International Symposium
New-Dimensions in Agrometeorology
for Sustainable Agriculture
(PANTNAGAR, INDIA, 16-18 OCT, 2014)
Association of Agrometeorologists,
Anand, India
ICAR
IMD
DST
G.B. Pant Uni. of Agriculture & Tech.,
Pantnagar, India
MOES
WMO
NABARD
USAC
UCOST
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
Patron
Director General, Indian Council of Agricultural Research, New Delhi
Vice-Chancellor, GBPUA&T, Pantnagar
International Advisory Board
Dr M.S. Swaminathan, Chairman, MSSRF, Chennai
Dr Byong Lee, President, CAGM, Geneva
Dr R. Steffenski, Chief, WMO AMP, Geneva
Dr Shashi B. Verma, Ex Charles Bessey Professor,
University of Nebraska, U.S.A.
Dr Kees Stigter, Affiliated Professor, University of the
Free State, South Africa
Dr M.V.K. Sivakumar, Senior Consultant , World
Bank, Nepal & Niger
Dr A. Kumar, DDG (Edu.), ICAR, New Delhi
Dr A.K. Sikka, DDG (NRM), ICAR, New Delhi
Dr S.M. Virmani, Ex PS, ICRISAT
Dr M.C. Varshneya, Ex VC, AAU, Anand, Gujarat
Dr A.M. Shekh, VC, AAU, Anand, Gujarat
Dr A.K. Singh, VC, RVSKVV, Gwalior, MP
Dr J.S. Sandhu, Ag. Commissioner, New Delhi
Dr V.K. Dadhwal, Director, NRSC, Hyderabad
Dr Josef Eitzinger, Head, IM, Wien, Austria
Dr Y.V.N. Krishna Murthy, Director, IIRS, Dehradun
Prof. René Gommes, President, INSAM, Beijing, China
Dr D. J. Molden, DG, ICIMOD, Kathmandu, Nepal
Dr John Elgy, ASTON University, UK
Dr Christian Kurt Kersebaum, ZALF, GERMANY
Dr S. Huda, Western Sydney Uni., Australia
Dr J. S. Parihar, DD, RESA, Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Dr P.K. Agarwal, IWMI, New Delhi
Dr Akhilesh Gupta, Adviser DST, Delhi
National Steering committee
Dr L.S. Rathore, Director General of Meteorology,
New Delhi - Chairman
Dr V.U.M. Rao, FAAM Project Coordinator CRIDA,
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Dr L.K. Dhaliwal, Director, School of CC &
Agrometeorology, PAU Ludhiana
Dr K.K. Singh, Head, Agromet Services, IMD, New
Delhi
Dr N.V.K. Chakravarty, Ex PS and Head, IARI, New Delhi
Dr N. Chattopadhyay, DDGM, IMD, Pune,
Dr S.S. Ray, Director, MNCFC, New Delhi
Dr N.S. Murty, Dean PGS, GBPUA&T, Pantnagar
Dr Ram Niwas, Head, AgMet, CCSHAU, Hisar
Dr S.R. Patel, Dean, Agriculture, IGKV, Raipur
Dr P. Sanjeeva Rao, Scientist G, DST, New Delhi
Dr G. Kar, PS, WTCER, ICAR, Bhubneshwar
Dr K. Ramachandran, PS, CRIDA,Hyderabad
Dr L. Das, Head, Agrometeorology, BCKV, Mohanpur
Dr Y.S. Ramakrisha, Dr.EAHRC Chair on NRM,
Jorhat
Dr Padmakar Tripathi, Head, AgMet, NDUA&T,
Faizabad
Dr N. Maragatham, Prof & Head, ARC, TNAU,
Coimbatore
Dr Jagadish Rane, Head, DDSM, NIASM, Baramati
Dr. Ramana Rao, Chief Editor JAM, Hyderabad
Dr R. S. Dwivedi, Ex GD, Land Resources, NRSC,
Hyderabad
Dr Rajereddy, Director Extension, ANGRAU,
Hyderabad
Dr M.B. Rajegouda, Professor Agrometeology,
Registrar, UAS, GKVK, Bangalore
Dr Vyas Pandey, Head, AgriMet, AAU, Gujarat
Secretary AAM / Convener
Dr A.S. Nain, Asso. Profesor., Agrometeorology,
GBPUA&T, Pantnagar, Co-Convener
Local Steering Committee
Dr J. Kumar, Dean, Agriculture - Chairman
Dr N.S. Murty, Dean, PGS
Dr R.S. Raghuvanshi, Dean, Home Science
Dr J.P. Singh, Director, Experiment Station
Dr H.C. Sharma, Dean, Technology
Dr I.J. Singh, Dean Fisheries
Dr G.K. Singh, Dean, Veterinary Science
Dr Y.P.S. Dabas, Director, Extension Education
Dr Vir Singh, Director, Communication
Dr Devendra Kumar, Dean, Agribusiness
Dr Uma Melkania, Dean, CBSH
Dr R.K. Singh, Co-Organizing Secretary
Dr A.S. Nain, Organizing Secretary
Scientific Coordinator- please refer to www.nasa2014.in
ABOUT SYMPOSIUM
Agriculture is the world's single largest employer and is probably the most weather
dependent of all human activities. Agricultural planning and the use of agricultural technology need
agrometeorological analyses. The growing interest in the possible impact of natural and human induced
climate variability and long-term climate change on agriculture and forestry have created new demands for
information from, and assessments by agrometeorologists. Advanced climate change risk assessments for
agriculture and food security depend on robust and reliable modelling tools. Crop models plays a central role
as they are at the core of any climate impact assessment for the agricultural sector. Thus, the need for
reorienting and recasting meteorological information, fine tuning of climatic analysis and presentation in
forms suitable for agricultural decision making has become more pressing. The advancement in geospatial
technology however has provided a platform where high resolution geospatial data can be generated,
analyzed and used in policy formation.
The
challenge
in
front
of
the
agrometeorologists,
agroecologists
and
environmentalists around the world is that more than ever before, there is a great need to more effectively
integrate and deploy the skills developed in operational, experimental and theoretical aspects of agricultural
meteorology and allied sciences to make production in systems of agriculture and forestry more reliable,
more efficient and above all more equitable in the world at large.
Major Themes
Responding Climate Change through Managing Climatic Variability
Micrometeorological Manipulation for Enhancing Agricultural Productivity
 Advances in Biometeorology
 New Tools and Techniques in Geospatial Technology for Agromet Applications
 Natural Resource Management for Sustainable Agriculture
Soil Health Management under Changing Environment
Crop Modeling & Weather Forecasting
Pest and Disease Interaction with Environment
Meteorological Applications in Horticulture & Agroforestry
Role of Meteorology in Disaster Risk Reduction
Precision Farming and Agrometeorological Information
Industrial Exhibition
Exhibition of the variety of weather Instruments, automated systems, green house gas
monitoring systems, remote sensing tools, GIS, GPS system is being arranged during symposium. A separate
market place will be provided to the interested industrial partners on nominal sponsorship. For more detail,
interested companies may directly contact with Dr A.S. Nain, Organizing Secretary at
[email protected], or [email protected].
ABOUT ASSOCIATION
Association of Agrometeorologists has been established in the year 1999 at Anand Agricultural University, Anand,
India. It is untiringly pursuing Agrometeorological advancement in the country and providing inter-institutional platform for sharing
innovative ideas. Association has instituted various awards to encourage research in Agrometeorology. Association is currently having
more than 900 life members and many annual members. Association is regularly publishing Journal of Agrometeorology (NAAS Rating
6.15) and also supporting organization of seminar / symposium / workshop etc in the country. More information about Association
may be found at www.agrimetassociation.org.
ABOUT UNIVERSITY
Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, which has the distinction of being the
first Agriculture University of India, was established in 1960 based on the Land Grant Pattern of U.S.A. It was inaugurated by the 1st
Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru on 17th November, 1960. The University is better known as "Harbinger of Green
Revolution” in India and has been honoured twice with the Best Institution Award by ICAR. In the year 2007-08, Government of India
recognized the University as “Institution of Excellence” and allocated a special grant of Rs 50 crores. University has 6 different
constituent colleges, Directorate of Experiment Station, Directorate of Extension Education and many on-campus and off-campus
research stations. University is situated in the lush green and beautiful foothills of Himalayas. The G.B. Pant University is a symbol of
successful partnership between India and the United States. The weather is pleasant at Pantnagar during October with occasional
light showers, which makes stay very comfortable and enjoyable.
ABOUT COLLEGE
College of Agriculture was established on 17th November 1960 and is the most prestigious constituent college of
University. College is offering two graduate programes and 14 M.Sc and 11 PhD programmes through its 11 departments. College is
equipped with many state of the art laboratories and facilities. College has played a key role in green revolution and has helped to
develop more than 252 high yielding varieties and many technologies for different crops. Agriculture college at Pantnagar has laid
foundation of modern agricultural education in country.
ABOUT DEPARTMENT
Department of Agrometeorology was established in the year 2000 and was given the mandate of carrying out
research in the field of effect of weather on plants. The application of geospatial technology (RS, GIS, GPS) for the management of
agricultural resources in most sustainable way was another important task that has been assigned to the department. Considering the
expertise of the faculty in the Geospatial technology, ICAR has given a mega Niche Area of Excellence project on “Geo-informatics for
Natural Resource Management and Precision Farming”.
CALL FOR PAPERS
Original research papers, covering one or more of the above themes are invited for presentations. Extended
abstracts in English not exceeding 300 words may be submitted online through the website www.nasa2014.in or can be
mailed directly to [email protected]. The Abstracts will be screened by the committee and the
authors will be requested to submit full-length manuscripts (by 20th September 2014). Selected papers will be peer
reviewed by the eminent referees and the successful full length paper will be published in the special issue of Journal of
Agrometeorology (NAAS rating 6.15). Full length papers should be prepared in the format of Journal of
Agrometeorology. Further details regarding editorial instructions for abstracts submission are also available on the
website. Any further clarification may be obtained by sending an email to the Organizing Secretary
[email protected].
AWARDS
The presentation / posters will be evaluated by a jury of eminent scientists. Best presentation /posters will be awarded
in the valedictory function of symposium on day three i.e. on 18th October 2014.
HOW TO REACH PANTNAGAR?
Pantnagar is about 250 kms from Delhi, 360 kms from Lucknow, 90 kms from Moradabad, 75 kms from
Bareilly and 65 kms from Nainital by road. Two National Highways- NH 87 and Bareilly-Nainital highway touch the
campus. Two railway stations of North Eastern Railways- Lalkuan (LKU) and Haldi Road (HLDD) are located near the
campus at a distance of 4 km (east) and 2 km (west) respectively from administrative building. Persons coming from
Delhi may board the Ranikhet Ex. (15013), Uttaranchal Sampark Kranti Ex. (15035), Anand Vihar Kathgodam Shatabdi Ex.
12040), persons coming from East side can catch the train Howrah Kathgodam Bagh Ex. (13019) or Kanpur Kathgodam
Garibrath Ex. (12209) and persons coming from Dehradun can board the Dehradun Kathgodam Ex. (14120) and get
down at Lalkuan Railway Station. The nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport at a distance of 0.5 km from University gate.
University shuttle service, local rickshaws, auto rickshaws and matador vans connect various parts of the campus.
ACCOMODATION
Accommodation will be made available in University guest houses, hostels and hotels in the nearby city
(Rudrapur or Haldwani). Prior request for the reservation of accommodation must reach the conference secretariat on
the prescribed form.
WEATHER AT PANTNAGAR
During October, the weather at Pantnagar remains very pleasant with full of greenery. The monsoon recedes
just at the end of September or early October. Winter at Pantnagar starts from late November. Pantnagar is located just
at foothills of Great Himalaya and all regions surrounding Pantnagar, offer great picturesque view.
IMPORTANT DATES
Symposium dates : October 16-18, 2014
Abstract Submission : August 31, 2014
Intimation of acceptance of Abstracts : September, 05 2014
Submission of full-length papers : September 20, 2014
Registration : September 20, 2014
PAYMENT MODE
The registration includes registration kit, abstract volume, working lunch and dinner and free
transport from hotel/guest house to the symposium venue. Registration may be done online through the
website www.nasa2014.in. The registration amount can be remitted online to account No.
4446000100051434 of Punjab National Bank, Pantnagar Branch, (IFSC code: PUNB0444600, MICR code:
263024252 and SWIFT code: PUNBINEEKAS). The online money depositors are advised to send a proof of
money transfer along with name, address and contact details of the participant. Registration can also be done
by sending the registration fee through a demand draft in favour of “Pantnagar Chapter, AAM, GBPUA&T,
Pantnagar” payable at Pantnagar along with the completed registration form to the Organizing Secretary
before the last date as mentioned above.
Registration Fee
Participant category
Registration Fee (by Sept 20, 2014)
AAM Members
Rs. 2000
Non-Members
Rs. 3000
Students
Rs. 1500
Students (without scholarship)
Rs. 1000
Foreign participants (Developed countries)
$ 300
Foreign participants (Developing countries)
Rs. 3000
*Note - Spot registration strictly with late fee also available.
*Note - Rs 500 ($50 for foreign participants) would be charged extra, if registration is done after
September 20, 2014.
Address for Correspondence
Organizing Secretary
Dr A.S. Nain, Associate Professor,
Department of Agrometeorology
GBPUA&T, Pantnagar- 263145, US Nagar,
Telfax: +91-5944-235021, Mo: +91-8475001125
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
Secretary, AAM
Dr Vyas Pandey, Professor & Head,
Agrometeorology, BA College of Agriculture,
AAU, Anand – 388110, Gujarat, India
Telfax: +91-2692-261426, Mo: +91-9879912357
Email- [email protected],
[email protected]
Co-Organizing Secretary
Dr R.K. Singh, Professor & Head,
Department of Agrometeorology
GBPUA&T, Pantnagar- 263145, US Nagar,
Telfax: +91-5944-235021, Mo: +91-9411142810
Email: [email protected]
International Symposium On “New-Dimensions in Agrometeorology for
Sustainable Agriculture (NASA-2014)”
16-18 October, 2014, Pantnagar
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EXPLORE BEAUTY OF UTTARAKHAND
Uttarakhand is
located at foothills of the
Himalayan mountain ranges,
it is largely a hilly State, having
international boundaries with China
(Tibet) in the north and Nepal in the east. On its
north-west lies Himachal Pradesh, while on the south is
Uttar Pradesh. It is rich in natural resources especially water
and forests with many glaciers, rivers, dense forests
and snow-clad mountain peaks. Char-dhams, the
four most sacred and revered Hindu temples
of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and
Yamunotri are nestled in the mighty
mountains. It’s truly God’s
Land (Dev Bhoomi).
DATES TO BE NOTICED
Abstract Submission : August 31, 2014
Submission of full papers : September 20, 2014
Registration : September 20, 2014
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