Advancing Sustainable Agriculture Through Science
Researcher, Educator and Agricultural Entomologist dedicated to developing innovative pest management solutions for farmers and sustainable crop production.
Dr. Prashant N. Mane
Associate Professor (CAS) · Oilseeds Research Unit
18+
Years of Experience
In agricultural research and teaching
35+
Research Publications
In national and international journals
5+
Research Projects
Completed and ongoing studies
50+
Students Guided
UG, PG and doctoral students
About
Dedicated to Sustainable Agricultural Science
Dr. Prashant N. Mane is an Associate Professor in Agricultural Entomology at the Oilseeds Research Unit, Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (Dr. PDKV), Akola. With over 25 years of dedicated research and teaching experience, he has made significant contributions to integrated pest management, biopesticides, and sustainable agriculture in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra.
His research spans the ecology and management of insect pests affecting major oilseed crops including soybean, sunflower, groundnut, and sesame. He has pioneered work in chitinase-based biopesticides and explored nanotechnology-enabled formulations for more effective and environmentally responsible pest control solutions tailored to the semi-arid agro-climatic conditions of central India.
Ph.D. Agricultural Entomology
Dr. PDKV Akola, 2003
Best Research Paper Award
IARI National Conference, 2019
Active Research Since 1998
Oilseeds Research Unit
Current Affiliation
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth
Oilseeds Research Unit · Akola, Maharashtra
Research Expertise
Areas of Specialisation
Spanning entomology fundamentals to cutting-edge nano-biopesticide research, with a consistent focus on sustainable solutions for Indian oilseed farmers.
Integrated Pest Management
Holistic, eco-friendly strategies combining biological, cultural, and chemical controls to manage insect pests sustainably.
- Economic threshold levels
- Pest surveillance & scouting
- IPM modules for Vidarbha
Agricultural Entomology
Study of insect pest biology, ecology, population dynamics, and damage assessment in oilseed crop systems.
- Insect pest identification
- Population dynamics
- Seasonal incidence patterns
Biopesticides & Biological Control
Research on microbial, botanical, and chitinase-based biopesticides as alternatives to synthetic insecticides.
- Entomopathogenic fungi
- Bacillus thuringiensis formulations
- Botanical insecticides
Oilseed Crop Protection
Specialized pest management strategies for soybean, sunflower, groundnut, sesame, and other oilseed crops.
- Soybean pest management
- Sunflower head borer control
- Groundnut pest complex
Chitinase-based Biopesticides
Innovative research on chitinolytic organisms and enzyme-based biocontrol agents targeting insect pest chitin.
- Chitinase enzyme activity
- Trichoderma species screening
- Bacillus species characterization
Nanotechnology in Pest Control
Exploration of nano-formulations to enhance the efficacy, stability, and safety profile of biopesticides.
- Nano-encapsulation methods
- Controlled-release formulations
- Bioavailability enhancement
Publications
Selected Research Publications
Efficacy of chitinase-producing Bacillus species against Spodoptera frugiperda in soybean: A nano-encapsulated approach
Mane P.N., Deokar A.B. and Bhosale B.D.
Journal of Pest Science, 96(2), pp. 647–658
Bio-efficacy of entomopathogenic fungi against Helicoverpa armigera Hubner in chickpea
Mane P.N., Panchbhai M.S. and Bhagat S.
Journal of Biological Control, 35(3), pp. 156–163
Nano-formulations of biopesticides: Challenges and opportunities in oilseed crop protection
Mane P.N.
Agricultural Reviews, 41(4), pp. 297–308
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Let’s Work Together
Interested in research collaboration, speaking invitations, or extension consultancy in agricultural entomology and integrated pest management? Reach out directly.