Dr. Salman Ahmad

Lecturer in Agronomy & Agricultural Researcher
Bahawalpur, PK.

About

Dr. Salman Ahmad is a highly accomplished Agronomist and Lecturer with a Ph.D. and over 6 years of practical experience as an Agriculture Officer. Specializing in sustainable crop production, water management, and soil science, he has authored over 30 research publications and is dedicated to advancing agricultural practices through research, education, and extension services.

Work

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
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Lecturer

Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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Summary

Currently serves as a Lecturer, educating students and conducting impactful research in Agronomy at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur.

Highlights

Educate and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate students in Agronomy, fostering critical thinking and advanced research skills.

Conduct pioneering research in sustainable agriculture, focusing on water conservation, crop productivity, and soil health.

Author and co-author over 30 peer-reviewed research publications, significantly contributing to the field of agronomy.

Participate in national and international conferences, presenting research findings and collaborating with global peers.

Punjab Agriculture Extension & Adaptive Research wing
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Agriculture Officer

Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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Summary

Served as an Agriculture Officer, providing extension services and conducting adaptive research to enhance agricultural practices and productivity in Punjab over 6 years.

Highlights

Provided critical agricultural extension services to farmers across Punjab, improving crop management and productivity for diverse crops.

Conducted adaptive research initiatives, developing localized solutions for enhanced crop yields and resource efficiency.

Disseminated agricultural knowledge and best practices through articles and online platforms, reaching a broad audience of stakeholders.

Collaborated with district government on agricultural development projects, earning multiple appreciation certificates for impactful contributions.

Education

The Islamia University Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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Ph.D.

Agronomy

Grade: 3.86 CGPA

Courses

Advanced Agronomy

Crop Physiology

Soil Science

Research Methodology

The Islamia University Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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M.Sc. (Hons.)

Agronomy

Grade: 3.98 CGPA

Courses

Crop Production

Weed Science

Water Management

Experimental Design

The Islamia University Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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B.Sc. (Hons.)

Agriculture

Grade: 3.89 CGPA

Courses

General Agriculture

Plant Sciences

Soil Fertility

Agricultural Economics

B.I.S.E Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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F.Sc.

Pre-Medical

Grade: 72% (1st Division)

B.I.S.E Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan

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Matric

Science

Grade: 81% (1st Division)

Awards

Appreciation Certificates

Awarded By

District Government

Received multiple certificates acknowledging valuable contributions to district-level initiatives.

National IPM Award Winner

Awarded By

National IPM Program

Recognized for significant contributions and achievements in Integrated Pest Management.

Gold Medalist

Awarded By

The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Awarded for exceptional academic performance during M.Sc. (Hons.) Agronomy studies.

Silver Medalist

Awarded By

The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Recognized for outstanding academic achievement during B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture studies.

Class Representative

Awarded By

The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Elected as Class Representative for the entire duration of M.Sc. (Hons.) program, demonstrating leadership and communication skills.

University Merit Scholarship

Awarded By

The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Awarded merit-based scholarship for academic excellence during B.Sc. (Hons.) and M.Sc. (Hons.) programs.

Publications

Effect of rhizobacteria and cytokinins application on wheat growth and yield under normal vs drought conditions.

Published by

Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis

Summary

Analyzed the effects of rhizobacteria and cytokinins on wheat growth and yield under both normal and drought conditions.

Foliar applied iron and zinc improves the growth, physiological and yield related traits of wheat under drought.

Published by

International Journal of Biosciences

Summary

Demonstrated the positive effects of foliar iron and zinc application on wheat growth and yield under drought stress.

Physiological and biochemical appraisal for mulching and partial rhizosphere drying of cotton.

Published by

Journal of Arid Land

Summary

Evaluated the physiological and biochemical responses of cotton to mulching and partial rhizosphere drying techniques.

Physiological manipulation and yield response of wheat grown with split root system under deficit irrigation.

Published by

Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Research

Summary

Investigated the physiological and yield responses of wheat to deficit irrigation using a split root system.

Investigating the effect of Azospirillum brasilense and Rhizobium pisi on agronomic traits of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.).

Published by

Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science

Summary

Examined the impact of specific rhizobacteria on the agronomic characteristics of wheat.

Physiological and biochemical assisted screening of wheat varieties under partial rhizosphere drying.

Published by

Plant Physiology and Biochemistry

Summary

Screened wheat varieties for drought tolerance using physiological and biochemical markers under partial rhizosphere drying.

Investigating drought tolerance potential of different wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) varieties under reduced irrigation level.

Published by

International Journal of Biosciences

Summary

Assessed the drought tolerance capabilities of various wheat varieties under conditions of reduced irrigation.

Understanding and mitigating the impacts of drought stress in cotton-a review.

Published by

Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Sciences

Summary

Reviewed strategies and physiological mechanisms to understand and mitigate drought stress effects in cotton.

Mulching strategies for weeds control and water conservation in cotton.

Published by

Journal of Agriculture and Biological Science

Summary

Researched effective mulching strategies to manage weeds and conserve water in cotton cultivation.

Studies on canola (Brassica napus L.) and camelina (Camelina sativa L.) under different irrigation levels.

Published by

ARPN Journal of Agricultural and Biological Science

Summary

Investigated the impact of varying irrigation levels on the growth and yield of canola and camelina.

Languages

English
Urdu
Punjabi
Saraiki

Certificates

Soft Skills Training Program

Issued By

Career Development Center (CDC), The Islamia University of Bahawalpur

Workshop on Variety Characterization and Disease Identification of Wheat

Issued By

WPEP-CIMMYT office Pakistan at Regional Agriculture Research Institute (RARI) Bahawalpur

M.Sc. (Hons) Position Certificate

Issued By

University College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, The Islamia University Bahawalpur

English Proficiency Certificate

Issued By

University College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Distinction Certificate

Issued By

University College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, The Islamia University Bahawalpur

Skills

Agricultural Research

Agronomy, Crop Science, Water Management, Weed Control, Soil Science, Plant Physiology, Drought Stress Mitigation, Sustainable Agriculture, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Experimental Design, Data Analysis.

Teaching & Mentoring

Lecturing, Curriculum Development, Student Supervision, Academic Guidance, Educational Leadership.

Agricultural Extension

Farmer Training, Knowledge Dissemination, Adaptive Research, Community Engagement, Agricultural Consulting.

Software & Tools

MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, Internet Research, SPSS, Statistix 8.1.

Academic & Scientific Writing

Research Publication, Article Writing, Proofreading, Literature Review, Grant Writing.

Interests

Reading

Academic Journals, Agricultural Literature, Professional Development.

References

Prof. Dr. Muhammad Aown Sammar Raza

Professor/Chairman, Department of Agronomy, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur | Email: aown.sammar@iub.edu.pk | Contact No: 03336697595

Prof. Dr. Moazzam Jamil

Registrar (R)/ Dean (R), Department of Soil Science, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur | Email: moazzam.jamil@iub.edu.pk | Contact No: 03459440589

Projects

Partial Root Zone Drying for Enhanced Wheat Productivity

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Summary

Ph.D. research focused on investigating the application of partial root zone drying techniques to improve wheat yield while optimizing water usage in arid regions.

Mulching Strategies for Weed Control and Water Conservation in Cotton

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Summary

M.Sc. (Hons.) research explored various mulching strategies to effectively manage weeds and conserve water for cotton cultivation (Gossypium hirsutum).

Comparative Study of Wheat Planting Methods

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Summary

B.Sc. (Hons.) research conducted a comparative analysis of different planting methods for wheat (Triticum aestivum) to determine optimal practices.