Twenty Seventh Annual Report 2024-25
General Body Meeting
The 27th General Body Meeting (GBM) of Association of Agrometeorologists was held at Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat on 13.02.2025 from 5.30 to 7.00 pm. The secretary welcomed all the dignitaries on the dais & off the dais to the GBM. He presented the agenda to be discussed in the GBM.
The president Dr. K. K. Singh of the association narrated the progress and achievements held during the previous year, especially he acknowledged the guidance provided by the advisory committee, the stalwarts of Agrometeorology in the brain storming session and congratulated the executive council members for the execution of the events. Further he emphasized about the forecast during monsoon and he had discussed with IMD and ICAR for the implementation of the program and advised the fellow members to take it into a National level. He also fixed that the local chapters can connect with other stakeholders to organize various events on crop simulation models. Moreover, he opined regarding the upcoming election that resourceful people should contribute to come forward in contesting the election.
The vice president said that there were one or two trainings programmes conducted in online mode and in the future offline trainings will be conducted. Dr. Vyas pandey opined the due to lack of sufficient documentation submitted related to the Journal, currently the NAAS value is <6. However, the quality of the papers is good and the cite score increased from 1.4 to 1.8. During March, the evaluation in the Web of science will be completed and during May, the revision of the NAAS score may be expected.
Secretary presented the last GB Minutes and for the issue related A.G.Nain, it was advised to send a reminder letter to settle back Rs.40,00,000/- to the association. In the audit statement, the expenditure over income was high since the remaining funds of Rs.5,00,000/- yet to be received from Ministry of Earth Sciences. The Association invites the proposal to conduct National level seminar from the chapters.
The president advocated that organizing the conference during March is not advisable due to transaction of funds in the banks and sufficient time is not available for the proposal to be submitted for DST. Hence, one National level event similar to conference may be conducted for the current year (2026) and the National level conference may be proposed for 2027. The National level conference may be conducted during November where the students can participate in large numbers. Further, the executive council members of the Association was advised not to apply for any award category in the Association.
Further, the forthcoming election (2025-27), it was represented to correct all the life members mail id for better communication. No whatsapp group recommendations of the persons should be promoted for vote campaign. Finally, the Association should work for the protection of future agrometeorologists, the local chapters should be invited for the executive council meetings and brainstorming sessions to discuss about the progress of the activities. The local chapter can send the fund request to organize meetings or programmes to the Association.
Executive Council
During the year 2024-25, Executive council seven times.
News Letter Published
The Association of Agrometeorologists published its second newsletter in March 2025, highlighting recent activities, upcoming events, and key developments within the Association. The newsletter served as an important medium to share updates and engage members across various chapters.
Round Table Meeting on Millet – CRAFTing Climate-Resilient Solutions
Meeting on Millet – Jointly Organized by Sorghum United Foundation, USA & Association of Agrometeorologists (AAM)
A Round Table Meeting on Millet was organized on March 20–21, 2025, at MPKV, Rahuri, Maharashtra, jointly by the Sorghum United Foundation, USA, and the Association of Agrometeorologists (AAM). The event brought together experts, researchers, and industry representatives to discuss strategies for enhancing millet production, value addition, and market linkages under changing climatic conditions. Key discussions focused on promoting sustainable millet cultivation, improving supply chains, and increasing farmer income. The meeting concluded with a collective commitment to advancing millet-based solutions for climate-resilient and profitable agriculture.
Chapter activities
The AAM Parbhani Chapter celebrated World Meteorological Day on March 23, 2025, at AICRPAM, VNMKV, Parbhani, with active participation from postgraduate and PhD students. The theme “Closing the Early Warning Gap Together” guided discussions on combining traditional knowledge with modern meteorological tools. Dr. K. K. Dakhore highlighted climate-smart agriculture, satellite-based forecasts, and AI-driven climate models. Keynote speaker Dr. B. Ajithkumar presented insights on land surface temperature dynamics and heat vulnerability in Kerala. Dr. Ramnarayan Singh discussed the evolving role of agricultural meteorology and AI-based crop monitoring. Dr. M. G. Jadhav summarized the key takeaways, with online inputs from Dr. P. R. Jaybhaye and Dr. A. M. Khobragade. The programme, anchored by Mr. Swatvik Pandaya, saw enthusiastic involvement from research scholars, making the event impactful and meaningful.
The first programme of 2025 by AAM Raipur Chapter and the Department of Agricultural Meteorology was held on 23 March to celebrate World Meteorological Day, attended by senior scientists, faculty members, and PG students. A lecture on the 2025 WMD theme, “Closing the Early Warning Gap Together,” highlighted AAM’s nationwide growth since 1999, its 17 chapters, its Journal of Agrometeorology, and its major awards promoting research and education. The presentation emphasized the need to expand early warning systems globally, especially as 2024 became the hottest year on record and extreme weather intensified, underscoring WMO’s Early Warnings for All initiative and the importance of public–private partnerships. The event concluded with an interactive session and a vote of thanks by Dr. G.K. Das, Secretary IMD Raipur Chapter.
The Thrissur Chapter of the Association of Agrometeorologists celebrated World Meteorological Day 2025 from March 21-23 at Kerala Agricultural University, Vellanikkara. The event featured a lead talk by Dr. Harithalekshmi V., followed by an exhibition, tree planting, farm implement distribution, and a farmers’ awareness program on meteorological applications in agriculture. The celebration concluded with a quiz competition, emphasizing the role of meteorology in climate resilience and sustainable farming.
The Ayodhya Chapter of the Association of Agrometeorologists celebrated World Meteorological Day 2025 on March 23 at the College of Agriculture, ANDUAT, Ayodhya, with the theme “Closing the Early Warning Gap Together.” Distinguished speakers, including Dr. K.K. Singh and other experts, discussed weather-based irrigation scheduling and the role of agrometeorology in linking research with farmers. The event highlighted the importance of early warning systems and climate-smart agricultural practices.
The National Seminar on Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRAFT-2025) was organized on March 17–18, 2025, at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, by the Department of Climate Change & Agricultural Meteorology. The event featured eminent scientists, policymakers, and experts, including Dr. Satbir Singh Gosal and Dr. K.K. Singh, who shared insights on climate adaptation and sustainable farming. The seminar included technical sessions, poster presentations, and keynote addresses focusing on precision agriculture, AI-based forecasting, and renewable energy applications. Key discussions emphasized policy support, climate-smart technologies, and bridging the gap between research and farmers. The event concluded with recommendations to enhance resilience and ensure food security amid changing climate conditions.
The Agrometeorology Section, SKUAST-Jammu, in collaboration with the AAM Jammu Chapter, celebrated World Water Day and World Meteorological Day under the leadership of Prof. B.N. Tripathi and Prof. S.K. Gupta. The event featured student activities, expert lectures, and discussions on sustainable water management and climate adaptation. Speakers emphasized the integration of meteorological data with traditional agriculture, rainwater harvesting, and climate-smart practices to enhance resilience and food security.
The Association of Agrometeorologists, India, in collaboration with the Department of Agricultural Meteorology, BACA, AAU, Anand, organized Earth Day celebrations on April 22, 2024. The event, coordinated by Dr. Manoj Lunagaria and team, aimed to raise environmental awareness and promote sustainable practices. A poster drawing competition on the themes “Climate Change Mitigation Actions” and “Reducing Plastic Pollution to Save Earth” saw enthusiastic participation from students. Winners were awarded prizes and certificates for their creative efforts. The celebration successfully inspired collective responsibility toward climate action and environmental conservation.
Organization of seminar
The National Conference AGMET-2025, themed "Frontier Technologies for Weather and Climate-Based Decisions in Agriculture and Allied Sectors," was successfully held from February 13-15, 2025, at Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Jorhat. Jointly organized by the Association of Agrometeorologists (AAM), Anand, Gujarat, and AAU, Jorhat, the event brought together over 356 researchers, policymakers, academicians, industry experts, and students. The conference featured technical sessions on climate change impacts, AI, ML, IoT in digital agriculture, agroforestry, livestock management, advanced weather forecasting, ICTs, and Indigenous Traditional Knowledge. Special workshops focused on simulation modeling, GIS applications, and AI-driven forecasting, while panel discussions with experts from IMD, ICAR, and DST provided policy recommendations for climate-resilient farming. Researchers presented studies through oral and poster sessions, with awards recognizing outstanding contributions. International experts participated virtually, fostering global collaboration. Selected presentations will be published in the Journal of Agrometeorology. AGMET-2025 underscored the importance of technology-driven agricultural solutions, highlighting the need for continued research and development to enhance climate resilience in agriculture.
The Brainstorming Workshop on "Strengthening Regional Capacity for Effective Utilization of Meteorological Services in Agriculture and Allied Sectors" was held at ICAR, CRIDA, Hyderabad from May 31 to June 1, 2024, focusing on enhancing the role of weather forecasts in agriculture. On Day 1, the working groups discussed seasonal and short-range weather forecasts. Key discussions highlighted the need for improved seasonal forecast accuracy, village-level rain gauge networks, and regional climate databases. Experts emphasized integrating local knowledge, assessing the economic impact of forecasts, and considering reservoir water levels in crop planning. The importance of AI-driven forecasting, agroclimatic onset of crops, and the role of IMD's long-range forecasts were also discussed. Short-range forecast discussions focused on analyzing extreme weather events, using community radio for dissemination, and improving access through the Meghdoot app. On Day 2, major recommendations included developing a regional climate database through agricultural universities, providing seasonal climate forecasts with monthly values, and quantifying the economic benefits of agromet advisory services. While downscaled block-level seasonal forecasts were deemed impractical, AMFUs were tasked with using dynamic crop weather calendars. Other approved recommendations included integrating nowcast into Meghdoot, expanding the use of community radio, and preparing status papers on crop-specific temperature thresholds. The workshop concluded with the development of a flowchart for agromet advisory dissemination, reinforcing the need for a structured and technology-driven approach to improving agricultural meteorological services.
The Brainstorming Workshop on Mission Mausam: Forecast to Field (Techniques and Targets for AmritKaal), organized by the Association of Agrometeorologists in collaboration with the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi and sponsored by Ministry of Earth Sciences, Govt of India on November 27-28, 2024 focusing on transforming weather forecasts into actionable agrometeorological advisories is vital for informed decision-making in agriculture, yet significant gaps hinder their effectiveness, especially for smallholder farmers. Key challenges include the lack of location-specific weather forecasts due to limited data collection, modeling inefficiencies, and communication barriers. Solutions include expanding weather station networks, integrating AI for microclimate modeling, and improving accessibility. The absence of robust local climate databases further weakens forecast accuracy, necessitating expanded observation networks, IoT integration, and public-private collaborations. Research is needed to assess the economic impact of forecasts on agricultural productivity, optimize utilization, and improve decision-making. Additionally, a lack of analytical techniques limits evaluating farming interventions, requiring pilot studies, farmer training, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The exclusion of agrometeorology in over 25 SAUs and ICAR institutes weakens climate-resilient farming education, necessitating its inclusion to align with national sustainability programs. Moreover, extension personnel often lack the expertise to interpret forecasts, creating barriers in advisory dissemination. Addressing this requires capacity-building, simplified communication tools, localized agromet units, and continuous training. These recommendations, led by IMD, ICAR, SAUs, and other stakeholders, emphasize integrating technology, research, and education to enhance the effectiveness of meteorological services in agriculture.
On July 2, 2024, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed at Pantnagar among the Agriculture and Water Technology Development Hub (AWaDH), IIT Ropar; Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology (GBPUAT); the Association of Agrometeorologists (AAM); and its network institutes of agricultural universities. This strategic collaboration aims to foster a wide range of interactions and joint initiatives, focusing on technological advancements and innovations in agriculture, agrometeorology, and water management. The partnership is structured within the framework of the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NIM-ICPS), ensuring the integration of cutting-edge digital and physical technologies to address critical agricultural and environmental challenges.
Through this MoU, the institutions will work together to develop and implement innovative solutions for precision farming, climate resilience, and sustainable water resource management. The collaboration will facilitate knowledge exchange, joint research, capacity-building programs, and outreach activities aimed at benefiting farmers and society at large. By leveraging expertise from multiple disciplines, this partnership is set to drive technology-driven transformations in the agricultural sector, contributing to enhanced productivity, resilience, and sustainability.
Enrollment of Members
During the year 2024-2025, 27-Life Members were enrolled with Association. Thus the total number of life memberships increased up to 1907 by the end of March 2025. A total of 10 Annual members, 04 Student members were enrolled during the year 2024.
Financial Status
During the financial year 2024-2025 the total income was Rs.26,56,705.50/- and the total expenditure was Rs.17,00,623.20/- giving a surplus of Rs.9,56,082.30/- A sum of Rs. 80,67,379.00/- has been kept as fixed deposit with Central Bank of India which includes FD for various awards and memorial lectures.
Awards / Fellowship
Separate Committee of experts evaluated the applications received for various awards for 2024 and finalized the various awards on basis of average marks obtained by candidates.
Awardee: Ms. E. Devadarshini
Institution: ACRC, TNAU, Coimbatore
Thesis Title: "Estimation and validation of satellite-derived weather parameters for assessing the yield gap in maize."
Guided By: Dr. V. Geethalakshmi
Awardee: Ms. Alka Rani
Institution: ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
Thesis Title: "Agricultural Drought Monitoring and Early Warning Using Meteorological and Remote Sensing Datasets for India."
Guided By: Dr. V. K. Sehgal
Awardee: Dr. Jitendra Rajput & Co-authors (Man Singh, Khajanchi Lal, Manoj Khanna, Arjamadutta Sarangi, Joydeep Mukherjee, Shrawan Singh)
Research Paper: "Selection of alternate reference evapotranspiration models based on multi?criteria decision ranking for semiarid climate"
Published In: Environment, Development and Sustainability (NAAS rating 9.40)
Awardee: Garima & Co-authors (S. S. Sandhu, M. S. Bons, Amarjeet Kaur, Prabhjyot Kaur, Simerjeet Kaur, K. K. Gill, S. S. Walia)
Research Paper: "Coupling the interactive effects of solar radiation, temperature and nitrogen on performance of transplanted rice"
Published In: Journal of Agricultural Science (Cambridge) (NAAS rating 8.60)
Awardee: Shweta Pokhariyal & Co-authors (N. R. Patel, Abhishek Danodia, R. P. Singh)
Research Paper: "Heat wave characterization and its impact on carbon and water vapour fluxes over sugarcane-based agroecosystem"
Published In: Journal of Agrometeorology, 2023; 25(3): 375-382
Awardee: Dr. Manoj Lunagaria
Position: Associate Professor and Agrometeorologist, AICRPAM, Department of Agricultural Meteorology, B.A. College of Agriculture, AAU, Anand, Gujarat.
Awardee: Prof. (Dr.) Surender Singh
Position: Professor/Principal Scientist
Department: Department of Agricultural Meteorology
Institution: College of Agriculture, CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar-125004, Haryana, India
The following two eminent scientists conferred Honorary Fellowship during inaugural function in AGMET 2025 on 13-15 February 2025 at AAU, Jorhat, Assam
Position: Former Vice-Chancellor
Department: Department of Agricultural Meteorology
Institution: College of Agriculture, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
Prof. B. V. Ramana Rao Honored for Outstanding Contributions to Agrometeorology
We are pleased to acknowledge Prof. B. V. Ramana Rao, Former Project Coordinator, AICRPAM, CRIDA, Hyderabad, for his remarkable contributions to the field of agrometeorology. His dedicated efforts and expertise have significantly advanced research and development in agricultural meteorology, benefiting the farming community and the scientific fraternity alike.
Publication of Journal of Agrometeorology
The Journal of Agrometeorology (JAM) with ISSN 0972-1665 (print) and 2583-2980 (online), is a quarterly publication of Association of Agrometeorologists, Anand, Gujarat, India, appearing in March, June, September and December. Since its beginning in 1999 till 2016, it was a half yearly publication appearing in June and December. The journal publishes original articles, full length papers, short communications, and review articles in addition to invited papers in English only. The research contributions are published after peer review and approved by the Editorial Board of JAM. All the publications are available on our dynamic website https://journal.agrimetassociation.org.
During the year we received proposal from different publishing agency for collaboration in publication which were denied. The journal is well appreciated by National and International organizations. It is being indexed by CAB International, Current contents, INSDOC, Scopus, AGRICOLA and many more others indexing agencies. During 2024, 281 papers were received, including 27 papers from foreign countries, 96 papers were published, 151 papers were rejected and rests are under the process of revision. The journal is being indexed in most of the scientific indexing services and has its increasing impact factor since 2008.
Journal Impact Factors and Indexing
SCOPUS Cite Score (2024) is 1.8, SJR 0.356, SNIP 0.922;
Scimago Journal & country ranking (2024) H-Index = 20, SJR=0.356, IF=1.149;
SCIJOURNAL.ORG WOS IF (2021) = 0.557; SCOPUS IF (2021) = 0.484;
Bioxbio.com; IF (2020):0.557; Academic accelerator ; IF= 0.27
Resurchify.com Impact Score (2023) = 0.92, H-index=17, Rank=16983;
RPRI score (2024)=6.93; NAAS scores (2023) = 6.00;
WOS IF (2021) = 0.557; Index Copernicus (ICV 2023: 111.28);
Google Scholar; Citations =13289; h-index=37; i10-index=480 (as on January 07, 2025)
UGC CARE list group-II; and many more
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Web Page of the Association
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(Manoj M. Lunagaria)
Secretary, AAM
Email: secretary.aam@gmail.com