{"id":22174,"date":"2026-06-13T11:34:23","date_gmt":"2026-06-13T11:34:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/?p=22174"},"modified":"2026-06-13T13:50:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-13T13:50:49","slug":"research-excellence-at-the-agricultural-instructional-farm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/research-excellence-at-the-agricultural-instructional-farm\/","title":{"rendered":"Research Excellence at the Agricultural Instructional Farm"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"22174\" class=\"elementor elementor-22174\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-436c34b elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"436c34b\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-cee5d89\" data-id=\"cee5d89\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-cc8951a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"cc8951a\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-c280690\" data-id=\"c280690\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-39bc5ea elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"39bc5ea\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html lang=\"en\">\r\n<head>\r\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\r\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\r\n<title>Research Excellence at the Agricultural Instructional Farm \u2013 CPU Kota<\/title>\r\n<style>\r\n* { box-sizing: border-box; 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}\r\n\r\n\/* CONGRATS BANNER *\/\r\n.cpu_post_congrats {\r\n  background: #1a2744;\r\n  border-radius: 12px;\r\n  padding: 30px 28px;\r\n  color: #fff;\r\n  margin-top: 32px;\r\n  text-align: center;\r\n}\r\n.cpu_post_congrats h3 {\r\n  font-size: 20px;\r\n  font-weight: 700;\r\n  color: #cab34f;\r\n  margin-bottom: 12px;\r\n}\r\n.cpu_post_congrats p {\r\n  font-size: 14.5px;\r\n  color: #c8d4e8;\r\n  line-height: 1.7;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* TAGS *\/\r\n.cpu_post_tags {\r\n  display: flex;\r\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\r\n  gap: 8px;\r\n  margin-top: 32px;\r\n}\r\n.cpu_post_tag {\r\n  background: #eef4fb;\r\n  border: 1px solid #c5d6ec;\r\n  color: #015287;\r\n  border-radius: 20px;\r\n  padding: 4px 14px;\r\n  font-size: 12px;\r\n  font-weight: 600;\r\n}\r\n\r\n\/* RESPONSIVE *\/\r\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\r\n  .cpu_post_hero { padding: 2rem 1.25rem 1.75rem; border-radius: 10px; }\r\n  .cpu_post_hero h1 { font-size: 24px; }\r\n  .cpu_post_container { padding: 0 14px 40px; }\r\n  .cpu_post_stats_row { gap: 10px; }\r\n  .cpu_post_section h2 { font-size: 20px; }\r\n  .cpu_paper_card { padding: 16px 14px; }\r\n  .cpu_paper_card_top { flex-direction: column; gap: 8px; }\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n<\/head>\r\n<body>\r\n\r\n<section class=\"cpu_post_container\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- HERO -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_hero\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_hero_eyebrow\">School of Agricultural Sciences &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; June 2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; 5 min read<\/div>\r\n    <h1>Research Excellence at the<br><span>Agricultural Instructional Farm<\/span><\/h1>\r\n    <p class=\"cpu_post_hero_desc\">\r\n      Seven M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) students of the 2024&ndash;25 batch published their research in NAAS-rated journals with a rating above 5.0 &mdash; a landmark achievement for Career Point University, Kota.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_meta\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_meta_pill\">M.Sc. Agronomy<\/span>\r\n      <span>June 2026<\/span>\r\n      <span>Agricultural Instructional Farm<\/span>\r\n      <span>NAAS-Rated Publications<\/span>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- STATS -->\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_stats_row\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_card\">\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">7<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">M.Sc. Agronomy<br>Student Researchers<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_card\">\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">5.0+<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">NAAS Rating of<br>Published Journals<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_card\">\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">4<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">Faculty Mentors<br>&amp; Guides<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_card\">\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">2024&ndash;25<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">Academic<br>Batch<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- THE ACHIEVEMENT -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">The Achievement<\/div>\r\n    <h2>A Landmark Moment for CPU Kota<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      The School of Agricultural Sciences at Career Point University, Kota (Rajasthan) is proud to announce a remarkable academic milestone. Seven students from the M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) batch of 2024&ndash;25 successfully conducted research trials at the university&rsquo;s Agricultural Instructional Farm and published their findings in NAAS-rated journals, each carrying a rating above 5.0.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <p>\r\n      This is not merely an academic accomplishment &mdash; it represents the culmination of months of rigorous field experiments, disciplined data collection, thoughtful analysis, and the demanding process of scientific writing and peer review.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"cpu_post_list\">\r\n      <li>Hands-on research conducted entirely at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota<\/li>\r\n      <li>All seven publications accepted in NAAS-rated journals with rating above 5.0<\/li>\r\n      <li>Research spans key areas of agronomy relevant to Rajasthan&rsquo;s agricultural landscape<\/li>\r\n      <li>Demonstrates that world-class research is achievable right here in Kota<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- MENTORS -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">The Mentors<\/div>\r\n    <h2>Guided by Expertise, Driven by Commitment<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      Behind every research success is a team of dedicated guides. This achievement was made possible through the unwavering mentorship of four faculty members whose expertise and continuous support shaped every stage of the journey &mdash; from experimental design to final publication.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n   <div class=\"cpu_post_mentors_grid\">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_card\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1.jpg\" alt=\"Rohitashv Nagar\" class=\"cpu_post_mentor_img\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_name\">Rohitashv Nagar<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_dept\">School of Agricultural Sciences<\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_card\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/2.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Shivendra Singh\" class=\"cpu_post_mentor_img\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_name\">Dr. Shivendra Singh<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_dept\">School of Agricultural Sciences<\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_card\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Portrait_Placeholder.png\" alt=\"Shivam Yadav\" class=\"cpu_post_mentor_img\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_name\">Shivam Yadav<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_dept\">School of Agricultural Sciences<\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_card\">\r\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/3.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Gunnjeet Kaur\" class=\"cpu_post_mentor_img\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_name\">Dr. Gunnjeet Kaur<\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_mentor_dept\">School of Agricultural Sciences<\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- RESEARCH JOURNEY -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">The Research Journey<\/div>\r\n    <h2>From Field to Publication &mdash; Step by Step<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      Publishing in a NAAS-rated journal with a score above 5.0 demands precision at every stage of the scientific process. Here is how these students navigated the entire journey:\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_steps\">\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_step\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_post_step_num\">1<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_title\">Experimental Design<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_desc\">Carefully planned trial layouts with well-defined hypotheses and treatment structures aligned to current agronomy research gaps.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_step\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_post_step_num\">2<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_title\">Field Implementation<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_desc\">Hands-on execution of trials across crop seasons, including sowing, treatment application, crop monitoring, and systematic field observations.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_step\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_post_step_num\">3<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_title\">Data Collection &amp; Analysis<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_desc\">Systematic collection of yield, growth, and soil health data followed by rigorous statistical analysis to draw scientifically valid conclusions.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_step\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_post_step_num\">4<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_title\">Manuscript Preparation<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_desc\">Structured scientific writing guided by faculty mentors, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with journal submission standards.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_post_step\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_post_step_num\">5<\/div>\r\n        <div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_title\">Publication in NAAS-Rated Journals<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_post_step_desc\">Successful acceptance and publication in peer-reviewed NAAS-rated journals with scores above 5.0 &mdash; a recognised benchmark of research quality in Indian agricultural academia.<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- ===================== RESEARCH PAPERS ===================== -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_papers_section cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">Published Research<\/div>\r\n    <h2>The Seven Published Research Papers<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      Each student conducted an independent field experiment at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota, and successfully published their findings in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated journals. Below is a complete record of all seven publications.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_papers_grid\">\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 1: Sudarshan Panchal -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">01<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Effect of Organic Manures and Micronutrient Application on Growth and Yield of Chickpea (<em>Cicer arietinum<\/em> L.)<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Plant &amp; Soil Science<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 5.0+<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Chickpea<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Sudarshan Panchal &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Khushi Kachhawa, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          Vol. 38, Issue 6, pp. 1&ndash;11, 2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Article no. IJPSS.158456 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN: 2320-7035 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Published: 26\/05\/2026\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> Vermicompost @ 2.0 t ha&#8315;&#185; combined with foliar Zinc @ 0.5% produced the highest chickpea grain yield (2010 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), straw yield (3710 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), and harvest index (35.13%), establishing this combination as the most effective nutrient management approach for chickpea under Rabi 2025&ndash;26 conditions at CPU Kota.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Panchal3862026IJPSS158456-1-Sudarshan-Panchal-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 2: Himanshu Jain -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">02<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Effect of Foliar Application of Micronutrients and Biofertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Linseed (<em>Linum usitatissimum<\/em> L.) under Irrigated Conditions<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Agriculture and Food Science<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 4.97<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Linseed<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Himanshu Jain &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJAFS 2026; 8(5): 493&ndash;499 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN Print: 2664-844X &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 27-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 29-04-2026\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> Treatment ZnSO&#8324; 0.5% + PSB (Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria) recorded the highest plant height (93.20 cm), branches per plant (7.40), dry matter accumulation (13.80 g plant&#8315;&#185;), capsules per plant (67.30), seeds per capsule (9.60), and test weight (8.50 g), demonstrating that integrated foliar zinc with PSB inoculation is the most effective strategy for linseed productivity.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Himanshu-Publish-research-paper.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 3: Ishika Paraliya -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">03<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Response of Mustard (<em>Brassica juncea<\/em> L.) to Different Levels of Sulphur and Zinc on Yield and Oil Content<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Agriculture and Food Science<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 4.97<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Mustard<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Ishika Paraliya &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Shivam Yadav, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Himanshu Jain\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJAFS 2026; 8(5): 482&ndash;492 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN Print: 2664-844X &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 26-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 28-04-2026\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> The highest number of siliquae per plant (277.4) and siliqua length (5.6 cm) were recorded under S&#8323;Z&#8323; (30 kg S + 15 kg Zn ha&#8315;&#185;), while maximum seed yield (24.2 q ha&#8315;&#185;) was achieved under 10 kg S ha&#8315;&#185; and 30 kg S + 10 kg Zn ha&#8315;&#185;, concluding that balanced sulphur and zinc application enhances mustard productivity and oil quality.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/8-5-12-119-ISHIKA-PARALIYA.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 4: Deepa Khandelwal -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">04<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Effect of Integrated Weed Management on Growth and Yield of Wheat (<em>Triticum aestivum<\/em> L.)<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Research in Agronomy<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 5.20<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Wheat<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Deepika Khandelwal &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Mohit Malav, Sudarshan Panchal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJRA 2026; 9(5): 222&ndash;226 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN: 2618-0618 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 13-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 19-04-2026\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> Weed-free conditions produced the maximum grain yield (52.00 q ha&#8315;&#185;), straw yield (75.00 q ha&#8315;&#185;), and biological yield (127.00 q ha&#8315;&#185;), with combined application of Clodinafop-propargyl + metsulfuron-methyl proving a practical and equally effective alternative, concluding that integrated herbicide management can significantly enhance wheat productivity.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9-5-24-855-1-1-Deepika-Khandelwal-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 5: Mohit Malav -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">05<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Integrated Nutrient Management for Enhancing Growth and Yield of Lentil (<em>Lens culinaris<\/em> Medik.)<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Research in Agronomy<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 5.20<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Lentil<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Mohit Malav &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Deepa Khandelwal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJRA 2026; 9(5): 217&ndash;221 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN: 2618-0618 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 11-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 15-04-2026\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> Treatment T&#8327; (50% RDF + Vermicompost @ 2 t ha&#8315;&#185; + <em>Rhizobium<\/em> + PSB) recorded the highest grain yield (1025 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), straw yield (1615 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), biological yield (2640 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), and harvest index (38.83%), demonstrating that combining organic manures and biofertilizers with reduced chemical fertilizers is a sustainable and effective strategy for lentil cultivation under southeastern Rajasthan conditions.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9-5-22-766-1-Mohit-Malav.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 6: Toshu Saraswat -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">06<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Effect of Cow-Based Natural Farming Inputs and Mulching on Growth and Yield of Pea (<em>Pisum sativum<\/em> L.) under Humid Southeastern Plain Zone of Rajasthan<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Research in Agronomy<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 5.20<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Pea<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Toshu Saraswat &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Shivam Yadav\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJRA 2026; 9(6): 367&ndash;369 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN: 2618-0618 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 22-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 28-04-2026\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> Treatment T&#8328; (7-day Jeevaamrit + Straw Mulch) was superior for most yield parameters. The combination of 15-day Jeevaamrit with straw mulch (T&#8325;) recorded the best plant height (71.33 cm), root nodules per plant (25.36), pods per plant (20.79), and pod length (8.33 cm), establishing Jeevaamrit-based natural farming inputs integrated with straw mulching as a promising eco-friendly approach for pea production.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/9-5-20-371-Toshu-Saraswat.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <!-- PAPER 7: Khushi Kachhawa -->\r\n      <div class=\"cpu_paper_card\">\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_card_top\">\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_num\">07<\/div>\r\n          <div class=\"cpu_paper_title\">Response of Indian Mustard (<em>Brassica juncea<\/em> L.) to Varying Levels of Nitrogen and Sulphur under Southeastern Rajasthan Conditions<\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_meta_row\">\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge journal\">Int. Journal of Research in Agronomy<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge naas\">NAAS Rating: 5.20<\/span>\r\n          <span class=\"cpu_paper_badge crop\">Indian Mustard<\/span>\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_authors\">\r\n          <strong>Lead Author:<\/strong> Khushi Kachhawa &nbsp;|&nbsp;\r\n          <strong>Co-authors:<\/strong> Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <!-- <div class=\"cpu_paper_details\">\r\n          IJRA 2026; 9(5): 212&ndash;216 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; ISSN: 2618-0618 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Received: 02-03-2026 &nbsp;&middot;&nbsp; Accepted: 09-04-2026\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_finding\">\r\n          <strong>Key Finding:<\/strong> The highest seed yield (1920 kg ha&#8315;&#185;) was recorded with 120 kg N ha&#8315;&#185;, statistically at par with 80 kg N ha&#8315;&#185; (1810 kg ha&#8315;&#185;). Similarly, 45 kg S ha&#8315;&#185; produced maximum yield (1890 kg ha&#8315;&#185;), remaining at par with 30 kg S ha&#8315;&#185;, concluding that 80 kg N + 30 kg S ha&#8315;&#185; is the optimal and economically efficient combination for Indian mustard in the Hadoti region of southeastern Rajasthan.\r\n        <\/div> -->\r\n        <div class=\"cpu_paper_doi\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/reviewpaper-Khushi-Kachhawa-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\">View PDF<\/a><\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- WHY THIS MATTERS -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">Why This Matters<\/div>\r\n    <h2>Experiential Learning in Action<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      At Career Point University, the Agricultural Instructional Farm is more than a teaching resource &mdash; it is a living research platform. This initiative reflects the institution&rsquo;s strong commitment to experiential learning, scientific excellence, and research-oriented education.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <p>\r\n      By conducting real field trials and publishing findings in credible journals, these students have sharpened their research and analytical capabilities while contributing meaningful, evidence-based insights toward sustainable agricultural development.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_highlight\">\r\n      &ldquo;Such accomplishments foster innovation and evidence-based approaches toward sustainable agricultural development &mdash; reflecting the university&rsquo;s belief that quality research can emerge from any corner of the country.&rdquo;\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <hr class=\"cpu_post_divider\">\r\n\r\n  <!-- LOOKING AHEAD -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_section\">\r\n    <div class=\"cpu_post_eyebrow\">Looking Ahead<\/div>\r\n    <h2>A New Standard for Agronomy Research at CPU<\/h2>\r\n    <p>\r\n      As India&rsquo;s agricultural sector faces growing challenges &mdash; from climate variability to soil health and food security &mdash; the need for credible, field-tested research has never been greater. CPU Kota&rsquo;s School of Agricultural Sciences is positioning its students at the heart of this need.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n    <ul class=\"cpu_post_list\">\r\n      <li>Strong focus on field-based, evidence-driven agronomy research<\/li>\r\n      <li>Active mentorship culture connecting students with experienced faculty researchers<\/li>\r\n      <li>Agricultural Instructional Farm as a dedicated live research platform<\/li>\r\n      <li>Growing track record of publications in high-rated NAAS journals<\/li>\r\n    <\/ul>\r\n    <p>\r\n      These seven students, and the mentors who supported them, have set a new benchmark for what postgraduate agriculture students at CPU can achieve. Their journey is an inspiration to every student who will follow them through the Agricultural Instructional Farm.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- CONGRATS BANNER -->\r\n  <div class=\"cpu_post_congrats\">\r\n    <h3>Heartiest Congratulations!<\/h3>\r\n    <p>\r\n      To all seven M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) students of the 2024&ndash;25 batch &mdash; Sudarshan Panchal, Himanshu Jain, Ishika Paraliya, Deepa Khandelwal, Mohit Malav, Toshu Saraswat, and Khushi Kachhawa &mdash; and to Rohitashv Nagar, Dr. Shivendra Singh, Shivam Yadav, and Dr. Gunnjeet Kaur for their extraordinary mentorship. We wish all the students continued success in their future academic, research, and professional pursuits.\r\n    <\/p>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n\r\n  <!-- TAGS -->\r\n  <!-- <div class=\"cpu_post_tags\">\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_tag\">M.Sc. 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Agriculture (Agronomy) students of the 2024&ndash;25 batch published their research in NAAS-rated journals with a rating above 5.0 &mdash; a landmark achievement for Career Point University, Kota. M.Sc. Agronomy June 2026 Agricultural Instructional Farm NAAS-Rated Publications 7 M.Sc. AgronomyStudent Researchers 5.0+ NAAS Rating ofPublished Journals 4 Faculty Mentors&amp; Guides 2024&ndash;25 AcademicBatch The Achievement A Landmark Moment for CPU Kota The School of Agricultural Sciences at Career Point University, Kota (Rajasthan) is proud to announce a remarkable academic milestone. Seven students from the M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) batch of 2024&ndash;25 successfully conducted research trials at the university&rsquo;s Agricultural Instructional Farm and published their findings in NAAS-rated journals, each carrying a rating above 5.0. This is not merely an academic accomplishment &mdash; it represents the culmination of months of rigorous field experiments, disciplined data collection, thoughtful analysis, and the demanding process of scientific writing and peer review. Hands-on research conducted entirely at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota All seven publications accepted in NAAS-rated journals with rating above 5.0 Research spans key areas of agronomy relevant to Rajasthan&rsquo;s agricultural landscape Demonstrates that world-class research is achievable right here in Kota The Mentors Guided by Expertise, Driven by Commitment Behind every research success is a team of dedicated guides. This achievement was made possible through the unwavering mentorship of four faculty members whose expertise and continuous support shaped every stage of the journey &mdash; from experimental design to final publication. Rohitashv Nagar School of Agricultural Sciences Dr. Shivendra Singh School of Agricultural Sciences Shivam Yadav School of Agricultural Sciences Dr. Gunnjeet Kaur School of Agricultural Sciences The Research Journey From Field to Publication &mdash; Step by Step Publishing in a NAAS-rated journal with a score above 5.0 demands precision at every stage of the scientific process. Here is how these students navigated the entire journey: 1 Experimental Design Carefully planned trial layouts with well-defined hypotheses and treatment structures aligned to current agronomy research gaps. 2 Field Implementation Hands-on execution of trials across crop seasons, including sowing, treatment application, crop monitoring, and systematic field observations. 3 Data Collection &amp; Analysis Systematic collection of yield, growth, and soil health data followed by rigorous statistical analysis to draw scientifically valid conclusions. 4 Manuscript Preparation Structured scientific writing guided by faculty mentors, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with journal submission standards. 5 Publication in NAAS-Rated Journals Successful acceptance and publication in peer-reviewed NAAS-rated journals with scores above 5.0 &mdash; a recognised benchmark of research quality in Indian agricultural academia. Published Research The Seven Published Research Papers Each student conducted an independent field experiment at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota, and successfully published their findings in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated journals. Below is a complete record of all seven publications. 01 Effect of Organic Manures and Micronutrient Application on Growth and Yield of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Lead Author: Sudarshan Panchal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Khushi Kachhawa, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal View PDF 02 Effect of Foliar Application of Micronutrients and Biofertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) under Irrigated Conditions Lead Author: Himanshu Jain &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur View PDF 03 Response of Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) to Different Levels of Sulphur and Zinc on Yield and Oil Content Lead Author: Ishika Paraliya &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Himanshu Jain View PDF 04 Effect of Integrated Weed Management on Growth and Yield of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Lead Author: Deepika Khandelwal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Mohit Malav, Sudarshan Panchal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber View PDF 05 Integrated Nutrient Management for Enhancing Growth and Yield of Lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.) Lead Author: Mohit Malav &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Deepa Khandelwal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber View PDF 06 Effect of Cow-Based Natural Farming Inputs and Mulching on Growth and Yield of Pea (Pisum sativum L.) under Humid Southeastern Plain Zone of Rajasthan Lead Author: Toshu Saraswat &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Shivam Yadav View PDF 07 Response of Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) to Varying Levels of Nitrogen and Sulphur under Southeastern Rajasthan Conditions Lead Author: Khushi Kachhawa &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal View PDF Why This Matters Experiential Learning in Action At Career Point University, the Agricultural Instructional Farm is more than a teaching resource &mdash; it is a living research platform. This initiative reflects the institution&rsquo;s strong commitment to experiential learning, scientific excellence, and research-oriented education. By conducting real field trials and publishing findings in credible journals, these students have sharpened their research and analytical capabilities while contributing meaningful, evidence-based insights toward sustainable agricultural development. &ldquo;Such accomplishments foster innovation and evidence-based approaches toward sustainable agricultural development &mdash; reflecting the university&rsquo;s belief that quality research can emerge from any corner of the country.&rdquo; Looking Ahead A New Standard for Agronomy Research at CPU As India&rsquo;s agricultural sector faces growing challenges &mdash; from climate variability to soil health and food security &mdash; the need for credible, field-tested research has never been greater. CPU Kota&rsquo;s School of Agricultural Sciences is positioning its students at the heart of this need. 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Agriculture (Agronomy) students of the 2024&ndash;25 batch published their research in NAAS-rated journals with a rating above 5.0 &mdash; a landmark achievement for Career Point University, Kota. M.Sc. Agronomy June 2026 Agricultural Instructional Farm NAAS-Rated Publications 7 M.Sc. AgronomyStudent Researchers 5.0+ NAAS Rating ofPublished Journals 4 Faculty Mentors&amp; Guides 2024&ndash;25 AcademicBatch The Achievement A Landmark Moment for CPU Kota The School of Agricultural Sciences at Career Point University, Kota (Rajasthan) is proud to announce a remarkable academic milestone. Seven students from the M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) batch of 2024&ndash;25 successfully conducted research trials at the university&rsquo;s Agricultural Instructional Farm and published their findings in NAAS-rated journals, each carrying a rating above 5.0. This is not merely an academic accomplishment &mdash; it represents the culmination of months of rigorous field experiments, disciplined data collection, thoughtful analysis, and the demanding process of scientific writing and peer review. Hands-on research conducted entirely at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota All seven publications accepted in NAAS-rated journals with rating above 5.0 Research spans key areas of agronomy relevant to Rajasthan&rsquo;s agricultural landscape Demonstrates that world-class research is achievable right here in Kota The Mentors Guided by Expertise, Driven by Commitment Behind every research success is a team of dedicated guides. This achievement was made possible through the unwavering mentorship of four faculty members whose expertise and continuous support shaped every stage of the journey &mdash; from experimental design to final publication. Rohitashv Nagar School of Agricultural Sciences Dr. Shivendra Singh School of Agricultural Sciences Shivam Yadav School of Agricultural Sciences Dr. Gunnjeet Kaur School of Agricultural Sciences The Research Journey From Field to Publication &mdash; Step by Step Publishing in a NAAS-rated journal with a score above 5.0 demands precision at every stage of the scientific process. Here is how these students navigated the entire journey: 1 Experimental Design Carefully planned trial layouts with well-defined hypotheses and treatment structures aligned to current agronomy research gaps. 2 Field Implementation Hands-on execution of trials across crop seasons, including sowing, treatment application, crop monitoring, and systematic field observations. 3 Data Collection &amp; Analysis Systematic collection of yield, growth, and soil health data followed by rigorous statistical analysis to draw scientifically valid conclusions. 4 Manuscript Preparation Structured scientific writing guided by faculty mentors, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with journal submission standards. 5 Publication in NAAS-Rated Journals Successful acceptance and publication in peer-reviewed NAAS-rated journals with scores above 5.0 &mdash; a recognised benchmark of research quality in Indian agricultural academia. Published Research The Seven Published Research Papers Each student conducted an independent field experiment at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota, and successfully published their findings in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated journals. Below is a complete record of all seven publications. 01 Effect of Organic Manures and Micronutrient Application on Growth and Yield of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Lead Author: Sudarshan Panchal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Khushi Kachhawa, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal View PDF 02 Effect of Foliar Application of Micronutrients and Biofertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) under Irrigated Conditions Lead Author: Himanshu Jain &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur View PDF 03 Response of Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) to Different Levels of Sulphur and Zinc on Yield and Oil Content Lead Author: Ishika Paraliya &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Himanshu Jain View PDF 04 Effect of Integrated Weed Management on Growth and Yield of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Lead Author: Deepika Khandelwal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Mohit Malav, Sudarshan Panchal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber View PDF 05 Integrated Nutrient Management for Enhancing Growth and Yield of Lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.) Lead Author: Mohit Malav &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Deepa Khandelwal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. 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Agriculture (Agronomy) students of the 2024&ndash;25 batch published their research in NAAS-rated journals with a rating above 5.0 &mdash; a landmark achievement for Career Point University, Kota. M.Sc. Agronomy June 2026 Agricultural Instructional Farm NAAS-Rated Publications 7 M.Sc. AgronomyStudent Researchers 5.0+ NAAS Rating ofPublished Journals 4 Faculty Mentors&amp; Guides 2024&ndash;25 AcademicBatch The Achievement A Landmark Moment for CPU Kota The School of Agricultural Sciences at Career Point University, Kota (Rajasthan) is proud to announce a remarkable academic milestone. Seven students from the M.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy) batch of 2024&ndash;25 successfully conducted research trials at the university&rsquo;s Agricultural Instructional Farm and published their findings in NAAS-rated journals, each carrying a rating above 5.0. 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Here is how these students navigated the entire journey: 1 Experimental Design Carefully planned trial layouts with well-defined hypotheses and treatment structures aligned to current agronomy research gaps. 2 Field Implementation Hands-on execution of trials across crop seasons, including sowing, treatment application, crop monitoring, and systematic field observations. 3 Data Collection &amp; Analysis Systematic collection of yield, growth, and soil health data followed by rigorous statistical analysis to draw scientifically valid conclusions. 4 Manuscript Preparation Structured scientific writing guided by faculty mentors, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with journal submission standards. 5 Publication in NAAS-Rated Journals Successful acceptance and publication in peer-reviewed NAAS-rated journals with scores above 5.0 &mdash; a recognised benchmark of research quality in Indian agricultural academia. Published Research The Seven Published Research Papers Each student conducted an independent field experiment at the Agricultural Instructional Farm, CPU Kota, and successfully published their findings in peer-reviewed, NAAS-rated journals. Below is a complete record of all seven publications. 01 Effect of Organic Manures and Micronutrient Application on Growth and Yield of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Lead Author: Sudarshan Panchal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Khushi Kachhawa, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal View PDF 02 Effect of Foliar Application of Micronutrients and Biofertilizers on Growth, Yield and Quality of Linseed (Linum usitatissimum L.) under Irrigated Conditions Lead Author: Himanshu Jain &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur View PDF 03 Response of Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) to Different Levels of Sulphur and Zinc on Yield and Oil Content Lead Author: Ishika Paraliya &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Himanshu Jain View PDF 04 Effect of Integrated Weed Management on Growth and Yield of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) Lead Author: Deepika Khandelwal &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivam Yadav, Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Gunnjeet Kaur, Mohit Malav, Sudarshan Panchal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber View PDF 05 Integrated Nutrient Management for Enhancing Growth and Yield of Lentil (Lens culinaris Medik.) Lead Author: Mohit Malav &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Deepa Khandelwal, Kashifa Khan, Mohd. Zuber View PDF 06 Effect of Cow-Based Natural Farming Inputs and Mulching on Growth and Yield of Pea (Pisum sativum L.) under Humid Southeastern Plain Zone of Rajasthan Lead Author: Toshu Saraswat &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Rohitashv Nagar, Shivendra Singh, Gunnjeet Kaur, Shivam Yadav View PDF 07 Response of Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.) to Varying Levels of Nitrogen and Sulphur under Southeastern Rajasthan Conditions Lead Author: Khushi Kachhawa &nbsp;|&nbsp; Co-authors: Shivendra Singh, Rohitashv Nagar, Shivam Yadav, Gunnjeet Kaur, Sudarshan Panchal, Mohit Malav, Deepa Khandelwal View PDF Why This Matters Experiential Learning in Action At Career Point University, the Agricultural Instructional Farm is more than a teaching resource &mdash; it is a living research platform. This initiative reflects the institution&rsquo;s strong commitment to experiential learning, scientific excellence, and research-oriented education. By conducting real field trials and publishing findings in credible journals, these students have sharpened their research and analytical capabilities while contributing meaningful, evidence-based insights toward sustainable agricultural development. &ldquo;Such accomplishments foster innovation and evidence-based approaches toward sustainable agricultural development &mdash; reflecting the university&rsquo;s belief that quality research can emerge from any corner of the country.&rdquo; Looking Ahead A New Standard for Agronomy Research at CPU As India&rsquo;s agricultural sector faces growing challenges &mdash; from climate variability to soil health and food security &mdash; the need for credible, field-tested research has never been greater. CPU Kota&rsquo;s School of Agricultural Sciences is positioning its students at the heart of this need. 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