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General Informations

  • Join Date: 10/01/1990
  • College: College of Agriculture
  • Department: Horticulture
  • Office Email: anantasaikia[at]aau.ac.in
  • Other Charges: Programme in Charge (Food Science & Technology Programme), Professor in Charge (AKMIT Cell)

Education Details

 
 
 
 
 
1987
B.Sc (Agri)

College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University

 
 
 
 
 
1989
M.Sc (Agri)

College of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University

 
 
 
 
 
1999
Ph.D

Assam Agricultural University

 
 
 
 
 
2004
Other Qualifications

Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Rehovot, Israel

Employment History

 
 
 
 
 
10-01-1990 - 15-06-1992
Assistant Professor

Department of Horticulture, Biswanath College of Agriculture, AAU

 
 
 
 
 
16-06-1992 - 16-03-1999
Assistant Professor

Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, AAU

 
 
 
 
 
17-03-1999 - 30-06-2008
Associate Professor

Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, AAU

 
 
 
 
 
01-07-2008 - 24-07-2009
Professor

Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, AAU

 
 
 
 
 
25-07-2009 - 04-05-2010
Senior Extension Specialist

Directorate of Extension Education, AAU

 
 
 
 
 
05-05-2010 - Till date
Professor

Department of Horticulture, College of Agriculture, AAU

Publications

Priyanka Bhattacharyya; Mamoni Das; Ananta Saikia; Kshirod Kumar Dash (2024) . Physicochemical and functional properties of dietary fibres extracted from the pseudostem of Musa balbisiana Colla, Annals of Phytomedicine, 13(1), 931-940 , DOI : 10.54085/ap.2024.13.1.100
Bhabesh Deka; Jahnabi Hazarika; Pritom Kumar Borthakur; Utpal Kotoky; Ananta Saikia; Prakash Kalita; Bhabesh Gogoi; Soumitra Goswami; Bikash Hazarika; Karobi H (2024) . Influence of crop geometry, fruit thinning and nutrient management on yield and yield -related attributes of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus Thumb.), International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 14(1), 443-452 , DOI : doi: 10.9734/IJECC/2024/v14i13854
Bhabesh Deka; Karobi Handique; Pritom Kumar Borthakur; Utpal Kotoky; Ananta Saikia; Prakash Kalita; Bhabesh Gogoi; Soumitra Goswami; Bikash Hazarika; Jahnabi H (2024) . Effect of crop geometry, fruit thinning and nutrient management on growth parameters of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus Thumb.), International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 0(1), 101-106 , DOI : doi: 10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i1Sb.294
Bhaskarjyoti Sarma; U. Kotoky; A. Saikia; R. Sarma; S. Saha; M. Choudhury; J. Moshahary (2024) . Effect of pruning and micronutrient sprays on physico chemical properties of ber, Archives of Current Research International, 24(8), 99-0 , DOI : 10.9734/acri/2024/v24i8853
Karishma Paswan; Ananta Saikia; Bikash Hazarika; Kaushik Das (2024) . Influence of pre harvest application of NAA, Ca, and B on fruit drop, and yield of Thailand ber (Ziziphus mauritiana), Journal of Scientific Research and Reports, 30(8), 678-0 , DOI : 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i82289
V. Kumari; A. Saikia; S. Gogoi; U. Kotoky; K. Das; S. Baishya; P. Boruah (2024) . Soilless culture of tomato in naturally ventilated polyhouse under Assam conditions, India, Ecology, Environment and Conservation, 30(0), 0-0 , DOI : 10.53550/EEC.2024.v30i04s.016
Udangshree Borah; Rimki Boruah; Sahijul Islam; Abhijit Borah; Ananta Saikia; Robin Boro; Hemanta Saikia; Srikanth Mutnuri; Anasuya Ganguly; Rinku Baishya; Laksh (2022) . Whey fortified ready-to-reconstitute elephant apple (Dillenia indica) juice powder: methodical optimization, micro-structural and in vitro digestion analyses, Journal of Food Technology Research, 9(1), 18-45 , DOI : 10.18488/jftr.v9i1.2927
Naseema Rahman; Ranjan Das; Priyanka Das; Deepa Borbora Phookan; B D Narzary; Binod Kalita; Ananta Saikia; Sheriful Alam; Bhabesh Gogoi; Rudra Narayan Borkakat (2022) . Performance of garlic (Allium sativum L.) germplasm/ varieties as affected by the planting time in North Eastern India, The Pharma Innovation Journal, 11(11), 2375-2381
Indrani Chetia; Sunayana Rathi; Manashi Das Purkayastha; Ananta Saikia; Samindra Baishya (2022) . Bamboo shoot processing-effects on nutritional and anti-nutritional quality from Assam, India, International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 12(12), 460-471 , DOI : 10.9734/IJECC/2022/v12i121483
Naseema Rahman; Ranjan Das; B D Narzary; Deepa B Phookan; Ananta Saikia; Sheriful Alam (2021) . Study of physiological responses of Allium sativum to elevated CO2 and temperature, Journal of Environmental Biology, 42(1), 1289-1297 , DOI : 10.22438/jeb/42/5/MRN-1687
Syeda Nishat Firdusi; Ruma Bhattacharyya; Mridula Barooah Saikia; Pranati Das; Ananta Saikia (2021) . Value addition traits of novel minor fruits of Assam-Nagatenga (Rhus semialata) and Leteku (Baccaurea sapida), Agricultural Research Journal, 58(2), 267-274 , DOI : 10.5958/2395-146X.2021.00039.9
Ehsan Ali Yasin; Ananta Saikia (2019) . Efficacy of yeast strains on fruit wine fermentation, SSRG International Journal of Agriculture & Environmental Science, 6(4), 180-187 , DOI : 10.14445/23942568/IJAES-V6I4P124
Papori Bora; Pranati; Das; Ruma Bhattacharyya; Ananta Saikia (2018) . Effect of processing on the phytochemical content and antioxidant capacity of proso millet (Panicum miliaceum L.) milled fractions, International Journal of Chemical Studies, 6(4), 18-22
M. Mansuri; D. K. Sarmah; A. Saikia (2017) . Antioxidant properties of some common oyster mushrooms grown in North East India, Indian Phytopathology, 70(10), 98-103 , DOI : 10.24838/ip.2017.v70.i1.48998
S Dutta; M Neog; A. Saikia (2017) . Shelf-life enhancement of cowa (Garcinia cowa Roxb), International Journal of Processing and Post Harvest Technology, 8(1), 50-55 , DOI : 10.15740/HAS/IJPPHT/8.1/50-55
Okram Abemsana Devi; Mamoni Das; Ananta Saikia; Pranati Das; Okram Bijaya Devi (2017) . Ethno-medicinal plants of Manipur used for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, International Journal of Current Research, 9(10), 59608-59615
Okram Abemsana Devi; Mamoni Das; Ananta Saikia; Pranati Das (2016) . Ascorbic acid and tocopherol content of ten medicinal plant extracts of Manipur having anti-inflammatory properties, International Journal of Home Science, 2(1), 308-312
Okram Abemsana Devi; Mamoni Das; Ananta Saikia; Pranati Das (2016) . Phytochemical content, antioxidant activity and reducing power of five ethnic medicinal plants of Manipur, Asian Journal of Home Science, 11(1), 127-135
Okram Abemsana Devi; Mamoni Das; Ananta Saikia; Pranati Das; Daisy Sharma (2016) . Evaluation of total mineral, calcium, selenium, iron content of ten medicinal plants extracts of Manipur having anti-inflammatory properties, Journal of Medicinal Plants Studies, 4(3), 189-194
S. Pun; M. Neog; B. C. Deka; A. Saikia (2016) . Effect of post harvest treatments on quality and shelf-life of dehydrated ginger (Zingiber officinale Rosc.), International Journal of Processing and Post Harvest Technology, 7(2), 165-170
Sangita Das; Ranjan Da; . Hemendra Choudhury; Ananta Saikia (2016) . Interactive effect of elevated carbondioxide and high temperature on quality of hot chilli (Capsicum chinense Jacq.), International Journal of Tropical Agriculture, 34(7), 1977-1981
Sundar Barman; Manjit Sonowal; Ananta Saikia (2015) . Adoption of Bhut jolokia (Capsicum chinense) cultivation practices by farmers of the Upper Brahmaputra Valley Zone of Assam, Indian Research Journal of Extension Education, 15(1), 20-24
Namita Bhuyan; P. C. Barua; Prakash Kalita; Ananta Saikia (2015) . Physico-chemical variation in peel oils of Khasi mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco) during ripening, Indian Journal of Plant Physiology, 20(3), 227-231 , DOI : 10.1007/s40502-015-0164-5
S. Alam; L. Dkhar; P. Bora; P. Kalita; A. Saikia (2014) . Low cost storage of taro (Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum) cormels, Journal of Root Crops, 40(2), 64-67
T. I. Mbata; L. U. Debiao; A. Saikia (2008) . Antibacterial activity of the crude extract of chinese green tea (Camellia sinensis) on Listeria monocytogenes, African Journal of Biotechnology , 7(10), 1571-1573
Soumitra Goswami; Abhijit Borah; Samindra Baishya; Ananta Saikia; Bidyut C. Deka (2008) . Low cost storage structures for shelf life extension of horticultural produces, Journal of Food Science and Technology, 45(0), 70-74
R. Borgohain; D. Mazumdar; M. Neog; A. Saikia (2008) . Bhut jolokia - A Commercially Potent Chili from Northeast India, Asian Agri-History, 12(3), 225-229
Bidyut C. Deka; J. Saikia; Ananta Saikia; R. K. Pal (2007) . Physico-chemical changes of pineapple at different stages of maturity, Indian Journal of Horticulture, 64(0), 464-466
Theodore I. Mbata; Ananta Saikia (2006) . Antibacterial activity of essential oil from Ocimum gratissimum on Listeria monocytogenes, Internet Journal of Food Safety, 0(7), 15-17
M. R. Chowdhury; M. C. Talukdar; A. Saikia (2005) . Effect of integrated nutrient management on growth and productivity of brinjal, Research on Crops, 6(3), 551-554
Bidyut C. Deka; Vijaya Sethy; Ananta Saikia (2005) . Changes in quality of mango-pineapple spiced beverage during storage, Indian Journal of Horticulture , 62(0), 71-75
Bidyut C. Deka; Vijaya Sethy; Ananta Saikia (2005) . Changes in quality of mango-pineapple spiced beverage during storage, Indian Journal of Horticulture , 62(0), 71-75
M. R. Chowdhury; M. C. Talukdar; A. Saikia (2005) . Changes in organic carbon, available N, P2O5 and K2O under integrated use of organic manure, bifertilizer and inorganic fertilizer on sustaining productivity of tomato and fertility of soil, Research on Crops, 6(3), 547-550
Bidyut C. Deka; S. Sharma; Pulin Patgiri; Ananta Saikia; Chandan Hazarika (2004) . Post-harvest practices and loss assessment of some commercial horticultural crops of Assam, Indian Food Packer, 0(0), 85-87
Sarat Saikia; Ananta Saikia; Abu Shadeque; Sailen Gogoi (1997) . Integrated weed management in onion (Allium cepa L.), Annals of Biology, 14(0), 139-143
Sarat Saikia; Ananta Saikia; Abu Shadeque; Sailen Gogoi (1997) . Field performance of okra as influenced by low density plastic mulches, Annals of Biology, 13(0), 253-257
Ananta Saikia; Abu Shadeque (1994) . Ceylon-spinach, a leaf vegetable growing wild in Assam, Indian Horticulture, 0(0), 10-11
Ananta Saikia; Abu Shadeque (1993) . Nutritional evaluation of underexploited leafy vegetables of Assam, India Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 63(0), 409-411
A. Khound; P.C. Barua; B. Saud; A. Saikia; S. Kumar (0) . Piperine content variation in different Piper longum germplasms of North East India determined through RP-HPLC method, Journal of Applied and Natural Science, 9(2), 960-965
Subhankar Saha; Madhumita Choudhury Talukdar; Ananta Saikia; Prakash Kalita (0) . Standardisation of growing media and its depth for rooftop gardening of chrysanthemum (Dendranthema grandiflora Tzvelev) cv. Prof. Harris, Research on Crops, 19(2), 259-263 , DOI : 10.5958/2348-7542.2018.00038.4
Porinita Devi; Sweety Kalita; Mridula Saikia Barooah; Ananta Saikia; Abhijit Borah; Tobiul Hussain Ahmed; Manashi Das Purkayastha (0) . Instant rice-based composite pasta requiring no cooking, Food Science and Technology International, 24(1), 15-34 , DOI : 10.1177/1082013220973807
Shadeque, A.; Saikia, A. and Saikia, S.(1995). Krishi Vigyan Parichoy, Vol. 4 Sak Pachali. Assam Higher Secondary Education Council, Guwahati-781021
Barua, M. and Saikia, A.(2024). Ethnic alcoholic beverages of the Northeast India. in : Traditional Foods: the Reinvented Superfoods, Roy, S. and Nisha, P. Chakraborty, R.; (Eds), Springer Nature Switzerland AG,Cham, Switzerland, pp 345-368, ISBN:978-3-031-72757-3.
Saikia, A.; Goswami, S.; Gohain, S. and Bora, A.(2021). Plant-based natural colourants for food, textile and health. in : Agri Start-Ups and Agribusiness - Innovation for Fostering the Future of Agriculture, Mailappa, A.S.; Hazarika, B.N.; (Eds), Brillion Publishing,New Delhi, pp 37-50, ISBN:978-93-92725-00-5.
Saikia, A. and Dutta, F.(2020). Probiotic foods. in : Food Bioactives: Functionality and Applications in Human Health, Deka, S.C. and Seth, D. Hulle, N.R.S.; (Eds), Apple Academic Press,Florida, pp 87-108, ISBN:978-1-77188-799-1.
Sinha, M.; Saikia, A. and Gogoi, M.(2024). Gut-microbiota-brain Axis: A bi-directional interaction. in : Optimizing Brain Health and Performance through Essential Nutrients and Life Style Changes, Yadav, R.; Kumar, S. and Dubey, A.D. (Eds), SAAR Publications,Agra, pp 10-16, ISBN:978-81-973556-9-1.
Lahkar, A.; Borah, A.; Baishya, S.; Saikia, A.; Bordoloi, P.L. and Purkayastha, M.D.(2023). Gluten-free food products and ways to meet the challenges in designing them. in : The Agripreneurs Path: Navigating Success in Business World, Boruah, R.; Dutta, J.K.; Kalita, H.K.; Deka, C.R.; Barman, S. (Eds), Elite Publishing House,New Delhi, pp 258-275, ISBN:978-93-58998-64-1.
Saikia, A. and Deka, B.C.(2015). Value addition in horticulture industry in Assam. in : Agriculture in Assam, Bhattacharyya, A. and Sarma, D.K. Mishra, P.; (Eds), Assam Agricultural University,Jorhat 785013, pp 240-249, ISBN:1.
Saikia, A. and Sharma, S.(2015). Ginger. in : Managing Postharvest Quality and Losses in Horticultural Crops, Vol. 3, Vegetables, Flowers & Plantation Crops, Chadha, K.L. and Pal, R.K. (Eds), Daya Publishing House, Astral International Pvt. Ltd.,New Delhi, pp 655-676, ISBN:978-93-5124-357-1.
Gogoi, P.(2023). Pectin-based microencapsulation of probiotics for improving survival in human gastro-intestinal tract.M.Sc in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Department of Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat 785013
Goswami, S.(2023). Nutritional profiling of some underutilized fruits and vegetables of Assam.PhD in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat 785013
KUmari, V.(2022). Soilless culture of tomato in naturally ventilated polyhouse under Assam condition.M.Sc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat 785013
Malakar, M.(2021). Development of Kombucha from locally available fruits of Assam.M.Sc in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Department of Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Dutta, P.(2021). Development of Vinegar from Rice varieties of Assam with Herbal Incorporation.M.Sc in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Dutta, F.(2020). Technological Improvement of the Traditional Manufacturing Process for Development of Fruit Flavoured Rice Beer.Ph.D in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Deka, P.(2018). Yoghurt Development from Non-Dairy Plant Sources.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Kalita, S.(2018). Standardization of Starter Culture for Rice Beer (Xaaj) Fermentation.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Dutta, F.(2016). Formulation and Quality Assessment of Probiotic Beverages.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Pathak, S.(2016). Development of Wines and Vinegars from Selected Fruit Crops.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Rajkumari, L.(2016). Microbiological and Physico-Biochemical Attributes of Khorisa, a Fermented Bamboo Shoot Product.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
G., S.C.(2016). Development of Functional Pineapple Beverage Fortified with Dietary Fibre.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Borah, I.(2015). Development of Probiotic Fruit Beverages.M.Sc (Agri) in Food Technology thesis submitted to Food Science & Technology Programme, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Boro, A.(2013). Petal senescence of gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii Bolus) as influenced by plant growth regulators.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Bhagawati, M.(2009). Quality assessment and value addition to some important chillies.M.Sc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Hazarika, P.J.(2007). Ready to serve pineapple slices through minimal processing.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Kalita, N.(2007). Technological assessment of the development process of wines from locally available Horticultural crops of Assam.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Baruah, S.(2006). Ready-to-serve beverages from some locally available fruits of Assam.M.Sc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Baruah, N.D.(2006). Solubility and stability of some anthocyanin-based natural food colorants.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Borah, G.(2003). Evaluation of different types of bih jalakia for pungency and colour.MSc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Gohain, S.(2003). Characterization of pigment profiles in some promising plant sources of natural food colorants.M.Sc (Agri) in Horticulture thesis submitted to Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Kotoky, U.; Saikia, A.; Gogoi, I.; Baruah, S. and Bhuyan, P.(2014). Qualitative traits of jackfruit genotypes of Assam International symposium on “Jackfruits and breadfruits of the tropics" Bangalore ,University of Agricultural Sciences and Department of Biotechnology, New Delhi,Bangalore, 0 - 0.
Saikia, A.(2014). Physiological behaviour of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables – An overview National seminar on “Emerging challenges and prospective strategies for hill agriculture in 2050” Jharnapani, Medziphema, Nagaland ,Indian Association of Hill Farming, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region,Jharnapani, Medziphema, Nagaland, 0 - 0.
Saikia, A. and Gohain, S.(2003). Stability of some natural food colorants in model food system 5th International Food Convention (IFCON 2003) Mysore ,CFTRI,Mysore, 0 - 0.
Saikia, A.; Chakrabarty, B.K.; Gohain, S. and Kalita, S.(2003). Melstoma (Melastoma malabathricum Linn.) fruits as potential food colorant 5th International Food Convention (IFCON 2003) Mysore ,Mysore,Mysore, 0 - 0.
Achievements
  • I specialize in Post Harvest Horticulture and Food Technology, focusing on improving the postharvest lifespan of fruits and vegetables, utilizing beneficial microbes for food production, exploring natural food colorants, and studying probiotics. I have overseen the research projects of 39 Master's and 4 Ph.D. students. Since 2004, I have actively participated in implementing the Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States, a Government of India initiative, across various AAU stations. As the Programme Coordinator from 2010 to 2014, I played a key role in leading and successfully achieving the project's objectives. Additionally, I secured a research project through the Competitive Grants Programme of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, where I extensively evaluated indigenous plant sources for their potential in producing natural food colorings. I also served as Co-Principal Investigator in several other research projects. Since its establishment in 1998, I have been associated with the Agricultural Knowledge Management & Information Technology (AKMIT) Cell. This affiliation involves overseeing aspects of the official website, internet infrastructure, server management, and program development within the AAU. Collaborating closely with AKMIT Cell programmers, I have conceptualized and implemented various systems, including the Online Admission System, Student Counselling Platform, Academic Management System, Online Recruitment Mechanism, Research Progress Report, Online Payment System, AAU Cloud, Online Grievance System, and Integrated University Management System (IUMS).
Membership
  • AFST
    Life Member
Projects
  • APEDA sponsored project on "Establishment of NABL accredited APEDA-AAU Food Testing Laboratory", project cost Rs.534 Lakh implemented in 2025.
  • Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India sponsored project on "Development of value added products from selected minor fruits of Assam", project cost Rs.65.93 Lakh implemented in 2014.
  • ICAR sponsored project on "PSR Project on “Improved indigenous technology for milling, drying and storage of rice”", project cost Rs.9.55 Lakh implemented in 2001.
  • ICAR sponsored project on "CGP Project on “Economics of post-harvest management of perishable commodities in Assam”", project cost Rs.15.44 Lakh implemented in 2001.
  • ICAR sponsored project on "CGP Project on “Development of appropriate post-harvest technologies for handling and transportation of pineapple”, ICAR", project cost Rs.29.76 Lakh implemented in 2001.
  • Central Sector Scheme, GoI sponsored project on "Primary and Secondary Processing of Horticultural Produces [Sub-activity of Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States Central Sector Scheme", implemented in 2004.
  • ICAR sponsored project on "NAHEP Component 2 Project on "Investments in ICAR Leadership in Agricultural Higher Education", Subproject 2A: Investments in ICAR to support excellence in AUs", project cost Rs.2500000 Lakh implemented in 2019.
  • Govt. of India (Central Sector Scheme) sponsored project on "Horticulture Mission for North East and Himalayan States (MM-I)", project cost Rs.8 Crore implemented in 2010.
  • ICAR sponsored project on "Establishment of PHT and Value Addition Centre", project cost Rs.1 Crore implemented in 2009.
  • Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India sponsored project on "Establishment of Food Technological Laboratory", project cost Rs.50.0 Lakh implemented in 2005.
  • Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Govt. of India sponsored project on "Establishment of Quality Control Laboratory", project cost Rs.25.5 Lakh implemented in 2001.
  • National Agricultural Technology Project, ICAR sponsored project on "CGP project on Post-harvest value addition to indigenous plant resources of North East India for development of natural food colorants", project cost Rs.25.56 Lakh implemented in 2001.