Plant Pathology Profile


The Department of Plant Pathology at SBVR Agricultural College, Badvel, is committed to excellence in teaching, practical training, and field-level problem-solving related to plant diseases. Established to equip students with essential knowledge in the field of plant health management, the department plays a crucial role in building a sustainable agricultural future through effective disease diagnosis and integrated management practices.

Our department provides both theoretical and hands-on practical education on various aspects of plant pathology, nematology, microbiology, mushroom cultivation, and plant disease management, aligning with the guidelines of the Vth and VIth Dean’s Committee recommendations as prescribed by ICAR.

 Courses Offered

For 2024 Batch Onwards (VIth Dean's Committee Recommendations)

  •      I Semester: SEC-IV Mushroom Production and Technology – 2 (0+2)

  •       II Semester: PATH-171: Fundamentals of Plant Pathology – 3 (2+1)

  •       III Semester: PATH-271: Fundamentals of Nematology – 2 (1+1)

  •       V Semester: PATH-371: Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops & Their Management - 3 (2+1)

  •       VI Semester: AMBE-101: Agricultural Microbiology & Phytoremediation- 2 (1+1)

For Batches Upto 2023 (Vth Dean's Committee Recommendations)

  •       III Semester: PATH-271: Fundamentals of Plant Pathology-II – 2 (1+1)

  •       V Semester:

  •       PATH-371: Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops-I – 2 (1+1)

  •       PATH-373: Principles of Integrated Pest and Disease Management – 2 (1+1)

  •       VI Semester: PATH-372: Diseases of Field and Horticultural Crops and Their Management-II – 2 (1+1)

  •       VII Semester (ELP): Mushroom Production – 20 (0+20)

The curriculum is designed to ensure a deep understanding of plant disease cycles, pathogen biology, and innovative management practices. Mushroom production and nematology are also emphasized to meet current agricultural needs and entrepreneurial opportunities.

Faculty Members

  •       Dr. V. Surendra, Head of the Department, Assistant Professor

  •       Ms. P. Guna Keerthi, Assistant Professor

  •     Ms. P. Usha, Assistant Professor

Our experienced faculty are dedicated to student development, research advancement, and solving real-world plant protection challenges. They regularly mentor students for experiential learning and skill development in disease diagnostics, integrated disease management, and commercial mushroom production. 

 Plant Pathology Laboratory Facilities

 

Mushroom Production and Technology – Skill Enhancement Course (SEC-IV)

As part of the curriculum under the Skill Enhancement Course (SEC-IV), the Department of Plant Pathology offers a hands-on training module in Mushroom Production and Technology from the first year (I semester) itself. This course is designed to provide practical knowledge and skill development in the commercial cultivation of mushrooms, focusing primarily on oyster mushroom and milky mushroom production.

This practically oriented course not only enhances students’ technical competence in mushroom farming but also cultivates entrepreneurial skills, making them self-reliant and employment-ready. The course is conducted in the departmental mushroom unit, enabling students to learn by doing under the supervision of experienced faculty.

Through this program, students gain a strong foundation in sustainable agribusiness and can explore opportunities for establishing mushroom production units at the rural level, contributing to income generation, nutrition security, and rural employment.