Research Associate of Punjab Agricultural University, India
Dr. Arshdeep Singh is a distinguished researcher in Agricultural Economics, with a strong educational background and extensive research experience. His work encompasses a broad range of topics, from climate change impacts to farm labor productivity, and he has made significant contributions through numerous publications and conference presentations. His commitment to professional development and leadership in the field further underscores his suitability for recognition as the Best Researcher.
Publication Profile :
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🎓 Educational Background :
- Doctor of Philosophy – Agricultural Economics (2024)
Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India
OCPA: 8.02/10
Short-term Doctoral Fellowship by Indian Council of Social Science Research
- Master of Science – Agricultural Economics (2019)
CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi VishavVidyala, Palampur, India
OCPA: 7.42/10
- Bachelor of Science – Agriculture (Hons.) (2017)
Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India
OCPA: 7.14/10
Punjab State Mandi Board Scholarship (2011-2017)
💼 Professional Experience :
- Research AssociateIndian Council of Agricultural Research – National Institute of Agricultural Economics and Policy Research (ICAR-NIAP)
July 2024 – Present
Under the guidance of Dr. Pratap Singh Birthal, Dr. Singh is engaged in significant research activities, including assisting with literature reviews, designing and conducting surveys, and writing annual reports. He has been instrumental in planning and conducting a primary survey of 4000 farmers across India. His work also includes data collection, cleaning, analysis, and dissemination through reports, publications, and conference presentations.
- Doctoral Research (2020-2024)Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, India
Dr. Singh’s dissertation, titled “Maize Production in Punjab: Competitiveness and Future Outlook,” focused on studying the maize production scenario in India, evaluating Punjab’s competitiveness, and exploring maize as a diversification option. His research led to the publication of six research papers, with one under review and five published.
- Master’s Research (2017-2019)CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi VishavVidyala, Palampur, India
Dr. Singh’s thesis explored institutional arrangements and the economics of organic crops in Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh. His work resulted in six research papers, with five under review and one published.
📚 Research Interests :
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- Agricultural Economics
- Climate Change Impact on Agriculture
- Crop Diversification
- Resource Use Efficiency
- Organic Farming
- Agricultural Policy Analysis
🏆 Academic Achievements & Awards :
- GS Khush Travel Grant for participating in an international workshop.
- Outstanding Master Thesis Award (Agricultural Economics) by Agricultural & Environmental Technology Development Society (AETDS).
- Best Oral Presentation Award (3rd Prize) at the Regional Conference on Specialty Agriculture in the Context of Farm Economy of the Himalayan Region, 2022.
- Best Poster Presentation (1st Prize) at International Web Conference (PAAS-2020).
- ICSSR Short-term Doctoral Fellowship by Indian Council of Social Science Research, New Delhi.
- Punjab State Mandi Board Scholarship from 2011 to 2017.
📝 Publication Top Notes :
1. Singh A, Arora K, Babu S C.* (2024). “Examining the Impact of Climate Change on Cereal Production in India: Empirical Evidence from ARDL Modelling Approach.” Heliyon, E36403. (NAAS 10.0)
2. Singh A, Kaur A, Kataria P.* (2024). “Farm Labour Productivity of Major Crops in Punjab.” Journal of Agricultural Development and Policy, 34(1), 50-56.
3. Singh A, Kataria P, Kaur A.* (2024). “Decomposition Analysis of Maize Production Trends in India: A State-wise Profile.” Indian Journal of Economics and Development, 20(2), 317-328. (NAAS 6.2)
4. Singh A, Arora K, Babu S C.* (2024). “An Analysis of Long-term and Short-term Impact of Climate Change on Rice Production in India.” China Agricultural Economic Review, 34(1), 49-56. (IF 5.1)
5. Singh P, Thakur R K, Singh A.* (2023). “Profitability and Resource-use Efficiency in Vegetable Cultivation in Hamirpur District of Himachal Pradesh.” Agricultural Research Journal, 60(4), 621-626. (NAAS 5.44)
6. Singh A, Thakur R K.* (2022). “Profitability, Resource Use Efficiency and Technical Efficiency of Organic Crops in Himachal Pradesh, India.” International Journal of Environmental Studies, 80(5), 1248-1258. (IF 1.9)
7. Saini R, Kaur M, Singh R, Arora K, Singh G, Kaur G, Singh S, Singh A, Singh D.* (2022). “Understanding Sustenance of Small Farm Holders: A Study of Income Equality Among Farm Households in Indian Punjab.” Sustainability, 14, 13438. (IF 3.889)
8. Singh A, Singh S.* (2022). “Factors Affecting the Production of Major Pulse Crops in Madhya Pradesh.” Journal of Crop and Weed, 18(3), 1-7. (NAAS 5.46)
9. Singh A, Thakur R K.* (2022). “Economic Assessment and Labour Utilization of Organic Kidney Beans and Black Gram.” Indian Research Journal of Extension Education, 22(2), 44-50. (NAAS 5.22)
10. Singh A, Thakur R K.* (2022). “Understanding the Perception, Constraints and Reasons for the Adoption of Organic Farming.” Indian Research Journal of Extension Education, 22(5), 110-117. (NAAS 5.22)
11. Singh A, Thakur R K.* (2022). “Status of Organic Farming and Economics of Organic Vegetable Cultivation in Himachal Pradesh under Prampragat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY).” Indian Journal of Hill Farming, 35(1), 123-130. (NAAS 5.04)
12. Singh A, Thakur R K, Mehta K, Singh S.* (2022). “Economic Viability of Organic Crops in Himachal Pradesh.” Journal of Community Mobilization and Sustainable Development, 17(1), 1-8. (NAAS 5.67)
13. Singh P, Thakur R K, Singh A.* (2021). “Changing Dynamics of Cropping Pattern and Constraints Perceived by the Vegetable Growers in Himachal Pradesh.” Indian Journal of Economics and Development, 17(4), 810-820. (NAAS 5.15)