Dr Karthikeyan C
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Head of the Department, Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology
Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore
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- Multidisciplinary Agriculture
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Professional Recognition
Professor Y.P. Singh Memorial Award for excellence achieved in Extension Education Teaching, Training and Research.
Indian Society of Extension Education, IARI campus, New DelhiBest oral presentation award
International extension education conference, BHU,VaranasiBest Teacher Award of TNAU in recognition of the performance in the Faculty Development Programme
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.Best Paper Presentation Award for the paper entitled “e-Velanmai through FCMS-Android app in Tamil Nadu”
Government of India, In the International Conference on Good Governance in Agricultural Extension” aBest Paper Presentation Award for the paper entitled “Agricultural Extension Service through Android app in Tamil Nadu”
Indian Society of Extension Education, New Delhi In the ISEE Golden Jubilee National Seminar 2015 atBest Extension Worker Award for Contributions made in the field of Agricultural Extension
'Malarum Velanmai’ - A Popular Tamil Agricultural MagazineISEE Fellow Award
Indian Society of Extension Education, New DelhiBest Researcher Award
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.Merit Certificate award for Publication of Standard books in 'Agricultural Extension'
Tamil Nadu Agricultural UniversityBest Paper Presentation Award in the International Conference
International Society of Extension Education, Nagpur In the International Conference on Extension EdBest Extension Worker Award
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.Young Extension Professional award
International Society of Extension Education, NagpurThe Manthan Award - South Asia & Asia Pacific
Digital Empowerment Foundation and Government of India, New DelhiEndeavour Executive Award’ by Australian Government.
Australian Governmente-Asia11 award - 2011(Runner) for the project, “e-Velanmai”
Centre for Science Development and Media Studies and Ministry of IT and Communications, Government oT. Nataraj Rolling Shield and Medal for best Work in the field of Agricultural Extension. (2011)
Madras Agricultural Students’ Union, Tamil NaduAccredited Management Teacher (AMT) in Human Resource Management in recognition of proficiency in management teaching and contribution to development of management pedagogy
All India Management Association, New DelhieINDIA09 award’ for the “best ICT enabled agricultural initiative of the year” for the project, “e-Velanmai” (electronic agriculture)
Government of India and Centre for Science Development and Media Studiese-India “Public Choice award” for the project, “e-Velanmai” (electronic agriculture)
Ministry of IT and Communications, Government of India‘Best Reusable Learning Objects (RLO) Award’ – First Place for the RLO on “Assessing the Performance of Tank Irrigation systems”
University of Florida, USA‘Best RLO Award’ – Second place for the Preparation of Reusable Learning Objects ( RLO) on “ Harvesting Rainwater”
University of Florida, USA‘Residential Fellowship Award’ to work on a project at Rockefeller Study and Conference Centre, Italy
The Rockefeller Foundation, USABest Book Award’ based on the research project entitled “Low Cost and No Cost Technology in Dry land Agriculture”
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.‘Best Book in English Award’(Book Title: Farmers Participation in Irrigation Management: Sociological Approaches and Tools)
Madras Agricultural Students UnionYoung Scientist Award’
International Society for Environmental Protection Science Academy (ISEPA), Gorakhpur, Uttar PradeshKirubabai Williams Medal’ for Best Student in Ph.D. (Agricultural Extension)
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University.Scientist of Excellence Award in Niche Area of Research (Cyber Extension)
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore25 Years of Unblemished Service
Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, CoimbatoreCommunity & Membership
Career advancement scheme for the year 2020 to scrutinize the applications received from
Screening committee member“NGO in basic Rural Development Issues” in the 2nd International Extension Education Confe
ChairpersonProspects of Sugarcane Cultivation for Jiggery in Andhra Pradesh – A critical Analysis”.
External examinerAdoption process in ICT enabled technology transfer model at the National Conference on “
Chairperson“Adoption and diffusion studies in farming” in the National Conference on “ Transformation
ChairmanScreening of research papers discipline wise on 20.07.2020 by Directorate of Research
Committee memberInternational Conference on “Recent Trends in Agriculture Towards Food Security and Rural
Invited speakerInternational Conference on “ Recent Trends in Agriculture Towards Food Security and Rural
Chairperson“ A study on assessing the production, marketing and export of fruits and vegetables in In
Proctor39th Board of studies meeting held on 30.01.2020 at TNAU, Coimbatore.
Member of Board of Studies“ An Economic Analysis of Production and Marketing of Pulses in Tirunelveli district” of M
ProctorTo evaluate the assignments of candidates of PGDAEM course for first semester examinations
ExpertTo evaluate the answer sheets of candidates of PGDAEM course for first semester examinatio
ExpertThe Technical session on IT acts and policy framework: Concerns, issues and challenges in
Co - ChairmanThe International Extension Education Conference on Education, Research and Services organ
ChairpersonEvaluation of M.Sc (Ag.) in Agricultural Extension thesis submitted by Ms. Seenu Joseph of
External examinerUniversity of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore for evaluation of M.Sc. (Ag.) in Agricultur
External examinerTamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (TANUVAS) for evaluation of Ph.D in V
External expertAnnamalai University, Chidambaram for the course, “Development Communication and Informati
Question paper setterTo set question paper for the courses, Fundamentals of Rural Sociology and Educational Psy
ExpertTo set question paper for the courses, Entrepreneurship Development (1+1) and Fundamentals
ExpertNational Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE), Hyderabad for preparing
ExpertKerala Agricultural University for evaluation of M.Sc (Ag.) in Agricultural Extension thes
External examinerTo set question paper by Annamalai University, Chidambaram for the courses, “Development P
ExpertAnnamalai University, Chidambaram for evaluation of M.Sc (Ag.) in Agricultural Extension t
External examinerThe National Conference on “Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Livelihoods (SARL-2019)” hel
ChairpersonTo oversee the public defense of P. Jagadeshwaran (Master Degree) on 26.07.2019.
ProctorThe Second Doctoral Committee meeting of a Ph.D candidate Mrs. Renjini M U, at the Departm
Subject ExpertThe Second Doctoral Committee meeting of a Ph.D candidate Ms. R.Rani and Ms.V.Malarmangai
Subject ExpertJRF to SRF Review Meeting of Ph.D candidate Mrs. Renjini M U, at the Department of Home Sc
Subject ExpertThe evaluation of varieties and technologies developed by TNAU and participated in the mee
ScientistTo evaluate the Ph.D. thesis submitted by the student Jeevitha .C of Tamil Nadu Dr.J.Jayal
Member of Examining CommitteeThe International conference on ‘Changing Perspectives in Agricultural and Horticultural
Key note speakerTo evaluate the Ph.D., Thesis of the student M.Usha pf Acharya N.G.Ranga Agricultural Univ
External examinerUzhavarin Valarum Velanmai
Editorial Committee memberResearch Project Advisory Committee (RPAC)
MemberSpecial Semester Practical Exam at VIA, Pollachi
External ExaminerScreening Committee for verification of certificates of candidates applied for Career Adva
Co-ChairmanRecruitment of Facilitator in KVK Pongalur
Selection committee memberSelection committee for CAS Promotions of Scientists of KAU , Kerala
Expert MemberTamil Nadu Public Service Commission
Question Paper SetterEx-Officio Technical Support group in Thoothukudi district to assist the Bio Diversity Man
MemberInternational Water Technology Association, Egypt
International Society of Extension Education, India
International Extension Forum, India
International Society for Environmental Protection Science Academy, Uttar Pradesh, India
Society for Advancement of Human and Nature
American Biographical Institute, USA
Gender and Water Alliance, The Netherlands
Madras Agricultural Students Union, India
Indian Society of Extension Education, India
Extension Education Society, India
Society of Extension Education, India
Society of Social Scientists, India
Agricultural Economics Research Association, India
Society of Extension Education, Agra
Society of Krishi Vigyan
All India Agricultural Students Association, New Delhi
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- Head of the Department , Tamilnadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore
- Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Lawley Road
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Scholarly Work
Adaptive Rice Technology for a Changing ClimatE (Ad- RiCCE)
Funding Agency: DBT – Ministry of SNT, GoI
Co-PI
Rs. 558 lakhs
2022 - Ongoing
Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME)
Funding Agency: Centrally sponsored GoI scheme
Co- Principal Investigator
Rs. 75 lakhs
2021 - Ongoing
Preparation of Study on Groups (Part II) and State Level Up Gradation Plan (Part III) under Prime Minister’s Formalization of Micro-Food Processing Enterprises (PMFPE)
Funding Agency: Centrally sponsored GoI scheme
Co-PI
Rs. 75 lakhs
2021 - Ongoing
M-Velanmai
Funding Agency: World Bank under TN-IAMP project
Principal Investigator
Rs. 175 lakhs
2019 - Ongoing
Evaluation of Social and Economic Impacts of TNAU technologies
Funding Agency: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Core commitee member of the project team
Rs. 35 lakhs
2019 - 2021
Performance Evaluation of Farm Ponds in Dryland Areas of Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
Mentor
Rs. 27.35 lakhs
2018 - 2021
Diversified Agricultural Cafeteria with the state of the Art Technologies for third generation under NADP
Funding Agency: GOI - National Agricultural Development Project
Co- Project Leader
Rs.170.35 lakhs
2018 - 2019
Sustaining e-Velanmai (TNAU Model) in Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: World Bank under TN-IAMWARM project
Principal Investigator
Rs. 20 lakhs
2015 - 2016
Impact of TNAU community radio programmes on millet growers – Dissemination of Technologies on Millet Production and Value Addition
Funding Agency: NABARD
Co- Principal Investigator
Rs. 4.54 lakhs
2014 - 2015
Invigorating Extension through ICT tools
Funding Agency: Government of Tamil Nadu
Principal Investigator
Rs. 250 lakhs
2013 - 2018
Establishment of back office at TNAU to interface with e-Resource division of agro marketing intelligence and business promotion centre (AMI & BPC)-Phase II
Funding Agency: Government of Tamil Nadu (Agricultural Department)
Co- Principal Investigator
Rs. 47.72 lakhs
2013 - 2015
Upscaling and Sustainability of e-Velanmai in Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: World Bank &Government of Tamil Nadu
Principal Investigator
Rs. 4.12 lakhs
2012 - 2013
Upscaling of e-Velanmai in Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: World Bank & Government of Tamil Nadu
Principal Investigator
Rs. 58.90 lakhs
2011 - 2012
Impact Evaluation of Drip Irrigation in Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: International Water Management Institute (IWMI)
Consultant
Rs. 1 lakhs
2010 - 2011
Tank irrigation management: Institutional landscape and roles with panchayat in Tamil Nadu.
Funding Agency: FORD Foundation, USA.
Principal Investigator
Rs. 2.51 lakhs
2009 - 2011
‘e-Velanmai’
Funding Agency: World Bank & Government of Tamil Nadu
Principal Investigator
Rs.16.50 lakhs
2009 - 2011
Innovations in the conservation and sustainable management of water resource: The role of water rights, gender and institutional environment in South India.(
Funding Agency: International Foundation for Science (IFS), Sweden.
Principal Investigator
Rs. 4.75 lakhs
2007 - 2011
Institutional Options for Improving Water Management in India-Potential Role of River Basin Management’ USA
Funding Agency: International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), USA
Consultant
Rs. 1.50 lakhs
2007 - 2007
Information and Communication Technologies for Efficient Water Management: US-India Collaborative Extension/Outreach and Distance Education’
Funding Agency: ICAR-AKI, New Delhi and University of Florida, USA.
Principal Investigator
Rs. 11.80 lakhs
2006 - 2008
Impact study on ‘Quantity and Quality Project in Cotton’
Funding Agency: Super Spinning Mills and Syngenta India Ltd., Tamil Nadu
Consultant
Rs. 1.25 lakhs
2006 - 2006
Documentation of Low Cost and No Cost Indigenous Practices for Sustaining Water and Crop Productivity in Tamil Nadu’
Funding Agency: Part II plan, Government of Tamil Nadu.
Principal Investigator
Rs.4.50 lakhs
2004 - 2006
Impact evaluation of Irrigated Agriculture Intensification Project (IAIP) in Tamil Nadu’
Funding Agency: World Bank-TNWRCP
Consultant
Rs.15 lakhs
2003 - 2003
Action Research on Designing Effective Communication Strategy in the Existing System of Broad Based Agricultural Extension’
Funding Agency: NATP – ICAR (CGP mode)
Co- Principal Investigator
Rs.19.60 lakhs
2001 - 2003
A Reconnaissance Study on the Status and Role of Farm Women Labourers and Youth in Sugarcane Farming System in Farm Modernization and Scope for their Development’ sponsored by NATP-ICAR (PSR mode
Funding Agency: NATP-ICAR (PSR mode)
Principal Investigator
Rs. 11.98 lakhs
2001 - 2003
Impact study on Agricultural Human Resources Development Project Implemented in TNAU
Funding Agency: AHRDP-TNAU
Project Scientist
Rs. 0.50 lakhs
2001 - 2001
An empirical study of sociological aspect and benefit sharing in Tamil Nadu- Afforestation project villages
Funding Agency: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Project leader
Rs. 0.10 lakhs
2000 - 2002
Content analysis of Agricultural Extension Research projects completed by the Scientists of TNAU
Funding Agency: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Project leader
Rs. 0.10 lakhs
2000 - 2002
Critical analysis on the participation of Farmers and consumers in the Ulavarsandai of Coimbatore
Funding Agency: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Project leader
Rs. 0.10 lakhs
2000 - 2001
A Study on the Effectiveness of the Tank Irrigation Institutions of Tamil Nadu
Funding Agency: Tamil Nadu Agricultural University
Project leader
Rs. 0.10 lakhs
1997 - 2000
An action research on evaluating the relative effectiveness of selected smartphone enabled modes for dissemination of weather based agro advisories to farmers
A Socio Economic Impact of Thane Storm on Cashew Growers in Cuddalore District of Tamil Nadu
Impact of Dying Industrial Effluents on Agriculture and Coping Behaviour of Farmers in Noyyal River Basin of Tamil Nadu
Improving the Outcomes of Tank Irrigated Agriculture under the Changing Climate
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