International Conference on Pomegranate-2026
"Climate Resilient Pomegranate Ecosystem for Amritkaal: Fostering Sustainability, Innovation & Global Health"

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06 September 2026 at 04:00 PM - 05:10 PM PMB2 Hall
Session Coordinators
Dr. T.K. Behera

Director, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

Chairman
Dr. B.T. Patil

Head, Dept., of Horticulture, MPKV, Rahuri

Co-Chairman
Dr. Nilesh Nivrutti Gaikwad

Sr. Scientist, ICAR- NRC on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Namrata Ankush Giri

Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Rapporteur
Invited Speakers
Dr. Sudhanshu
Former General Manager, APEDA, New Delhi
Keynote Speaker
"Positioning of Indian Pomegranate - Domestic Vs. Global market"
Dr. Ahammed Shabeer TP
Sr. Scientist, ICAR-NRC for Grapes, Pune
Keynote Speaker
"Agrochemical Residue in Pomegranate: A trade barrier and Way Forward"
Mr. G. V. K. Naidu
Chairman & Managing Director, Sam Agri Group Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Keynote Speaker
"From Farm to Global Markets: Building India's Pomegranate Export and Value-Addition Ecosystem – The Sam Agri Journey"
Mr. Satish Warade
Manager (Exports), MSAMB, Govt. of Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Indian Pomegranates on the Global Stage: Opportunities Beyond Borders"
Mr. Atul Wable
Associate Vice President, ULink AgriTech Private Limited (INI Farms)
Keynote Speaker
"Indian Pomegranate Exports: Navigating Quality, Geopolitical & Supply-Chain Challenges: The Way Forward"
Mr. Naresh Gajbhiye
Co-founder and Business Head, Grow India Import Export
Keynote Speaker
"Building a market-Ready pomegranate Export Ecosystem"
06 September 2026 at 05:30 PM - 07:55 PM PMB2 Hall
Session Coordinators
Dr. Vishnuvardhan

Hon'ble Vice Chancellor, UHS, Bagalkot

Chairman
Dr. S. K. Roy

Director, ATARI, Pune

Co-Chairmen
Dr. G. K. Sasane

Director of Education, MPKV, Rahuri

Co-Chairmen
Dr. Somnath Suresh Pokhare

Senior Scientist, ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Chandrakant Madhav Awachare

Senior Scientist, ICAR- National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Rapporteur
Invited Speakers
Dr. Ashutosh A. Murkute
Director General ni-MSME, Hyderabad, and Director, MGIRI, Wardha, Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Entrepreneurship development in Horticulture"
Dr. K. B. Patil
Vice President, Jain Irrigation Systems Limited, Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Role of Quality Planting Material in Pomegranate Production"
Dr. Bhagirath Choudhary
Director, South Asia Biotechnology Centre (SABC), Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Keynote Speaker
"Building Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Orchards in India: Field Evidence from the Thar Desert on Productivity, Pest-Disease Complexes, Integrated Nutrient Management and Value Chain Development"
Shri Mukesh Shukla
Marketing Manager, Syngenta India Pvt. Ltd
Keynote Speaker
"New ways to control pest and diseases in pomegranate"
Dr. Somnath Pokhare
Senior Scientist (Nematology), ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Keynote Speaker
"From Science to Success: NRCP Technologies Transforming Pomegranate Farming"
Shri. Karan Sinha
Director, Agriculture & Climate Action, Mann Deshi Foundation, Mhaswad, Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Transforming Pomegranate cultivation in drought prone region of Maharashtra: A success story of ICAR-NRCP and Mann Deshi foundation collaboration"
Shri. Prakash Bafna
Progressive Pomegranate Farmer, Bafna Farms, Pune, Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Scalable Agro-Ecological Innovations for Bacterial blight Elimination and Residue free Pomegranate Cultivation: A Biotechnological and IPNM Framework Biotechnological and IPNM Framework"
Dr. Yogeshwara H. R.
Chairman, SRPG FPO, Karnataka
Keynote Speaker
"Success story of Pomegranate through SRPG FPO in southern region of Karnataka"
Mr. Azhar Tambuwala
Director, Shyadri Farms, Sahyadri Farms
Speaker
"Role of FPO in Horticultural Crops"
Dr. L. R. Tambade
Sr Scientist & Head, KVK Solapur, Maharashtra
Keynote Speaker
"Farmers' Perspectives on the Challenges and Opportunities in Pomegranate Cultivation in Solapur District, Maharashtra"
Dr Murlee Yadav
RIC, NPD, Deepak Fertilizers (EEF), Solutions
Keynote Speaker
"Sustainable Horticulture through Customized Enhanced Efficiency (EEF) Fertilizer solution"
Progressive Pomegranate Growers
Farmer, .
Keynote Speaker
"Farmers Viewpoint"
06 September 2026 at 07:30 PM - 07:55 PM PMB2 Hall
Scientific Presentations
"A Farmer-Centric Gps-Enabled Digital Platform for Beehive Rental and Pollination Support"
Rishikesh Haribhau Autade, Director, Godagiri Farm.
"Beating Bacterial Blight: Field Validation of Integrated Disease Management in Pomegranate"
Anil Sahebrao Taru, Subject Matter Specialist, Horticulture, Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Buldhana II.
"Cost-Effective Whole-Orchard Netting for Fruit Piercing Moth Management in Pomegranate: A Farmer-Adopted, Innovation in Sustainable Horticulture"
Rashmi Ma, Scientist, Rashvee International Phytosanitary Research and Services.
"Interventions by Krishi Vigyan Kendra Satara II and NRC Pomegranate Helped Pomegranate Farmer in Adoption of Intensive Orchard Technique"
Bhushan Muralimanohar Yadgirwar, Subject Matter Specialist Horticulture, Krishi Vigyan Kendra Satara II.
07 September 2026 at 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM MDC Auditorium
07 September 2026 at 12:15 PM - 01:35 PM MDC Auditorium
Session Coordinators
Dr T K Behera

Director, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru

Chairman
Dr. Sangram Dhumal

AD, College of Agri., Karad, MPKV

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. N. V. Singh

., ICAR-IARI, New Delhi

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Pinky Raigond

Senior Scientist, National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Rapporteur
Dr L S Shitole

Assistant Professor, CoA, Pune

Rapporteurs
Invited Speakers
Dr. Rajiv A. Marathe
Director, ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Plenary Speaker
"Pomegranate Cultivation in India: Achievements, Potential and Future Interventions"
Dr. B. N. S. Murthy
Ex. Horticulture Commissioner, Govt. of India
Plenary Speaker
"Climate Change and the Future of Pomegranate Production: Challenges, Adaptation, and Opportunities"
Dr. V. B. Patel
ADG (F&PC), ICAR, New Delhi
Plenary Speaker
"Clean Plant Program for a Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Ecosystem"
07 September 2026 at 02:45 PM - 06:40 PM PMB-1 Hall
Session Coordinators
Dr. B. N. S. Murthy

Former Horticulture Commissioner, Govt. of India

Chairman
Dr. K. K. Mondal

Joint Director (R), NIBSM, Raipur

Co-Chairman
Dr V. K. Doharey

Deputy Managing Director, NHB, New Delhi

Co-Chairman
Dr. K. Dhinesh Babu

Principal Scientist (Horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Shilpa Parashuram

Senior Scientist (Genetics & Plant Breeding), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Mr. Rahul Damale

Scientist (Plant Biochemistry), ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate Solapur Maharashtra

Rapporteur
Dr. Pritam Y. Shinde

COA, Pune

Rapporteur
Invited Speakers
Dr. U. K. Reddy
Professor, Developmental Biology, West Virginia University, USA
Keynote Speaker
"Pomegranate Genomics: From Wild Diversity to Pan-Genome-Assisted Climate Resilience and Precision Breeding"
Dr. Prakash G. Patil
Principal Scientist (Plant Biotechnology), ICARNRCP, Solapur
Keynote Speaker
"Marker technology for Genetic Improvement of Pomegranate"
Dr. Ferdinando Cossio
Horticulturist and Plant Breeder, Via Venti Settembre 86 37129 Verona, Italy
Invited Speaker
"Morphological and sensorial characterization of pomegranate (Punica granatum L) from two European collections"
Dr. Puran Chandra
Senior Scientist, NBPGR, New Delhi
Invited Speaker
"Exchange of pomegranate germplasm in India: status and procedures"
Dr. Shilpa Parashuram
Senior Scientist (Genetics & Plant Breeding), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur
Invited Speaker
"Pomegranate Genetic Resources: From Conservation to utilization for Climate-Resilient Crop Improvement"
Dr. Nisha Singh
Associate Professor, Gujarat Biotechnology University, Gandhinagar
Invited Speaker
"Genomics and High-Throughput Genotyping Technologies: Advances and Applications in Horticultural Crops"
Dr. R. Gunnaiah
Associate Professor (Plant Biotechnology), College of Horticulture, Bengaluru, UHS, Bagalkot
Invited Speaker
"CRISPR-Cas-mediated disruption of bacterial blight-susceptible genes in Pomegranate for Durable Resistance"
Scientific Presentations
"Comparative Genomics Indicating Homology of Evolutionary Relationship Between the C. Manginecans With Ceratocystis Wilt Pathogen of Pomegranate"
Mansi Chakranarayan, Student, P. A. H. Solapur University.
"Double-Stranded Rna Spray Technology for the Management of Bacterial Blight in Pomegranate"
Disha S. K., Phd Scholar, University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot.
"From Germplasm to Global Markets: The Transformative Role of MPKV Rahuri in Pomegranate Improvement, Production Technology and Promotion in Maharashtra"
Sangram Sahebrao Dhumal, Associate Dean And Professor Of Horticulture, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri.
"Genetic Analysis of Morpho-Biochemical Traits and Identification of Markers- Trait Association in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Sonali Pandit Gaikwad, Research Scholar, ICAR- National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Molecular Marker-Assisted Development of a Core Collection and Varietal Dna Barcodes in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Deepali Shrikant Kulkarni, Research Student, ICAR NRCP.
"Nano‑Carrier Mediated Intracellular Delivery of Crispr Rnps for Genome Editing in Pomegranate"
Ashwini M N, Project Assiatant, College of Horticulture, Bangalore.
"Productivity Through Integrated Foliar Application of Naa and Calcium-Amino Acid Biostimulants"
Nilesh Vasekar, Director, Vigour Agrietch solutions pvt ltd.
"Untargeted Metabolomics Reveals Metabolic Signatures Associated With Browning Resistance in Pomegranate"
P Roopa Sowjanya, Scientist (sr. Scale), ICAR National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Integrated Regulation of Phenolic Oxidation and Ethylene Inhibition Enhances High-Frequency in Vitro Regeneration of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Cv. Bhagwa"
Ashishkumar Vala, Assistant Professor, JUNAGADH AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY
"Molecular Mechanisms of Flowering in Punica Granatum L."
Bal Krishna, Sr. Vp, Jain Irrigation Systems Ltd.
"Performance Evaluation of Sour Type Pomegranate Varieties for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Production under Semi-Arid Ecosystems S. B. Deore¹, P.S. Bodake2 K. Dinesh3, S. P. Gaikwad4, A. R. Hajare5 and P. E. More6 ¹,⁴,⁵,6 All India Coordinated Research Project on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Maharashtra, India – 413722 ² Director of Research, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Maharashtra, India – 413722 3 ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate (ICAR-NRCP), Solapur, Maharashtra, India – 413 255 Corresponding author: suvarnadeore82@rediffmail.com"
Suvarna Bhaidas Deore, Assistant Professor Of Horticulture, AICRP on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
07 September 2026 at 02:45 PM - 07:30 PM PMB-2 Hall
Session Coordinators
Dr. N. K. Krishna Kumar

Ex DDG (Horticulture), ICAR, New Delhi

Chairman
Dr. Sachin Suroshe

PC, AICRP on Honey Bee and Pollinators IARI, New Delhi

Co-Chairmen
Dr. Prashant Bodake

Director of Research, MPKV, Rahuri

Co-Chairmen
Dr. Chandrankant Awachare

Senior Scientist (Fruit Science), ICAR-NRCP, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr Mallikarjun M. H.

Scientist (Entomology), ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate Solapur Maharashtra

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Basana Gowda G

Senior Scientist, NRCP, Solapur

Rapporteurs
Dr. S. V. Bagade

Assistant Professor, COA, Pune

Rapporteurs
Invited Speakers
Dr. K. Dhinesh Babu
Principal Scientist, ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Keynote Speaker
"Climate-smart production practices in pomegranate for higher yield and better quality"
Dr. Jyotsana Sharma
Former Director (Act.), ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Keynote Speaker
"Multidisciplinary Intervention for Managing Diseases in Pomegranate"
Dr. Sarkosh Ali
Associate Professor, University of Florida, USA
Invited Speaker
"Global Status of Pomegranate Production: Challenges and Opportunities"
Dr. N. V. Singh
Principal Scientist, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
Invited Speaker
"Exploring rootstocks for climatesmart pomegranate production"
Dr. Pinky Raigond
Senior Scientist, ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Invited Speaker
"Abiotic Stress - Induced Physiological Disorders in Pomegranate"
Dr. Lanka Samanmale
Assistant Director of Agriculture (Research), Tissue Culture Division, PVIC, Sri Lanka
Invited Speaker
"Development of Improved Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Varieties through Gamma RadiationInduced Mutation Breeding in Sri Lanka"
Dr. Abraham Verghese
Former Director, ICAR-NBAIR, Bengaluru
Invited Speaker
"Climate Change Impacts on Major Insect Pests of Pomegranate and Smart Surveillance Models"
Dr. Manjunath G.
Professor, College of Horticulture, Mysore, UHS Bagalkot
Invited Speaker
"Microbes and Derived Products as Next Generation Plant Protection Options for Cultivation of Pomegranate in India"
Mr. Alok Gupta
., Meero Digital Labs Pvt. Ltd, Mumbai
Invited Speaker
"AI-Powered Technology for a More Productive, Sustainable, and Climate-Resilient Agriculture"
Dr. S. D. Gorantiwar
Former Director of Research, MPKV, Rahuri
Invited Speaker
"Digital Horticulture: Harnessing Potentials of IoT and Drones for Precision Horticulture"
Dr. Dheeraj Singh
Project Coordinator, KVK, ICAR-CAZRI, Pali, Rajasthan
Invited Speaker
"Pomegranate for Climate-Resilient Horticulture in Rajasthan"
Dr. K. B. Patil
., Jain Irrigation Systems Limited, Jalgaon, Maharashtra
Invited Speaker
"Smart irrigation system in pomegranate"
Scientific Presentations
"Amino Acid Complexed Micronutrient Formulation Enhanced Pomegranate Productivity and Density of Micronutrient in Fruit"
Ashis Maity, Principal Scientist, ICAR-Indian Institute of Water Management.
"Anar Rakshak: An Artificial Intelligence Framework for on-Device Diagnosis and Decision Support for Pomegranate Diseases and Insect Pests"
R Adithya, Student, National Institute of Technology Surathkal Karnataka.
"Climate Smart Partial Root Drying Technology and Precision Fertigation to Enhance Flowering, Fruit Set and to Get Pest Resilience, Export-Quality Yield in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Kiran Sagar, D. C., Farm Superintendent & Assistant Professor, Agricultural Research Station, Pavagada, (UAS, GKVK, Bangalore).
"Climate-Resilient Residue Free Ipm for Management of Fruit Fly, Bactrocera Dorsalis Hendel in Pomegranate"
Rashmi Ma, Scientist, Rashvee International Phytosanitary Research and Services.
"Development of a Forewarning Model for Predicting Aphid Incidence in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Vikas Maruti Londhe, Associate Professor, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri.
"Effect of Different Tree Cover Materials on Fruit Yield, Quality, and Economic Returns of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Cv. 'Phule Bhagwa Super'"
Sachin Hiray, Associate Proferssor, Mahatma Phule Agricultural University.
"Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield, Quality, Soil Health and Disease Resistance of Pomegranate (Punica granatum L.) Orchard"
Bhagyaresha Raybhan Gajbhiye, Associate Professor, VNMKV Parbhani.
"Flowering, Fruit Yield and Quality: A Phenological Study in ‘Solapur Lal’ and ‘Bhagawa’ Pomegranate"
Chandrakant Madhav Awachare, Senior Scientist, ICAR- National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Importance of Honey Bees in the Pollination of Pomegranate in Pune District, Maharashtra"
Milind D. Joshi, Sms (plant Protection), Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Baramati.
"Weather-Based Epidemiology and Forecasting of Anthracnose (Colletotrichum Gloeosporioides) for Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Production"
Prakash Erbhan More, Assistant Professor Of Plant Pathology, AICRP on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri.
"Co-Relation Between Weather Parameters and Aphid Incidence in Pomegranate (Punica Ganatum L.)"
Shraddha Bagade, Assistant Professor, MPKV Rahuri
"Population Dynamics of Important Insect Pests of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) and Correlation With Weather Parameters"
Ajay Raghunath Hajare, Assistant Professor Of Entomology, AICRP on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
08 September 2026 at 08:30 AM - 12:00 PM MDC Auditorium
Session Coordinators
Dr. V. I. Benagi

Ex-Vice Chancellor, UAS, Dharwad

Chairman
Dr. Jyotsana Sharma

Rtd Principal Scientist, ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate

Co-Chairmen
Dr. S. B. Kharbade

Dean, Faculty of Agriculture, MPKV, Rahuri

Co-Chairman
Dr. Manjunatha N

Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Session Co-ordinators
Dr. Basana Gowda G

Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinators
Dr. Mutthuraju G P

Assistant Professor, College of Horticulture Mysore, University of Horticultural Sciences Bagalkot

Rapporteur
Dr. Avinash B Gosavi

Associate Professor, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri

Rapporteur
Invited Speakers
Prof. M. S. Reddy
Professor, Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology,, Auburn University, USA
Keynote Speaker
"Harnessing Microbiomes, Bio-inputs and Regenerative Horticulture for Sustainability, Innovation and Global Health"
Dr. Aundy Kumar
Professor, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi
Keynote Speaker
"Phylloplane Microbiome Engineering for Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Production"
Dr. Anupa Shrestha
Assistant Professor, Plant Protection Biocontrol Laboratory, Kathmandu
Invited Speaker
"Role of Indigenous Microbiomes in Organic Farming System"
Dr. Antoinette P. Malan
., Stellenbosch University South Africa
Invited Speaker
"Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Preventive Biological Management of Insect Pests in Pomegranates"
Dr. Shruthila Kakade
., Capsber Agro Global, Bengaluru
Invited Speaker
"Technology-Driven Development of Metabolite-Based Biologicals: From Microbial Discovery to Product Development"
Scientific Presentations
"Antagonistic Potential of Trichoderma Asperellum Against Ceratocystis Frimbriata Causing Wilt in Pomegranate"
Rajeshwari R, Assistant Professor, University of Horticulture Sciences, Bagalkot.
"Assessment of Arka Microbial Consortium (Amc) for Bacterial Blight Management in Pomegranate"
Sanjula Vilas Bhavar, Subject Matter Specialist Horticulture, KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRA, CHHATRAPATI SAMBHAJINAGAR, VNMKV PARBHANI.
"Eco-Friendly Management of Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood in Pomegranate Using Bio-Pesticide"
Jaiprakash Narayan R P, Senior Scientist And Head, Professor And University Head, Department Of Horticulture, Uas, Raichur, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Yadgir, UAS,Raichur.
"Ecofriendly Management of Wilt Complex in Pomegranate Through Frontline Demonstration: Case Study"
Raghavendra Yaligar, Senior Scientist And Head, ICAR-KVK Gangavathi.
"Evaluation of Novelbio-Formulations for Management of Bacterial Blight of Pomegranate Caused by Xanthomonas Citripv. Punicae"
Sanjeev Kumar Tyagi, Head And Principal Scientist, ICAR-CIPHET, Ludhiana.
"From Innovation to Farm: Rethinking the Regulation of Next-Generation Agricultural Biologicals in India"
Pavan Kumar, Scientist, Sea6energy Pvt, Ltd.
"Green Synthesis and Characterization of Gold Nanoparticles Using Pomegranate Peel Extract for Inhibition of Calcium Oxalate Crystals and Uropathogenic Bacteria"
Dhananjay M Mundewadikar, Senior Research Fellow, CSIR-National Chemical Laboratory,Pune.
"Harnessing Microbial Bio-Inputs to Mitigate Salinity Stress in Pomegranate: Physiological Responses and Prospects for Climate-Resilient Production"
Jyotiraditya Solanki, Ph. D. Student, Anand Agricultural University, Anand.
"Harnessing Native Trichogramma Chilonis for Eco-Friendly Management of Pomegranate Fruit Borer: Mass Production Technology and Field Performance"
Mallikarjun M. H., Sr. Scientist (entomology)), ICAR-NRC on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Integrated Microbial Bio-Input Management for Sustainable Pomegranate Production"
Pravin Beradpatil, Technical Agri Manager, Warkem Biotech Private Limited.
"Isolation, Characterization, and Formulation of Bacteriophages Targeting Xanthomonas Axonopodis Pv. Punicae for Biocontrol of Bacterial Blight of Pomegranate"
Sainath Hanmant Kamble, Assistant Professor, D.B.F. Dayanand College of Arts and Science, Solapur.
"K-Bac Plus (Bacillus Megaterium Zbht36): Advanced Microbial Bioinoculant for Enhancing Fruit Quality and Nutrient Uptake in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum Var. Phule Bhagwa Super)"
Prasad Pawar, Manager-r&d, Zytex Biotech Private Limited.
"Microbial Consortia-Based Integrated Management for Enhancing the Productivity and Profitability of Pomegranate Cultivation in Karnataka"
Dr Gangadhara K, Senior Scientist, ICAR-ATARI, Zone XI, Bengaluru.
"Pathogen Effector Repertoire Analysis for Developing Microbe-Mediated Residue-Free Management of Bacterial Blight in Pomegranate"
Ruchi Agarrwal, Pi, ICAR-NRCP.
"Entomopathogenic Nematodes for Preventative Biological Management of Insect Pests in Pomegranates"
Antoinette Paula Malan, Researcher, University of Stellenbosch
"Impact of Front Line Demonstration on Integrated Management of Bacterial Blight Disease in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Under Chitradurga District of Karnataka"
Parashuram Chandravanshi, Senior Scientist & Head, ICAR-KVK, Chitradurga, Karnataka
08 September 2026 at 08:30 AM - 11:15 AM MDC Conference Hall 4
Session Coordinators
Dr. R. T. Patil

Former Director, CIPHET, Ludhiana

Chairman
Dr. N J Thakor

Former Dean, DBSKKV, Dapoli

Co-Chairman
Dr. Pinky Raigond

Senior Scientist, National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Namrata Ankush Giri

Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. Ramniwas

Sr. Scientist, ICAR-NRCP

Rapporteur
Dr. V. K. Garande

., COA, Pune

Rapporteur
Invited Speakers
Dr. Pankaj B. Pathare
Associate Professor, Department of Soils, Water & Agricultural Engineering, Sultan Qaboos University, Oman
Keynote Speaker
"Engineering the Future of Fresh Produce Handling: Pomegranate as a Model System for Mechanical Damage Prevention"
Dr. Nilesh Gaikwad
Sr. Scientist, ICAR-NRCP, Solapur
Invited Speaker
"ICAR-NRCP Contribution to Pomegranate Value Addition and Export: From Research Innovation to Global Market Competitiveness"
Dr. Rajesh Kshirsagar
Professor & Associate Dean, College of Food Technology, VNMKV, Parbhani
Invited Speaker
"Novel Technological Approach for Processing and Value Addition of Pomegranate"
Dr. Elrita Venter
., Stellenbosch University South Africa
Invited Speaker
"Pre-harvest Disease Management: The Foundation of Postharvest Pomegranate Fruit Quality"
Dr. Suresh Devtkal
Principal Scientist, ICAR-NRC on Meat
Invited Speaker
"Valorisation of Pomegranate ByProducts as Natural Preservatives in Meat and Poultry products"
Scientific Presentations
"Emulsion-Based Topical Formulation of Punica Granatum Seed Oil: An Innovative Strategy for Anti-Aging"
Shrishail Ghurghure, Assistant Professor, School of Pharmacy,MIT Vishwaprayg University Solapur.
"Formulation and Optimization of Liposomes Containing Pomegranate Peel Extract and Pomegranate Seed Oil"
Sujata G. Pore, Research Scholar, D.S.T.S. Mandal College of Pharmacy, Solapur.
"Histogram-Based X-Ray Attenuation Analysis for Detection of Internal Tissue Degradation in Pomegranate"
Ritu Kukde, Scientist, ICAR-Central Institute of Post Harvest Engineering and Technology, (ICAR-CIPHET) Ludhiana.
"Integrated Thermal Imaging and Machine Learning Approach for Monitoring Quality Deterioration in Stored Pomegranate Fruits"
Thongam Sunita, Scientist, ICAR-CIPHET.
"Valorization of Pomegranate Peel and Flowers as Novel Sources of High-Value Bioactive Compounds With Phytochemical Composition and Antifungal Activity"
Namrata Ankush Giri, Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Valorization of Pomegranate Peel Waste Through Microwave-Assisted Extraction: Optimization and Phenolic Profiling"
Swati Kiran Suryavanshi, Ph.d. Student, ICAR- National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur.
08 September 2026 at 11:45 AM - 01:30 PM MDC Conference Hall 4
Scientific Presentations
"“Spectral Signature Analysis for Detection of Early Bruises in Pomegranate Using Visible-Near Infrared Hyperspectral Data”"
Sunayana Suryawanshi, Ph.d Scholar, Post Graduate Institute, MPKV., Rahuri.
"Aqua Rooting: A Rapid and Efficient Propagation Technique in Pomegranate"
Chandrakant Madhav Awachare, Senior Scientist, ICAR- National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Artificial Intelligence and Internet of Things Based Predictive Disease and Pest Risk Management for Quality Assurance of Pomegranate Planting Material"
Tejas Sudhir Bhosale, Technical Assistant , Icar Nrcp, Solapur, ICAR National Research Center on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Artificial Intelligence for Early Detection of Bacterial Blight and Wilt in Pomegranate"
Aishwarya A, Ph.d Scholar, University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot.
"Assessment of Plant Protection Spray Schedule of Nrc, Pomegranate for Management of Bacterial Blight (Oily Spot) and Other Diseases and Insect Pests of Pomegranate"
Sandeep B Deshmukh, I/c Senior Scientist &head, Krishi VIgyan Kendra, Latur.
"Breaking the Barrier: Bioecology, Artificial Rearing, and Management of Pomegranate Shot Hole Borer"
Lavannya Rajesh Adam, Young Professional - I, ICAR National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Deciphering Genomic and Tale Effector Repertoire Variation Among Xanthomonas Citri Pv. Punicae Isolates"
Kalieswari K, Phd Research Scholar, Indian Agricultural Research Institute.
"Effect of Different Levels of Pruning on Growth, Yield and Quality of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Cv. Super Bhagwa"
Shashwat P. Mahalle, Student, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri.
"Effect of Propagation Media on Growth Parameters of Pomegranate Air Layers"
Rahul Patil, Junior Reaserch Assistant, MPKV RAHURI.
"Effect of Propagation Media on Rooting in Pomegranate Air Layering Cv Bhagwa"
Rahul Patil, Junior Reaserch Assistant, MPKV RAHURI.
"Effectiveness of Frontline Demonstrations on Bio-Formulations for Nutrient Management in Pomegranate Fruit Crop to Reduce Bacterial Wilt Incidence in Kalaburagi District, Karnatak. India"
P. Vasudev Naik, Senior Scientist And Head, KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRA KALABURAGI-2.
"From Farm to Fruit: Integrated Assessment of Pesticide Use Practices, Residue Contamination, and Dietary Risk in Punica granatum L."
Mr. Durgesh Kailas Narwade, Phd Scholar, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri.
"From Field to Phylogeny: Distribution and Molecular Characterisation of Euwallacea Fornicatus Associated With Pomegranate Decline"
Sagar Yallapa Kurle, Young Professional - I, ICAR National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"In-Vitro Studies on Control of Pomegranate Wilt Pathogens by Bacterial and Fungal Biopesticides"
Arunkumar Vilas Suryawanshi, Research Executive, Embio Research Center Mahad, A dev. Embio limited.
"Integrating Climate-Smart Technologies for Resilient Pomegranate Production"
Bhumi Lad, Phd Scholar, Navsari Agricultural University.
"Interventional Effects Through on Farm Trials in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) for the Management of Sun Scald and Fruit Cracking in Arid Kachchh-Gujarat"
Ramniwas, Sr. Scientist, ICAR-NRCP.
"Meristem Culture: A Step Towards Clean Planting Material in Pomegranate"
Aanamika Rai, Student (ph. D.), Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi.
"Possible First Field Record of Nanophyes Spp. (Coleoptera: Apionidae) Associated With Shoot Damage in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) in India"
Mutthuraju G P, Assistant Professor, College of Horticulture Mysore, University of Horticultural Sciences Bagalkot.
"Status, Challenges, and Adaptation Strategies for Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Production in Semi-Arid Ecosystems: A Review"
Pramod Shelke, Senior Scientist And Head, KRISHI VIGYAN KENDRA HINGOLI.
"Survey and Occurrence of Major Diseases of Pomegranate in Nashik District of Maharashtra"
Dr Rakesh Sonawane, Assistant Professor Of Plant Pathology, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri.
"The Pomegranate Revolution in the Arid Terrain of Barmer and Balotra"
Pradeep Pagaria, Sr. Scienist, Agriculture University, Jodhpur.
"Unraveling the Thrips and Mealybug Complex in Pomegranate: Taxonomic Diversity and Climate-Smart Ipm Strategies"
Shubham Ravindra Kandepalli, Young Professional - I, ICAR National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Weather-Based Modelling and Disease Progression of Anthracnose in Pomegranate During Mrig Bahar"
Rutuja Chavan, Agriculture Researcher, Technology Innovation Hub, IIT Bombay.
"Climate Resilient Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Production: A Review of Management Strategies for Sustainable Cultivation in India"
Amol Vilas Kshirsagar, Assistant Professor, MPKV., Rahuri
"Climate-Informed Production Practices for Enhancing Productivity and Resilience of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Under Changing Climate: A Review"
Foram V. Chavda, M. Sc. Scholar, College of Horticulture, Junagadh Agricultural University
"Identifying Nutrient Imbalances in Pomegranate at Different Phonological Stages by Diagnosis and Recommendation Integrated System"
Avinash B Gosavi, Associate Professor, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri
"In-Vitro Evaluation of Systemic Fungicides Against Colletotrichum Gloeosporioides"
Jaydeep Sirsat, Phd Student, VNMKV Parbhani
"Nutrient Diagnostic Technique for Pomegranate (Cv. Bhagwa) Grown in North Western Maharashtra Using DRIS"
Vrushali Ghorpade, Assistant Professor, Agriculture College Pune, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
08 September 2026 at 11:45 AM - 01:30 PM MDC Conference Hall 4
Session Coordinators
Dr. K. Dhinesh Babu

Principal Scientist (Horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Chairman
Dr. RANJAN KUMAR SINGH

Principal Scientist, ICAR NRCP Solapur

Co-Chairman
Dr. Basana Gowda G

Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. L. S. Shitole

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Dr. R.D. Pawar

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Scientific Presentations
"A Novel Rapid Detached Stem Assay for Early Phenotyping of Pomegranate Wilt Caused by Ceratocystis Fimbriata"
Aishwarya A, Ph.d Scholar, University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot.
"Accelerating Varietal Improvement in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Through Rapid Generation Advance (Rga) and Speed Breeding: A Critical Review"
Anish Anil Lale, Ph.d. Scholar, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth Rahuri.
"Automated Magnetic Bead-Based Dna Extraction for High-Throughput Plant Diagnostics in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Sujata Hajra, General Manager, HiMedia Laboratories Pvt Ltd.
"Comparative Assessment of Commercial Cultivars of Pomegranate for Yield and Quality Under Arid Region of India"
K. Dhinesh Babu, Principal Scientist (horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Comprehensive Multivariate Profiling for Fruit Quality Traits in an Indigenous Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Genotype Collection"
Suman Maurya, Student, ICAR - Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi.
"Comprehensive Phenotypic and Genotypic Characterization of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Germplasm Using Morphological, Physiological, Biochemical, Propagation Traits and Ssr Markers"
Aanamika Rai, Student (ph. D.), Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi.
"Development of an Efficient Crispr-Cas9 Workflow for Genome Editing in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum)"
Hiranya M, Msc Student, University of Horticulture Sciences, Bagalkot.
"Development of an Efficient in-Vitro Micropropagation Protocol for Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Cv. Bhagwa Using Nodal Explants"
Imran Ansari, Research Scholar, AKS University, Satna, Madhya Pradesh.
"Early Detection of Bacterial Blight of Pomegranate Using Hyperspectral Data"
Sunayana Vijaysing Suryawanshi, Ph.d Scholar, Post Graduate Institute, MPKV., Rahuri.
"Fruit Morphological and Biochemical Characteristics of the Newly Protected Farmer Variety ‘Suii’ From Kargil, Ladakh"
Shilpa Parashuram, Senior Scientist (genetics & Plant Breeding), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Genetic Divergence and Fruit Biochemical Diversity Evaluation Amongst Thirty Pomegranate (Punica Granatum) Germplasm Accessions in Western Himalayan Region of Himachal Pradesh"
Rishabh Raj Dhiman, Phd Research Scholar, DR YSP UHF.
"Genetic Diversity and Characterization of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Through Leaf Morphometric and Molecular Approaches."
Keerthana A, Student, ICAR-INDIAN AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE, NEW DELHI.
"Genome-Wide Mining, Chromosomal Distribution and Experimental Validation of Ssr Markers in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum Cv. Bhagwa)"
Sangeeta, Phd Scholar, ICAR-IARI.
"Harnessing Genomic Innovations for Climate-Resilient Pomegranate Ecosystems: Prospecting Receptor-Like Kinases (Rlks) for Durable Bacterial Blight Resistance"
Pratibha Alur, Student, University of Horticultural Sciences Bagalkot.
"Harnessing Nutrients and Plant Growth Regulators to Suppress Aril Browning a Biochemical Perspective"
Amarja More, Yp Ii, Icar Nrcp, Solapur, ICAR National Research Center on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"In-Silico Analysis for Aquaporin Genes in Relation to Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Pomegranate"
Ashwini Pradeep Thamake, Student, NRCP.
"Organic Farming Strategies for Sustainable Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Production With Special Emphasis on Jeevamrit and Organic Nutrient Management for Soil Health and Fruit Quality"
Anmol S Ukale, Research Associate, ICAR National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
"Pan Genome Analysis of Tale Repertoire of Xanthomonas Citri Pv. Punicae"
Karthick C S, Phd Scholar, University of Horticulture Sciences, Bagalkot.
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Nitesh S D, Ceo, Krishi Junction.
"Mutagenic Effects of Sodium Azide on the Fruit Morphological Traits of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Cv. Bhagwa"
Shankar Ramhari Bhosale, Ph.d Scholar, Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Solapur University Solapur
"Performance Evaluation of Sweet Type Pomegranate Cultivars for Enhanced Productivity and Fruit Quality under Semi-Arid Ecosystems S. P. Gaikwad¹*, P.S. Bodake2, S. B. Deore3, A. R. Hajare4 and P. E. More5 ¹,3,4,5 All India Coordinated Research Project on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Maharashtra, India – 413722 ² Director of Research, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri, Rahuri Maharashtra, India – 413722 *Corresponding author: spgaikwad70@gmail.com"
Subhash P. Gaikwad, Associate Professor Of Horticulture, AICRP on Arid Zone Fruits, Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri
08 September 2026 at 11:55 AM - 01:30 PM MDC Conference Hall 4
Session Coordinators
Dr. K. Dhinesh Babu

Principal Scientist (Horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Chairman
Dr. RANJAN KUMAR SINGH

Principal Scientist, ICAR NRCP Solapur

Co-Chairman
Dr. Basana Gowda G

Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. L. S. Shitole

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Dr. R.D. Pawar

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Scientific Presentations
"Arka Microbial Consortium for Sustainable Pomegranate Production: Evidence From Front Line Demonstrations in Tumakuru District of Karnataka"
Ramesh P R, Sms (soil Science), ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Hirehalli, Tumakuru.
"Bio-Intensive Management of Thrips on Pomegranate Through Integrated Pest Management Strategies"
Saurabh Tulshiram Sonawane, Phd Scholar, POST GRADUATE INSTITUTE, MPKV, RAHURI.
"Evaluation of Bio Pesticides for the Management of Aphis Punicae Passerini in Pomegranate"
Jaiprakash Narayan R P, Senior Scientist And Head, Professor And University Head, Department Of Horticulture, Uas, Raichur, ICAR-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Yadgir, UAS,Raichur.
"Exploiting Pomegranate Soil Micro Biome for Soil-Borne Disease Management"
Jyoti Patil, Young Professional -1, ICAR-NRCP.
"In Vitro Evaluation and Characterization of Lytic Bacteriophages as Potential Biocontrol Agents Against Xanthomonas Axonopodis Pv. Punicae"
Pournima Mukund Bokephode, Stundent, CAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate Solapur.
"Integrated Die-Back (Wilt Complex) Management in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Caused by Cerotocystis Fimbriata Eil. and Halst"
Patel Narottambhai Ambaramdas, Assistant Research Scientist(pl.path.), Agroforestry Research Station, S. D. Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat.
"Integration of Beneficial Microorganisms in Nutrient Management for Improving Productivity and Fruit Quality of Pomegranate Cv. Bhagwa"
Renisha Mannambeth, Phd Scholar, University of Horticultural sciences, Bagalkot.
"Management of Leaf Spot and Fruit Spot of Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.) Caused by Colletotrichum Gloeosporioides L."
Patel Narottambhai Ambaramdas, Assistant Research Scientist(pl.path.), Agroforestry Research Station, S. D. Agricultural University, Sardarkrushinagar, Gujarat.
"Microbial Approaches for Residue-Free Management of Root-Knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne Incognita): Current Strategies and Future Prospects"
Nikita Swami, Young Professional-i, ICAR-NRCP, Solapur.
"Rhizosphere Microbiome Engineering for Disease Suppression in Pomegranate"
Aishwarya A, Ph.d Scholar, University of Horticultural Sciences, Bagalkot.
"Role of Beneficial Microbes in Sustainable Pomegranate Production: Enhancing Soil Health and Crop Productivity"
Swapnali Vitthal Bhosale, Yp I, Icar Nrcp, Solapur, ICAR National Research Center on Pomegranate, Solapur.
"Sustainable Approaches for Integrated Nematode Management in Pomegranate (Punica Granatum L.)"
Naitik Dinkar Birajdar, Young Professional -1, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate Solapur.
08 September 2026 at 11:57 AM - 01:30 PM MDC Conference Hall 4
Session Coordinators
Dr. K. Dhinesh Babu

Principal Scientist (Horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate

Chairman
Dr. RANJAN KUMAR SINGH

Principal Scientist, ICAR NRCP Solapur

Co-Chairman
Dr. Basana Gowda G

Senior Scientist, ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate, Solapur

Session Co-ordinator
Dr. L. S. Shitole

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Dr. R.D. Pawar

Faculty, CoA, Pune

Rapporteur
Scientific Presentations
"Ethanolic Extraction and Valorization of Punicalagin From Pomegranate Peel: A Sustainable Approach for Value Addition"
Kishor Kashinath Anerao, Phd Student, College of Food Technology, VNKMV, Parbhani.
"Storage Studies on Pomegranate Arils"
Rutuja Deshmukh, Ph.d. Scholar, Department of Fruit Science, Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra.
"Strategic approach to boost Value Chain of Indian Pomegranate"
Vaibhav Prakash Jadhav, Phd Student, College of Food Technology, VNKMV, Parbhani.
"Value Addition in Pomegranate for Superior Quality Anardana"
K. Dhinesh Babu, Principal Scientist (horti.- Fruit Sc.), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate.
08 September 2026 at 11:58 AM - 01:30 PM MDC Conference Hall 4
Scientific Presentations
"Cultivating Resilience: Reducing Chemical Footprints in Pomegranate Orchards via the Anarrakshak Ai Diagnostic App"
Onkar Arun Surwase, Young Professional -1 (research), ICAR-National Research Centre on Pomegranate Solapur.
"Socio-Economic Impact of Managed _apis Mellifera_ Pollination Services on Productivity, Fruit Quality and Farmer Income in Pomegranate Orchards: A Case Study of Latur Madhushala Pollination Network Across Maharashtra, India"
Sandeep B Deshmukh, I/c Senior Scientist &head, Krishi VIgyan Kendra, Latur.
"Promoting Sustainable Pomegranate Production Through Farmer–Scientist Interface in Balotra, Rajasthan"
O. P. Meena, Scientist, ICAR-CAZRI

International Conference on Pomegranate 2026

ICAR-NRC Pomegranate, Solapur & Society for Advancement of Research on Pomegranate (SARP), Solapur in collaboration with Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth, Rahuri

September 06-08, 2026

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