation, this book serves as an essential resource for students, faculty, and professionals in agrometeorology, bridging knowledge gaps and fostering resilience in plantation crop management.

G S L H V Prasada Rao, M.Sc (Meteorology) with second rank in 1976 and stood first in Agricultural Meteorology. Had Ph.D (Agroclimatology)  in 1979. On retirement, he took up assignment as Consultant Professor, Centre for Animal Adaptation to Environment and Climate Change Studies, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. Had short term assignment as International Agrometeorologist in a World Bank aided Project on Climate Resilience, MoALM&C, Govt. of Nepal in 2018 and as a Agromet Trainer in DHM, Kathmandu, Nepal during 2019.  He possesses more than 40 years of experience in teaching and research in Agricultural Meteorology, Climate Change and Climate Change Risk Management in Agriculture.

1. Plantation Crops Climate
2. Cashew
3. Coconut
4. Cocoa
5. Cardamom
6. Coffee
7. Black Pepper
8. Tea
9. Rubber
10. Weather and product quality
11. Weather Risk Management
12. Agrometeorology of the Natural Rubber Plantations in India