About Department
History:
- First attempt on plant protection was started in 1906 with research work on cotton pink bollworm. In 1921, with creation of Section of Entomologist to Government of Uttar Pradesh in Kanpur, led the genesis for the establishment of Entomology Department
- During initial years, the section was mainly responsible for research and teaching activities in the Department of Agricultural Zoology/Entomology and Mr. P.B. Richard was the first Entomologist (1921- Feb 1940) in Government Agricultural College, Kanpur
- Postgraduate classes in Agricultural Zoology and Entomology was started in 1944 under the then Professor and Head Dr. U.S. Sharga (Retired in 1961), Department of Zoology and Entomology.
- Since 1944,on an average, 15 students are being admitted every year in M.Sc. (Ag.) Programme.
- In 1996, a post of Senior Research Professor in Entomology was created.
- In July 1975, it was renamed as Department of Entomology.
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Dr. Mukesh Srivastava
Professor & Head
College of Agriculture
sri.mukesh0801@gmail.com
+91-9839818899;
Mission
- To produce technically sound skilled resource persons in the field of Entomology and plant protection.
- Development of integrated pest management modules for the different crops.
- Generate technologies to protect the crops for improving the farm production and income to farmers.
- Provide the solutions for the management of insect & non insect pest in agriculture production
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Salient Achievement of 2020-21
- Fortnightly application of 5% NSKE was found superior against the infestation of fruit borer on tomato and bhindi with highest production.
- Major insects pests complex along with their natural enemies on Moong bean in relation to changing climatic conditions of UP.
- Host plant resistance in brinjal against root knot nematode.
- Sizeable increase in yield of sunflower up to 25% due to bee pollination.
- Management strategy of rats in fields and godowns.
- A number of 22 species of butterfly comprising 4 families were recorded in University campus.
- Three Practical Manual Have Been Developed According To 5th Dean Committee.
Extension Activities
- Participation in All India Farmer’s Fair organized by University &other agencies. Beside they are imparting training for farmer scientists, extension workers and other stake holders through Goshthies and meetings.
- Faculty members of the Department also engaged in Krishak Help Line services
- The scientists of Deptt. have been delivering talks on Radio, T.V. and other electronic media and print media.
- Training to IAS/PCS probationers given by our staff.
The technical crop protection insides have been deliberated to the farmers of Chandra Shekhar Krishak Samiti by the scientist of Department
Scientists are deputed for delivering technical lecture called by Dy. Director Plant Protection, Joint Director at Mandal and district level.
Kisan Mela and Goshthi organised by State Agriculture Department, invite the Scientists of the Department for giving technical know-how of Entomology to farmers and Department of Agriculture staff.
Other Activities
- Our staff was deputed in convocation and conducting semester examination.
- Faculty members are also engaged in participating in Pest Surveillance Advisory Committee, Directorate of Agriculture, Ministry of Agriculture Govt. of U.P.
- As per Order No. 1622/12.2.12-61/2012 dated 8.6.12 by Additional Director Agriculture (Plant Protection) Lucknow, our scientists are participating as technical advisors to purchase the Agricultural inputs for the supply to the State.
- Our scientists represent the technical meetings for discussion in Kharif, Rabi & Zaid Technical Bulletin/ Books review meetings, called by Director Agriculture, Lucknow U.P, from time to time.
Different research programme have been conducted by the faculty of this department in which in the experiment of tomato NSKE 5% found superior to obtained yield of 194.45q/h against major insect pest.
- In rice field using treatment with carbofuran 3G @ 0.3g a.i./m2 and soil application @1kg a.i./ha in main field was found most effective to reduce the infestation of nematode.
- To overcome from nematode infestation sowing of Okra, mustard/wheat, casterbeen crop rotation was found effective in reducing the population of nematode.
Purpereocillium lilacinum@ 20g/m2 + neem cake@100g m2 applied as soil application was found most effective in reducing soil and root population of nematode in cowpea.
- In the experiment of okra combined application of bioagent (seed treatment with Purpereocillium lilacinum @ 2.5ml/kg +P.chlamydosporium @ 2.5ml/kg along with soil application of FYM @ 2 ton/ha) was most effective in reducing soil and root population of M. incognita.nematode
- This department organized two field day/ nematode awareness day in District Jalaun.
- Conducted and successfully organized a project funded by NIPHM, Hyderabad on Impact of Indiscriminate use of Chemical Fertilizer and Pesticides
- Two scientists were awarded two prestigious awards.
Three practical manual have been developed according to 5th Dean Committee.
Extension Activities
- Participation in All India Farmer’s Fair organized by University &other agencies. Beside they are imparting training for farmer scientists, extension workers and other stake holders through Goshthies and meetings.
- Faculty members of the Department also engaged in Krishak Help Line services
- The scientists of Deptt. have been delivering talks on Radio, T.V. and other electronic media and print media.
- Training to IAS/PCS probationers given by our staff.
The technical crop protection insides have been deliberated to the farmers of Chandra Shekhar Krishak Samiti by the scientist of Department
Scientists are deputed for delivering technical lecture called by Dy. Director Plant Protection, Joint Director at Mandal and district level.
Kisan Mela and Goshthi organised by State Agriculture Department, invite the Scientists of the Department for giving technical know-how of Entomology to farmers and Department of Agriculture staff.
Other Activities
- Our staff was deputed in convocation and conducting semester examination.
- Faculty members are also engaged in participating in Pest Surveillance Advisory Committee, Directorate of Agriculture, Ministry of Agriculture Govt. of U.P.
- As per Order No. 1622/12.2.12-61/2012 dated 8.6.12 by Additional Director Agriculture (Plant Protection) Lucknow, our scientists are participating as technical advisors to purchase the Agricultural inputs for the supply to the State.
- Our scientists represent the technical meetings for discussion in Kharif, Rabi & Zaid Technical Bulletin/ Books review meetings, called by Director Agriculture, Lucknow U.P, from time to time.
Facilities Available
Butterfly Park
- A butterfly park is a dedicated space designed to conserve and showcase various butterfly species in a natural habitat. These parks typically feature lush gardens filled with nectar-rich flowers, host plants for caterpillars, and controlled environments to support butterfly breeding. Facilities include walk-through enclosures, where visitors can observe butterflies up close, educational centers with information on butterfly life cycles, and research labs for entomological studies. It serves as vital hub for education, recreation, and conservation efforts.
Rodents Management units
- These units are equipped with advanced monitoring systems, rodent-proofing materials, and eco-friendly pest control solutions. It offers services such as rodent identification, population assessment, and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, which include traps, bait stations, and biological control methods. It provides public awareness programs and training workshops on rodent prevention and sanitation practices.
Departmental Library:
- A departmental library is a specialized facility that provides subject-specific resources to students, faculty, and researchers. It is equipped with a vast collection of textbooks, reference materials, research papers, and digital databases relevant to a particular discipline. Facilities also include reading rooms, computer workstations, photocopying and printing services, and online access to e-books and journals.
Committee hall:
- A Committee Hall is a well-equipped space designed for meetings, conferences, and official discussions. It includes facilities such as comfortable seating, audio-visual systems, projectors, microphones, and internet connectivity. Some halls also have soundproofing, air conditioning, and video conferencing setups, ensuring a professional environment for decision-making and collaborative discussions.
Storage Insect Laboratory:
- A Storage Insect Laboratory is a specialized facility dedicated to studying and controlling insects that infest stored products, such as grains, seeds, and packaged foods. It is equipped with climate-controlled chambers for insect breeding, microscopes for species identification, and advanced monitoring systems to track pest behavior. Facilities also include chemical and biological testing units, fumigation research areas, and integrated pest management (IPM) development sections.
Undergraduate Laboratory:
- U.G.Lab is a dedicated facility designed for practical learning and hands-on experimentation in various scientific disciplines. These are equipped with essential instruments, laboratory benches, microscopes, chemical reagents, and computing resources to support undergraduate students in their coursework.
Postgraduate Laboratories
- Advanced research facilities designed to support postgraduate and doctoral students in specialized research. These labs are equipped with state-of-the-art instruments, high-precision analytical tools, and computational resources for in-depth research. Facilities also includededicated workstations, climate-controlled chambers, advanced microscopy units, and biochemical analyzers.
Smart Class Room:
- Smart Classroom is a technologically enhanced learning space designed to improve teaching and student engagement through digital tools. It is equipped with interactive whiteboard, high-resolution projectors, audio-visual systems, and internet-enabled computers for dynamic presentations. Facilities also include smart podiums, digital attendance systems, video conferencing setups, and cloud-based learning platforms for seamless access to educational content. It revolutionizes education by making lessons more interactive, engaging, and accessible for students.
Nematodes Sick Micro-plot:
- A Nematode Sick Plot is a specialized research facility used for studying plant-parasitic nematodes and their impact on crops. These plots are artificially infested with specific nematode species to analyze their life cycle, population dynamics, and interaction with host plants under natural field conditions. Facilities include controlled irrigation systems, soil sampling stations, and monitoring tools to track nematode activity.
Insectary:
- An insectary is a specialized facility designed for the breeding, rearing, and study of insects under controlled conditions. It is equipped with climate-controlled rooms, incubators, and breeding chambers to maintain optimal temperature, humidity, and light for insect development. It includes insect cages, feeding stations, and observation tools to monitor insect behavior, growth, and reproduction.
Apiculture Unit:
An Apiculture Unit is a specialized facility to study and management of honeybee colonies for honey production, pollination, and research. It is equipped with beekeeping tools such as hives, frames, smokers, protective gear, and honey extractors also offers training programs, workshops, and demonstrations on beekeeping practices.
Sericulture Unit:
- A Sericulture Unit is a specialized facility dedicated to the cultivation of silkworms for the production of silk. It is equipped with controlled environments to optimize temperature, humidity, and light for silkworm rearing. It includes plantations for feeding the silkworms, rearing trays, and cocoon harvesting equipment. It also features incubation rooms, spinning machines, and laboratories for quality control and research on silkworm breeding, disease management, and silk processing.
IPM Lab:
- An Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Lab is a specialized facility focused on researching and implementing sustainable pest control methods. The lab is equipped with tools for pest identification, monitoring systems, and advanced equipment for analyzing pest populations, behaviour, and resistance patterns. The IPM lab also houses research on the environmental impact of pesticides and alternative pest control solutions, promoting eco-friendly practices.
Bio-control Lab:
Bio-control Lab is a facility focused on studying and developing natural pest control methods using organisms like predators, parasites, and pathogens. It is equipped with culture rooms for breeding bio-control agents, microscopes for species identification, and controlled environments for testing their effectiveness in managing pest populations sustainably.
- Predators and Parasitoids facility is designed for breeding and studying beneficial insects used in biological pest control. It includes controlled rearing chambers, climate-regulated incubators, and observation units for monitoring insect behaviour. These facilities support sustainable agriculture by mass-producing natural enemies of pests for eco-friendly pest management.
- Bio-pesticides facility is dedicated to developing and producing eco-friendly pest control solutions derived from natural sources like bacteria, fungi, and plant extracts. It includes fermentation units, microbial culture labs, formulation area, and quality testing sections.
KisanMela:
- KisanMela at a university is an agricultural fair organized to educate and support farmers by showcasing modern farming techniques, innovative technologies, and improved crop varieties. The stall showcasing plant-protection orientated activates included promotion of sustainable insect control through integrated pest management (IPM) and eco-friendly solutions for better crop protection.
Undergraduate Courses: (As per VI Deans Committee)
B.Sc. Ag (Hons) |
Introductory Biology (Remedial Course) |
ENT111 |
1 (1+0) I Semester |
Fundamental of Entomology |
ENT121 |
3 (2+1) II Semester |
Bio-pesticides |
SEC122 |
2 (0+2) II Semester |
Beneficial Insect Farming |
SEC211 |
2 (0+2) III Semester |
Pests of Crops and Stored and their Management |
ENT 311 |
3 (2+1) V Semester |
B.Sc. Horticulture (Hons) |
Introductory Biology (Remedial Course) |
ENT111 |
1 (1+0) I Semester |
Pests Management of Horticulture crops |
PPH221 |
3 (2+1) IV Semester |
Forestry |
Forest Pest and Disease |
NRM311 |
3 (2+1) V Semester |
Undergraduate Courses: (As per V Deans Committee)
B.Sc. Ag (Hons) |
Introductory Biology (Remedial Course) |
ENT111 |
1 (1+0) I Sem |
Fundamental of Entomology |
ENT121 |
3 (2+1) II Sem |
Pests of Crops and Stored and their Management |
ENT 311 |
3 (2+1) V Sem |
Management of Beneficial Insect |
ENT 321 |
2 (1+1) VI Sem |
Commercial Bee keeping |
ELP 421 |
10 (0+10) VIII Sem |
B.Sc. Horticulture (Hons) |
Fundamental of Entomology |
PPH212 |
3 (2+1) III Sem |
Nematodes Pest of Horticulture Crops and their Management |
PPH213 |
2(1+1) III Sem |
Insect Pests of Fruits, Plantation Medicinal & Aromatic Crops |
PPH221 |
3 (2+1) IV Sem |
Apiculture, Sericulture and Lac Culture |
PPH321 |
2(1+1) V Sem |
Insect Pests of Vegetable ornamental and Spice crops |
PPH321 |
3 (2+1) VI Sem |
Postgraduate Courses: (As per BSMA)
Major Courses (20 credit) |
Insect morphology |
ENT 501 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Insect anatomy and physiology |
ENT 502 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Insect taxonomy |
ENT 503 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Insect ecology |
ENT 504 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Biological control of insect pests and weeds |
ENT 505 |
3 (2+1) II Semester |
Toxicology of insecticides |
ENT 506 |
3 (2+1) II Semester |
Concepts of integrated pest management |
ENT 508 |
2 (2+0) III Semester |
Sub Total |
20(13+7) |
Minor Courses (8 credit) |
Plant Nematology |
PPA 504 |
3(2+1) II Semester |
Disease of field and Medicinal Crops |
PPA 515 |
3(2+1) III Semester |
Biological control of plant disease |
PPA 513 |
2(1+1) IV Semester |
Sub Total |
8(5+3) |
Supporting Courses (6 Credit) (*Mandatory, **Mandatory, **Choose only 3 credit) |
Experimental Designs |
AES 511* |
3(2+1) II Semester |
Host Plant Resistance |
ENT507** |
2(1+1) I Semester |
Post-Harvest Entomology |
ENT511** |
2(1+1) III Semester |
Techniques in Plant Protection |
ENT515** |
1(0+1) III Semester |
Plant quarantine, Biosafety and Biosecurity |
ENT520** |
2(2+0) II Semester |
Sub Total |
06 |
Seminar |
ENT591 |
1(0+1) IV Semester |
Research |
ENT599 |
30(0+30) IV Semester |
Sub Total |
70 |
Ph.D. COURSES: (as per BSMA)
Major Courses |
Insect physiology and nutrition |
ENT602 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Insect ecology and diversity |
ENT603 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Bio-inputs for pest management |
ENT605 |
3 (2+1) II Semester |
Insect toxicology and residues |
ENT606 |
3 (2+1) II Semester |
Sub Total |
12(8+4) |
Minor Course (6 credit) |
Insect phylogeny and systematics |
ENT 601 |
3(1+2) I Semester |
Molecular basis of host pathogen interaction |
PPA604 |
3(2+1) II Semester |
Sub Total |
06(3+3) |
Supporting Courses |
Advanced statistics methods |
AES 604 |
3 (2+1) I Semester |
Advanced design of experiments |
AES 612 |
3(2+1) II Semester |
Integrated Pest Management |
ENT610 |
2(2+0) III Semester |
Sub Total |
05 |
Seminar I |
ENT691 |
1(0+1) III Semester |
Seminar II |
ENT692 |
1(0+1) IV Semester |
Research |
ENT699 |
75(0+75) |
Grand Total |
100 |
Dr. Mukesh Srivastava
Professor & Head
College of Agriculture
sri.mukesh0801@gmail.com
+91-9839818899;
Dr. Ranjitha M.R.
ranjithamr9@gmail.com
+91-9113891946
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+91-7860068306
Dr. Akshay Kumar
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