Ludhiana : PAU Student Wins Best PhD Thesis Award

PAU Scholar Receives Best PhD Thesis Award at International Farming Systems Conference

Rakshit Bhagat, a PhD researcher in the Department of Agronomy at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU), Ludhiana, has earned the Best PhD Thesis Award (2024) during the first International Farming Systems Conference (IFSC-2025).

 The conference was organised by the Farming System Research Development Association (FSRDA) at the ICAR–Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research (ICAR-IIFSR).

His doctoral research, titled “Nutrient Recycling and System Productivity of Integrated Farming System,” focused on improving the efficiency and sustainability of agricultural practices. 

The study explored crucial areas such as nutrient recycling, greenhouse gas emissions, overall system productivity, and long-term sustainability within Integrated Farming Systems (IFS). The findings are expected to support the development of environmentally sustainable and resource-efficient farming models.

Key Points

- Award Recipient: Rakshit Bhagat, PhD scholar in Agronomy, PAU Ludhiana

- Recognition: Best PhD Thesis Award (2024)

- Event: First International Farming Systems Conference (IFSC-2025)

- Organisers: FSRDA at ICAR-IIFSR

- Research Focus:

- Nutrient recycling in farming systems

- Greenhouse gas emission assessment

- System productivity improvement

- Sustainability of Integrated Farming Systems

- Impact Area: Promotes sustainable, climate-responsive, and efficient agricultural practices

Final Thoughts

This achievement highlights the growing importance of research-driven sustainable agriculture in India. Work like Bhagat’s strengthens the scientific foundation for climate-smart and resource-efficient farming, which is crucial for future food security. It also showcases PAU’s continued contribution to high-quality agricultural research and innovation at an international level.