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Dr. Hemraj Jat

Dr. Hemraj Jat

Assistant Professor, Teaching and Research

Hemraj.jat@vgu.ac.in

BIO

Dr. Jat Working as an Agriculture Scientist and Assistant Professor specializing in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry, with research expertise in soil fertility, nutrient management, and sustainable agriculture. Over the years, I have worked on projects focused on improving soil health, micronutrient enrichment (Zn & Fe), and vermicomposting- based organic waste management. My work includes multiple research publications, book chapters, and a co- authored book, with contributions in national and international journals.

Additional Administrative Titles -

  • Head of Department, Dr. K.N. Modi University.
  • Co-Convenor in conference

Academic Degrees -

  • Ph.D (Soil Science), MPUAT, Udaipur
  • M.Sc. (Soil Science), SKNAU,Jobner
  • B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, Dr. PDKV, Akola, MH

Academic Appointments -

    • Assistant Professor, Govt. Agriculture college Swaimadhopur , March, 2024- June, 2025
    • M.B. College of Agriculture, Tonk May, 2023- Dec, 2023
    • Assistant Professor, Dr. K.N. Modi University, Newai, Tonk, November, 2020-April 2023.
    • Senior Research Fellow, Directorate of Research, MPUAT, Udaipur January 2019 – September, 2020

Professional Experience -

  • 5 years

Teaching Degree Courses

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture
  • M.Sc. (Soil Science)
  • M.Sc. (Agronomy)

Executive Education & Other Non- Degree Programs Completed short-term executive trainings and capacity building programs on Smart Farming, Agribusiness Management, Soil Testing, Biofertilizers Production, and Sustainable Agriculture through ICAR-linked and nationally recognized institutions.

Research Interests -

  • Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management

Journal Articles

  • Hemraj Jat et al. (2022) – Effect of soil and foliar application of zinc and iron on Yield, Quality and Economics of Maize – AMA (Agricultural Mechanization in Asia Africa and Latin America), Vol 53/02 (NAAS 6.29)
  • Hemraj Jat et al. (2022) – Changes in chemical properties of different organic wastes under varying ratios for vermicomposting – The Pharma Innovation Journal, Vol 11/2 (NAAS 5.23)
  • Hemraj Jat et al. (2022) – Effect of soil and foliar application of Zn and Fe on soil fertility after harvest of maize – Biological Forum, Vol 14/01 (NAAS 5.11)
  • Hemraj Jat and Rajhans Verma (2022) – Nutrient status, enzymatic activity and microbial density during vermicomposting – Annals of Agricultural Research, Vol 43/01 (NAAS 4.78)
  • Hemraj Jat et al. (2021) – Productivity of Maize influenced by soil and foliar application of Zinc and Iron – Indian Journal of Fertilisers, Vol 17/02 (NAAS 4.76)
  • Hemraj Jat and Rajhans Verma (2021) – Changes in Micronutrient and Humic Fraction of Organic Waste during Vermicomposting – Frontiers in Crop Improvement, Vol 9/1 (NAAS 4.67)
  • Hemraj Jat and Rajhans Verma (2022) – Role Of Eisenia Foetida on Chemical Properties and Humic Group of Organic Wastes – Journal of Cell and Tissue Research, Vol 22/01 (NAAS 4.39)
  • Sushila Aechra et al. (including Hemraj Jat, 2022) – Effect of biofertilizer and vermicompost on physic- chemical properties of soil under wheat – Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Vol 92/02 (NAAS 6.37)
  • 3. Manisha Meena et al. (including Hemraj Jat, 2021) – Effect of Phospho Enriched Compost and Zinc on Productivity and Nutrient Uptake of Blackgram – Legume Research (NAAS 6.67)
  • Manisha Meena et al. (including Hemraj Jat, 2021) – Effect of phospho enriched compost and zinc on soil properties and productivity of blackgram – Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, Vol 91/9 (NAAS 6.37)
  • Piyush Choudhary et al. (including Hemraj Jat, 2022) – Effect of Foliar Application of Zinc Based Nanofertilizer and Varying Fertility Levels on Growth and Economics of Maize – AMA (Agricultural Mechanization in Asia Africa and Latin America), Vol 53/02 (NAAS 6.29)

Books

  • Jat, H., & Kaur, G. (2022). Monitoring and treatment of effluent water for maintaining BOD level. Lambert Publication. ISBN: 978-620-4-75245-7.

Book Chapters

  • Jat, H., Dudi, D.P.S., & Somani, L.L. (2022). Soil Fertility and Crop Nutrition. In: Introduction to Agronomy. Arotech Publishing Academy, Udaipur. ISBN: 978-939064793-4.
  • Jat, H., & Kaur, G. (2022). Soil Health for Improved Crop Production. In: Recent Trends in Agriculture. The Agriculture Publication, Jaipur. ISBN: 978-93-94142- 13-8306.
  • Jat, H., Kaur, G., & Choudhary, P. (2022). Source and Distribution of Lead and its Effect on Plant Growth. In: Multifaceted Agricultural Research and Extension. ISBN: 9798887177922.
  • Kaur, G., & Jat, H. (2022). Artificial Intelligence in Agriculture. In: Recent Trends in Agriculture. ISBN: 978-93-94142-13-8225.
  • Kaur, G., Jat, H., & Sharma, R.L. (2022). Inherent Aspect of Plant Growth Promoting Microbes in Plant Tissue Culture. In: Recent Trends in Agriculture. ISBN: 978-93-94142-13-8167.
  • Kaur, G., Jat, H., & Sharma, R.L. (2022). Molecular Mechanism of Azotobacter Strains for Promotion of Plant Growth. In: Multifaceted Agricultural Research and Extension. Notion Press. ISBN: 9798887177922.

Award

  • Appointed as Convenor of National Webinar on World Soil Day (4 December 2021) organized by School of Agricultural Sciences, Dr. K.N. Modi University, Newai, Tonk
  • Served as Convenor for Collaborative Celebration of World Forest Day, Meteorological Day & World Water Day (22–23 March 2021) at Dr. K.N. Modi University, Newai, Tonk
  • Designated as Co-Coordinator for ICAR Accreditation for School of Agricultural Sciences, Dr. K.N. Modi University (from Dec 2020) and contributed to SSR documentation and accreditation activities.

Conferences, Talks & Speaking Engagements -

  • Participated in over 15+ trainings and conferences, including ICAR-affiliated programs, gaining hands-on expertise in soil testing, biofertilizers, agribusiness management, sustainable agriculture, and smart farming.

Affiliations

  • Membership of Journal of Indian Society of Soil Science.

In the Media

  • Featured in Reader Shelf Magazine for articles on innovative agricultural practices (2019).
  • Published farmer-oriented articles on soil health, structured water and silica use in agriculture in Kheti Vikash Magazine and Reader Shelf (2019–2020).
  • Contributed articles to agricultural awareness platforms for farmers and stakeholders.