Mr. Shourov Dutta is serving as a Subject Matter Specialist (Horticulture) at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Karbi Anglong, Assam Agricultural University, Assam, India. In his professional role, he is engaged in On-Farm Testing (OFTs), Frontline Demonstrations (FLDs), and training programmes for farmers, focusing on horticulture-based innovations and sustainable farming practices.

His responsibilities include the successful implementation of major flagship programmes and projects such as ARYA, TSP, Natural Farming, Mera Gaon Mera Gaurav, Swacchata Pakhwada, Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yojana, and Doubling Farmers’ Income initiatives. Along with this, he organizes farmer fairs, method demonstrations, diagnostic visits, farmer-scientist interactions, and awareness campaigns like PM Kisan Samman Sammelan and PM Webcasting programmes, thereby creating large-scale impact on farming communities.

Research Contributions

Mr. Dutta has made significant research contributions in the field of horticulture and allied agricultural sciences. His work is associated with prestigious research projects, including:

• Promotion of Integrated Farming System for Sustainable Livelihood Security (NABARD).

• Biotech Kisan Hub Project (Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India).

• National Innovations in Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) (ICAR-CRIDA).

His academic and research productivity is reflected in:

• 18 Research Articles

• 6 Review Articles

• 2 Books/Book Chapters

• 13 Popular Articles

• 15 Extension Bulletins

• 3 Training Manuals

Extension & Training Activities

Mr. Dutta has contributed extensively to farmer-oriented capacity building through his involvement in national-level training programmes (5), organization of extension programmes, and development of functional linkages with government and non-government agencies. His efforts are directed towards promoting climate-resilient agriculture, natural farming, integrated farming systems, and sustainable livelihood opportunities in North-East India.

Honors & Awards

• Best Article Award for “Multistorey Cropping System: A Profitable Approach for Sustainable Productivity” (2020).

• Best Article Award for “Improvement Strategy of Shifting Cultivation or Jhum in NE India” (2020).

• Best KVK Scientist Award on the occasion of Global Conference of Smart Horticulture for Prosperity and Nutritional Security (GCSH, 2025) held at UHS, Bagalkot, Karnataka from 12th to 14th February, 2025.

Memberships

• Life Member of the Society for Advancement of Human and Nature (SADHNA), Dr. Y. S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry.

Notable Contributions

• Promoting integrated and climate-resilient farming systems in rural and tribal communities.

• Active involvement in national flagship projects for farmer empowerment and rural transformation.

• Disseminating scientific knowledge through publications, training manuals, and extension bulletins to bridge the gap between research and practice.

• Advocacy for natural farming, nutrition-sensitive agriculture, and sustainable horticultural practices.

Eligibility for Young Scientist Award

With his dedication to research, impactful extension work, quality publications, and active involvement in national-level projects, Mr. Shourov Dutta exemplifies the qualities of an emerging agricultural scientist. His outstanding contributions in horticulture, climate-resilient agriculture, and farmer capacity building make him a deserving recipient of the Young Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels.