AAU

Academic Background

Education & Career Milestones

Educational Qualifications

BSc(Agri)

1987

Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam

MSc(Agri)

1989

Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam

Specialization: Plant Breeding & Genetics

PhD

1999

Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, PR China

Specialization: Genetics & Plant Breeding

Post Doctoral

2004

Visiting Scientist in College of Bioresource Sciences, Nihon University, Fujisawa, Japan

Specialization: Application of molecular markers and wide compatibility genes to the breeding of rice

Employment History

Director of Extension Education

01-09-2018 – 31-08-2023

Assam Agricultural University

Jorhat

Associate Director of Research

01-08-2011 – 31-08-2018

Directorate of Research (Agri), Assam Agricultural University

Jorhat

Professor

10-02-2010 – 31-07-2011

Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, AAU

Jorhat

Principal Scientist

01-07-2008 – 09-02-2010

AICRP on Dryland Agriculture, Dept. of Soil Science, AAU

Jorhat

Senior Scientist

10-01-2005 – 30-06-2008

AICRP on Dryland Agriculture, Dept. of Soil Science, AAU

Jorhat

Associate Professor

07-08-1999 – 09-01-2005

Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, AAU

Jorhat

Senior Scientist

17-03-1999 – 06-08-1999

Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), AAU

Titabar

Junior Scientist

10-01-1990 – 16-03-1999

Regional Agricultural Research Station (RARS), AAU

Titabar

Professor

01-09-2023 – 29-12-2023

Department of Plant Breeding & Genetics, AAU

Jorhat

Dean, Faculty of Agriculture

30-12-2023 – Till date

Assam Agricultural University

Jorhat

Research & Scholarship

Scholarly Publications 141 Total Records

Nabajyoti Bhuyan; Debojit Sarma; Nilay Borah; Tantuja Nandy; Nagendra Sarma Barua; Hiramani Barman; Dibya Jyoti Hazarika; Sunil Kumar Paul; Prasanna Kumar Pat (2025). Grain zinc content in response to zinc fertilizer is influenced by genetic variation in rice (Oryza sativa L.), Plant and Soil, 518(2), 1305–1321 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11104-025-08065-3

Uddipana Shandilya; Purnima Das; S Rath; Prasanna Kumar Pathak; P J Borah; Banna Ushasri; Priyanka Saikia (2025). Impact of Gamma Radiation on Rice Against Infestation of Rice Hispa Dicladispa Armigera (Olivier), Indian Journal of Entomology , 88(4), 1159–1165 DOI: 10.55446/IJE.2025.3384

Mary Sadhana Sarma; Prasanna Kumar Pathak; Angshuman Sarmah (2025). Assessing Assam’s rice landraces for sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture, International Journal of Research in Agronomy 2025; SP-8(3): 164-170, 0(0), 164–170 DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.33545/2618060X.2025.v8.i3Sc

May Sadhana Sarma; Shaptadvipa Bhattacharjee; Angshuman Sarmah; Chayanika Debberma; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2025). Study of Genetic Erosion, Variation and Correlation among Morpho-Physiological Traits of Ahu Rice of Assam, India, Journal of Experimental Agriculture International Volume 47, Issue 5, 0(0), 9–23 DOI: https://doi.org/10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i53392

Bhoirab Gogoi; Shourov Dutta; Dorodi Priyom Duarah; Lipika Nath; Angana Sarmah; Bhaskar Baruah; Manoranjan Neog; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2024). Performance of Papaya (Carica papaya) var. Red Lady in Agro Climatic Zones of Assam, Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 12(1), 207–209 DOI: DOI : 10.5958/2349-4433.2024.00039.4

Ranjit Kumar Saud; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2024). An Economic Analysis of Rice Based Cropping Sequence and Its Adoption Behaviour in Udalguri District of Assam, India, Indian Res. J. Ext. Edu, 3(10), 1–30

Puja Debnath; Parag Mani Deka; Hemanta Pokhrel; Rijusmita Sarma Deka; Saurav Baruah; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Species Diversity and Status of Asia's largest Dry Fish Market, Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 11(2), 328–336 DOI: 10.5958/2349-4433.2023.00060.0

T Saikia; P K Pathak; M Neog; P Handique; S Borthakur; H Gogoi; S Bhattacharyya (2023). Adoption pattern of paddy varieties by the rice growers of Sivasagar district of Assam, The Pharma Innovation J , 12(5), 201–203

Abhilasa Kousik Borthakur; Preetipuja Kashyap; Gunjan Gogoi; Manoranjan Neog; P K Pathak (2023). First record of Helicoverpa armigera (Hubner) infesting rapeseed (Brassica napus var. napus) in Dhemaji district of Assam, India, The Pharma Innovation Journal, 12(6), 3972–3973

Ashim Kumar Saikia; Gunjan Gogoi; Prajwalita Pathak; Manoranjan Neog; Prasanna Kumar Pathak; Rafiqul Islam (2023). Comparative Performances of Improved Poultry Varieties under Backyard Rearing System in Dhemaji District of Assam, International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 13(8), 2111–2117 DOI: 10.9734/IJECC/2023/v13i82169

Monuj Kumar Doley; Subal Maibangsa; Manoranjan Neog; Neethi Baruah; Bhrigu Kumar Neog; Luit Moni Barkalita; Jupi Talukdar; R Hazarika; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Rearing Practices and Performance Attributes of Assam Hill Goat in Assam India, Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 11(2), 312–321 DOI: 10.5958/2349-4433.2023.00057.0

Saurav Baruah; Rijusmita Sarma Deka; Sukanya Gogoi; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Promotion of Low Cost Vermicompost Production for Livelihood Improvement in Morigaon District of Assam, Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 11(2), 288–292 DOI: 10.5958/2349-4433.2023.00056.9

Subhashree Dihingia; Prodip Handique; Manuranjan Neog; Prasanna Kr Pathak (2023). Impact of demonstration on cultivation of pumpkin var. Arjuna F1 (Cucurbita moschata) and its adoption in Sivasagar district of Assam, The Pharma Innovation, 12(7), 559–563 DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2017.606.183

Ranjit Kumar Saud; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Impact Assessment of Cluster Frontline Demonstration (CFLD) Programme on Oil Seed Crops: A Study in Dhubri of Assam, The Pharma Innovation, 6(10), 1–30

Ranjit Kumar Saud; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Impact Assessment of Cluster Frontline Demonstration(CFLD) programme on oilseed crops: A study in Dhubri district of Assam, The Pharma Innovation Journal 2023, 12(0), 0–0

Ranjit Kumar Saud; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). IMPACT OF TRAINING CUM AWARENESS PROGRAMME ON KNOWLEDGE LEVEL OF GREASSROOT EXTENSION WORKERS ON MILLET, JOURNAL OF AGRISEARCH, 10(0), 0–0

Sudeshna Baruah; Sharmistha Borgohain; Juli Sharma; Homeshwar Mazumdar; Manoranjan Neog; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2023). Effect of various doses of inorganic fertilizers on growth and yield of dragon fruit (Hylocereus polyrhizus L.) in Assam condition, Eco. Env. & Cons. 30 (July Suppl. Issue) : 2024; pp. (S45-S49), 0(0), 1–5 DOI: DOI No.: http://doi.org/10.53550/EEC.2024.v30i04s.

Arundhati Bordoloi; Prodip Handique; Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2022). Impact of Frontline Demonstration of Zinc Sulphate Application on Productivity and Profitability of Paddy in Sivasagar District of Assam, Gujarat Journal of Extension Education, 0(0), 133–137 DOI: https://doi.org/10.56572/gjoee.2022.si.0025

Trishnalee Saikia; P K Pathak; P Handique; S Borthakur; H Gogoi (2022). Performance of information channels on commercial fish and vegetable farmers of Sivasagar district in Assam, India, The Pharma Innovation Journal, 11(10), 41–44

S Dutta; B Baruah; L Nath; S Gogoi; S Baruah; S Dihingia; A Sarmah; M Neog; P K Pathak (2022). Performance of turmeric (Curcuma lingaL) variety Megha Turmeric -1 in various districts of Assam, Intl. J. Pl Sci, 34(23), 449–452 DOI: 10.9734/IJPSS/2022/v34/2331608

M K Doley; S Maibangsa; M Neog; J Shyam; R Hazarika; P K Pathak (2022). Ethnoveterinary practices amongst tribal pig farmers in Karbi Anglong district of Assam, India, Indian Journal of Traditional Knowledge , 21(3), 558–568

Ghana Kanta Sarma; FU A Ahmed; R K Saud; M Neog; P K Pathak (2022). Impact of Cluster Frontline Demonstrations on Blackgram on Enhancement of Income of Farmers in Dhubri District of Assam, Agricultural Science and Technology, 11(2), 7–14 DOI: 10.37591/RRJoAST

H Mazumdar; M Neog; A K Borthakur; G Gogoi; S Gohain; P K Pathak (2022). Relevance of Assamese folk song Bihu Geet in practicing natural farming in the traditional Baree(Homestead garden) system of Assam, India, Asian J Agril Extn Econ Sociol., 40(10), 810–823 DOI: 10.9734/AJAEES/2022/v40i1031147

S Baruah; S Dihingia; J Sharma; S Gogoi; A Sarmah; A Khound; P Basumatary; S Dutta; M Neog; P K Pathak (2022). Performance evaluation of French bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) varieties Arka Komal and Arka Sukomal in different agro climatic zones of Assam, The Pharma Innovation J, 11(7), 2664–2667

A Bordoloi; A C Sarmah; P K Pathak (2021). Soil Nutrient Status in Different Tea Gardens of Tinsukia District of Assam, International Journal of Economic Plants , 8(3), 143–148

D Deka; P Nath; M Neog; P K Pathak; R K Saud; U J Sarma; S K Bhattacharyya (2020). Training Need Assessment of Feeding Management for Livestock and Poultry Farmers of Baksa District of Assam, Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 9(1), 333–336 DOI: 10.5958/2349-4433.2020.00183.X

S Barman; P K Neog; C Hazarika; P K Pathak (2020). Relevancy of farm information sources and knowledge level of farmers about climate smart agricultural (CSA) practices: Study in flood vulnerable areas in Assam., International Journal of Agriculture Sciences, 12(10), 9883–9887

P. CHOWDHURY; P. K. PATHAK; A. K. TRIPATHY; M. NEOG; R. K. SAUD; R. R. SAHARIA; M. BHARALI; D. CH. NATH; N. SAIKIA; D. BORAH; A. RAHMAN; S. SAIKIA; L. SARKAR; S. B (2019). Disang- A Promising Short Duration Rice Variety Suitable as Early Ahu (Pre Flood) and for Post Flood Situation in Cachar District of Assam, International Journal of Agriculture Sciences, 11(15), 8881–8882

NILAY BORAH; R. BARUA; P. K. PATHAK; I. C. BARUA; K. HAZARIKA; A. PHUKAN (2016). Rice stubble decomposition by cellulose degrading microbe and yogurt with glyphosate under rainfed upland ecosystem, International Journal of Agriculture Sciences, 8(20), 1350–1353

S. M. Sharma; S. Barman; P. K. Pathak; K. Pathak (2015). Assessing Effect of Technologies Showcasing Programme on Adoption of the Demonstrated Technologies – A Case of Assam, Indian Res. J. Ext. Edu., 15(2), 82–86

N G Baruah; P K Bora; K Kurmi; R M Karmakar; P K Pathak (2014). Effect of Tillage on Soil Moisture and Energy Conservation in Production of Toria in an Inceptisol of Assam, Indian J. Dryland Agric. Res. & Dev., 29(2), 78–82 DOI: 10.5958/2231-6701.2014.01219.6

S Barman; K Pathak; P K Pathak (2013). Training need of Tribal farmers in Rapeseed production technology of Upper Brahmaputra Valley Zone of Assam, J Indus Acad Res, 1(11), 686–688

P K Pathak; K K Sharma (2008). Farmers perception of suitable upland Ahu rice varieties in Assam, ORYZA, 45(1), 62–67

Prasanna Kumar Pathak (2008). Dynamic mapping of QTLs for rice seedling growth, Indian J. Genet. , 68(4), 366–372

P K Pathak; J. Zhu (2007). QTLs for response to low temperature stress during seedling growth in rice, Indian J. Genet. , 67(4), 337–346

P K Pathak (2007). QTLs for early tillering and leaf development in rice, ORYZA, 44(3), 205–211

D Dutta; P K Pathak (2007). Response of Assam rice varieties to low temperature stress, J. Plant Genet. Resour, 20(1), 57–63

K K Sharma; P K Pathak; P Borah; A K Pathak (2007). Submergence tolerant lines for flash flood affected areas of Assam, ORYZA, 44(4), 354–355

Yong-xia Yang; P K .Pathak; Jun Zhu (2005). Age-specific mapping of QTLs associated with cold tolerance for seedling weight in rice (Oryza sativa L.), Journal of Zhejiang University (Agric. & Life Sci.) , 31(2), 131–138

K K Sharma; P K Pathak; T Ahmed; S Hussain; D K Bora; S Ali; H C Bhattacheryya; A K Pathak (1999). Promising medium duration varieties for double-cropped areas of Assam, IRRN , 24(2), 38–39

P K Pathak; R K Saud; D K Bora; K D Singh; A K Pathak (1999). Status of boro (summer) rice in Assam: a case study, International Rice Commission Newsletter , 48(1), 60–66

K K Sharma; P K Pathak (1998). Inheritance of pigmentation in rice, J. Agric. Sci. Soc. NE India, 11(1), 82–84

P K Pathak; P Borah; K K Sharma; A K Pathak; Z Xu (1998). Genetic parameters, correlation and selection response of submergence tolerance in rice, Acta Agriculturae Universitatis Henanensis, 32(3), 227–232

Z. Xu; P K Pathak; X Duan (1998). Genetic models and analysis methods for diploid and triploid seed traits, Acta Agriculturae Universitatis Henanensis , 32(1), 6–12

P K Pathak; K K Sharma (1996). Varaibility and correlation among physical quality characters of Joha rice of Assam, J. Agric. Sci. Soc. NE India , 9(1), 18–22

P K Pathak; T Ahmed; K K Sharma; A K Pathak (1995). Mahsuri derivatives recommended in Assam, ORYZA, 32(1), 50–52

T Ahmed; P K Pathak; K K Sharma; A K Pathak (1995). High yielding glutinous rice varieties developed in Assam, ORYZA, 32(1), 48–50

R K Goswami; K K Baruah; P K Pathak; A K Pathak (1995). High density grain: its relationship with yields and yield attributes in rice (Oryza sativa L.)., Bio-science Research Bulletin , 11(1), 43–48

K K Sharma; P K Pathak (1994). Inheritance of pericarp colour in rice, J. Agric. Sci. Soc. NE India , 7(2), 227–228

T Ahmed; D K Baruah; K K Sharma; P K Pathak; H C Bhattacheryya; S Ali; A K Pathak (1993). Mahsuri derivatives developed: Kushal, Maniram, Bahadur and Ranjit, IRRN , 18(3), 18–19

B D Sharma; D K Hore; P K Pathak (1993). Plant genetic resources with special reference to rice varieties of Majuli Island, Indian J. Pl. Genet. Resources , 6(2), 153–158

T Ahmed; RKSM Baruah; K C Sarma; G R Das; K K Sharma; P K Pathak; A K Pathak (1989). TTB14-1 fits ahu (autumn) season in double cropped areas of Assam, IRRN , 14(6), 13–13

T Ahmed; RKSM Baruah; K C Sarma; G R Das; K K Sharma; D K Baruah; U Kalita; P K Pathak; A K Pathak (1989). TTB15-1, a promising rice variety of Assam, IRRN , 14(6), 12–12

Pathak, P.K.; Borkataki, S. and Bhagawati, S. (2025). Agri Alumni- Soaring beyond the flocks. Rathore Academic Research Publications, New Delhi, ISBN: 978-93-49454-60-6

Pathak, P.K.; Deka, R.S.; Kalita, S.; Neog, M. and Saud, R.K. (2023). Pokhu Dhon Aru Hah Kukura Palonor Hatputhi. KVK Morigaon, KVK Morigaon

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). SCIENTIFIC VEGETABLE FARMING TECHNIQUES FROM SEED TO TABLE. Rimi Zimi Guwahati, Guwahati

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). VALUE ADDITION AND PRESERVATION OF FISH PRODUCTS. Rimi Zimi Guwahati, Guwahati

Pathak, P.K. (2023). BIGYANSANMATA GHAH UTPADAN AARU HANRAKHAYAN PADHATI DIKDARSAN. Rimi Zimi Guwahati, Guwahati

Pathak, P.K. (2023). INSECT PESTS OF RICE AND THEIR MANAGEMENT. Rimi Zimi Guwahati, Guwahati

Pathak, P.K. (2023). NATURAL FARMING. Rimi Zimi Guwahati, Guwahati

Bhuyan, S.; Pathak, P.K.; Pathak, P.K. and Neog, M. (2022). Matsya Sansadhan Projukti. M/S Horizon, North Lakhimpur,Assam, ISBN: 978-81-958396-0-5

Pathak, P.K.; Neog, M.; Sarma, C.K.; Gogoi, G. and Borah, R. (2022). Doubling Farmers' Income. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K.; Goswami, U.; Sarmah, M.K.; Nath, P. and Borah, R. (2020). Learning With Farmers. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2020). Dhan Khetir Kit Potongo Sinaktokoron Aru Niyontron. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Neog, M.; Sarmah, M.K. and Borah, R. (2019). Good Agricultural Practices. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Neog, M.; Sarmah, M.K. and Borah, R. (2018). Integrated Farming System for Sustainable Agriculture. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat

Baruah, P.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2010). Protection of plant varieties and farmers’ rights. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Borgohain, R. and Pathak, P.K. (2009). Promoting conservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity in North East India. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam, India and Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlan, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands

Pathak, P.K. (2001). Major cereal crops of Assam, in: Thakur, A.C.; (Ed.), Agriculture in Assam, ., ., pp 53–74.

Pathak, A.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2002). Asomor krikhijata sashyar jaiba baishitrya: yier arthanaitik sambhavana, in: Phukan, A.K. (Ed.), Asomor arthanitit bonousodhi aru sugandhi udvid, Adhar, Guwahati, Adhar, Guwahati, pp 22–31.

Pathak, A.K.; Pathak, P.K. and Sharma, K.K. (2003). Recent development in boro rice improvement and production for raising rice yield in Assam, in: Singh, R.K.; Hossain, M. and Thakur, R. (Eds.), Boro Rice, IRRI – India Office, New Delhi, IRRI – India Office, New Delhi, pp 73–82.

Pathak, P.K. and Baghel, S.S. (2005). Participatory seed production, in: Pathak, P.K. and Baghel, S.S. (Eds.), Making partnership a success towards sustainable hill agriculture, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Barapani, ICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Barapani, pp 153–168.

Sharma, K.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2006). Cultural diversity in selection of upland ‘ahu’ rice varieties in southern part of Brahmaputra river, in: Sharma, K.K. and Pathak, P.K. (Eds.), Learning participation in action: field research experiences in South Asia, International Potato Centre-User Perspectives with Agricultural Research and Development (CIP-UPWARD), International Potato Centre-User Perspectives with Agricultural Research and Development (CIP-UPWARD), pp 96–104.

Pathak, A.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2006). Sustainable agricultural development in North Eastern region., in: Pathak, A.K. and Pathak, P.K. (Eds.), North East – Emerging Horizons in Agri-business, Seminar Organizing Committee, NE Agri Expo 2006, Seminar Organizing Committee, NE Agri Expo 2006, pp 374–386.

Deka, N.; Baruah, N.S.; Ray, N.; Sarma, R. and Pathak, P.K. (2009). Bari System of Assam as Repository of Agrobiodiversity: A Case Study, in: Borgohain, R.; Pathak, P.K.; (Eds.), Promoting conservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity in North East India, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, pp 109–113.

Pathak, P.K.; Borgohain, R. and Baruah, N.S. (2009). Participatory variety selection: A lesson learnt, in: Borgohain, R.; Pathak, P.K. (Eds.), Promoting conservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity in North East India, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, pp 163–167.

Pathak, P.K. and Borgohain, R. (2009). Participatory Agrobiodiversity Assessment and Management: Approaches and Experiences, in: Pathak, P.K. and Borgohain, R. (Eds.), Promoting conservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity in North East India. , Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, pp 119–133.

Pathak, P.K. and Borgohain, R. (2009). Agricultural Biodiversity of Assam, in: Borgohain, R. and Pathak, P.K. (Eds.), Promoting conservation and sustainable use of agrobiodiversity in North East India, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, Wageningen International, Wageningen University and Research Center, Wageningen, The Netherlands, pp 80–90.

Pathak, P.K. and Pathak, A.K. (2007). Rice Based Farming Systems in North East India, Food Security Workshop , Dimapur, Nagaland, India , -, Dimapur, Nagaland

Pathak, P.K. and Baghel, S.S. (2005). Recent trends in plant breeding for quality traits with special reference to tea, 34th Toklai Conference held on November 28-30, 2005 at Toklai. Toklai Tea Res. Station, Toklai Tea Res. Station, Jorhat, Assam, India , Toklai Tea Res. Station, Jorhat, Assam, India, Toklai Tea Res. Station, Jorhat, Assam, India, Vol. 0(0), 87 - 92.

Pathak, P.K.; Goswami, R.; Sharma, K.K.; Baruah, P.K. and Sarma, R.N. (2004). RAPD markers linked to the gene for cold tolerance in rice, Int. Symp. on Rice: From Green Revolution to Gene Revolution, DRR, Hyderabad , DRR, Hyderabad, DRR, Hyderabad

Pathak, A.K.; Goswami, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (1995). Light stress: a major constraint of rice productivity in Assam, Sem. Agric. Sci. Soc. N. E. India, Jorhat , AAU, Jorhat, Jorhat

Gogoi, B.; Dutta, S.; Basumatary, P.; Neog, M. and Pathak, P.K. (). The Biochemical Advantages of Dragon Fruit in Human Health: A Nutritional Powerhouse , Agri Articles, 5(2), 439-441, AKiNiK Publications, Delhi

Gogoi, B.; Dutta, S.; Baruah, P.; Basumatary, P.; Pathak, P.K. and Borthakur, S. (). The Hidden Goldmine: The Benefits of Using Horticultural Waste in Animal Feed, Agriculture Bulletin, 1(4), 95-99, Dr Sharvan Kumar, Asst. Prof., Invertis University, Uttar Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON NEED OF WEATHER FORECASTING FOR CONTROLLING DISEASE AND INSECT INFESTATION IN PLANTS. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON BASIC PRINCIPLE OF NATURAL FARMING. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON CROP PROTECTION IN NATURAL FARMING. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON APPLICATION OF JEEVAMRIT IN VARIOUS CROP. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON SOME GUIDELINS FOR VILLAGE LEVEL EXTENSION WORKERS. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON STARTING AND MANAGEMENT OF SELF HELP GROUP. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2024). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON PREPARATION AND USE OF JEEVAMRIT. KVK Morigaon, KVK Morigaon

Boruah, S. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). Effect of various doses of inorganic fertilizers on growth and yield of Dragon fruit. KVK Golaghat, KVK Golaghat

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON SHORT TEAR CONTINGENCY MEASURES FOR DROUGHT AND FLOOD IN ASSAM. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN OF FARMER'S AWARENESS ON CLIMATE CHANGE. KVK Morigaon, KVK Morigaon

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS IMPACT ON PEASTS. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON CLIMATE CHANGE AND ITS IMPACT ON PESTS. KVK Morigaon, KVK Morigaon

Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON SHORT TERM CONTINGENCY MEASURES FOR DROUGHT AND FLOOD IN ASSAM. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON SHORT TEARM CONTINGENCY MEASURES FOR DHUBRI DISTRICT. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON VARIOUS DISEASES AND ITS CONTROL MEASURES IN TORIA. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON VARIOUS DISEASES AND ITS CONTROL MEASURES IN LENTIL. KVK Dhubri, KVK Dhubri

Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2023). EXTENSION BULLETIN ON FARMER'S AWARENESS ON CLIMATE CHANG. KVK Morigaon, KVK Morigaon

Pathak, P. (2022). Prakitik Khetit Hoshyo Hurokkhya Byobostha. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Kri Khetror Bibhinno Bemar Aru Puk Potongo Niyontronot Botoror Agoli Botorar Proyujoniota. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Jolobayu Poriborton Aru Udvidor Kit Potongo. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Jolobayu Poriborton Aru Krishokor Hojagota. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Jibamritor Prostut Pronali Aru Ear Byobohar. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Gau Porjayor Homproharon Kormi Hokolor babe Koroniyo Kisu Bidhi Bidhan. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Damini App or Proyujoniyota. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Boigyanik Poddhotire Ghah jatio Hoishyor Krishi Pronali. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Bivinno Hosyot Jibamritor Proyug Poddhoti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Axomor Khorang Banpani Protirudhi Hosromyadi Porikolpona. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Atmohohayok Gutor Arombhoni Aru Byobosthapona. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2022). Prakitik Krishir Aadhar. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P. (2022). Prakitik Krishir Hatputhi. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Borthakur, M.; Neog, M. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Sustainable Nutritional Security through Nutrition Garden AAU Initiative. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Tamuli, G.; Deka, D.; Bhattacharyya, S.K.; Sarma, U.J.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Paribartit Jalabayu aru Krishi. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Deka, D.; Das, A.; Phukan, A.; Sarma, U.J.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Gai Goru Palanar Khuti Nati. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Saikia, A.K.; Deka, D.; Baruah, R.; Sarma, U.J.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Seujia ghah sashyar Krishi pranali aru sangrakhyan. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Nath, M.K.; Deka, D.; Sarma, U.J.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Gaharir African swaine fever rog aru jaiba surakshya. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Barman, U.; Deka, D.; Bora, D.; Sarma, U.J.; Neog, M.; Saud, R.K. and Pathak, P.K. (2022). Pasudhanar syasthya nirikhyanarkisu prathamic bidhi. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. and Neog, M. (2021). Dragon Fruit Cultivation. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. and Neog, M. (2020). Strawberry Cultivation. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. and Neog, M. (2020). Nutrition Garden. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Rajmahor Unnat Krishi Pranali. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Tisi Aru Gujitilor Unnat Krishi Pranali. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Rabi Hoyshor Botorot Makoir Unnat Krishi Poddhoti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Mosur Mahor Kheti Kori Lavoban Houk. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Khesari Mahor Kheti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Keibidh Man Pothar Hoishyor Unnat Krishi Poddhoti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Horioh Khetir Unnat Krishi Pranali. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Boro Dhanor Khetir Prostuti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Borkha Kalin Mogu Aru Matimahor Kheti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2018). Alu Khetir Unnat Krishi Poddhoti. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

Borgohain, R. and Pathak, P.K. (2008). Krishi joiba baichitra aru yiar sthaniya sanrakshyan published in connection with a ‘diversity fair’ organized at Dergaon under the ‘tailor made train. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. (2008). Improved boro rice varieties - Jyotiprasad, Bishnuprasd and Jaymati and cultivation practices. Director of Research (Agri), AAU, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Sarma, A.K. and Dutta, S.K. (2008). AAU Annual Report. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Sarma, A.K. and Dutta, S.K. (2007). AAU Annual Report. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Sarma, A.K. and Dutta, S.K. (2002). AAU Annual Report. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. and Saikia, A. (2001). AAU at a glance. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K.; Saikia, R.S. and Sarmah, N.N. (2001). AAU Annual Report. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat

Pathak, P.K. and Neog, M. (0). Apple Ber Cultivation. Directorate of Extension Education, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Jorhat

National Bamboo Mission

Implemented in 2019

Ministry of AYUSH, Govt. of India Rs. 37 Lakh

National AYUSH Mission on Medicinal Plants

Implemented in 2018

ICAR New Delhi

GKMS, DAMU (Nodal Centres) Phase-I & Phase-II

Implemented in 2019

ICAR-CRIDA

National Initiative on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA)

Implemented in 2011

Govt of Assam Rs. 1.99 Crore

Operation, Repair and Maintenance of Agricultural Machineries

Implemented in 2022

ICAR-CIFT, Cochin Rs. 15 Lakh

“Entrepreneurship development among Scheduled Tribe (ST) fishing communities through post- harvest management and value addition of fish catch

Implemented in 2022

ICAR-IGFRI, Jhansi Rs. 7 Lakh

Livelihood Improvement of Livestock Farmers of Assam through Year Round Fodder Cultivation and Preservation

Implemented in 2022

AICRP

Dryland Agriculture

Implemented in 2005

AICRP

Rice improvement

Implemented in 1990

Funded Project

Farmers’ perception of suitability criteria for direct seeded upland ahu rice varieties

Implemented in 2004

DBT

Molecular tagging of genes for seed dormancy in ‘Ahu’ rice of Assam

Implemented in 2005

NATP-CGP, ICAR Rs. 2244368 Lakh

Molecular tagging of genes for cold tolerance in rice.

Implemented in 2001

NATP-CGP, ICAR Rs. 2883000 Lakh

Identification of molecular markers linked to the gene for resistance to Rice Hispa (Dicladispa armigera oliv.) in rice

Implemented in 2000

Recognition & Accolades

Achievements & Honours 3 Honours

Associated with development of 6 rice varieties. These include 2 high yielding rice varieties (Jyotiprasad and Bishnuprasad) for growing in boro season, two medium duration high yielding rice varieties (Satyaranjan and Basundhara) for growing in sali season, particularly, in areas suitable for multiple cropping and 2 submergence tolerant sali rice varieties (Jalashree and Jalkuwari) that can withstand submergence for about two weeks.

Coordinated seed production programme of the University as the Nodal Officer of ICAR Seed Project and also as the Nodal Officer of Technology Showcasing/Participatory Seed Production Programme. The seed production programme of the University underwent sea change from 2010-11 as it started producing quality seeds in the farmers’ fields with active participation of the farmers. Because of successful implementation of the seed production programme the Assam Agricultural University was adjudged as the ‘Best Centre’ of the ICAR Seed Project – ‘Seed Production in Agricultural Crops’ for the year 2015-16 among 39 agricultural universities associated with the ICAR Seed Project.

Initiated and prepared the proposal for obtaining GI for Joha rice of Assam which happened to be the first of its kind for the University (Got the GI in the name of ‘Seuj Satirtha’).

Learned Societies

Professional Memberships 3 Societies

Association of Rice Research Workers

Life Member

The India Society of Genetics & Plant Breeding

Life Member

The Indian Society of Dryland Agriculture

Life Member

Dr. Prasanna Kumar Pathak

Dean, Faculty of Agriculture

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College: College of Agriculture

Department: Plant Breeding & Genetics

AAU Joining Date: 10 Jan, 1990