Prasanta Bhowmik

Prasanta Bhowmik is a Professor at the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he contributes to research and education in agricultural sciences. He is based in Stockbridge Hall, Amherst, Massachusetts.

His academic background includes advanced degrees in weed science and agronomy:

• Ph.D. in Weed Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison (1981)
• M.S. in Weed Physiology, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada (1970)
• M.Sc. in Agronomy, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi, India (1966)
• B.Sc. (Ag.) Hons., University of Kalyani (BCKV), West Bengal, India (1964)

His research interests center on weed science, plant physiology, and sustainable crop production systems. His work integrates physiological and ecological approaches to manage weeds in agricultural settings, contributing to environmentally sound farming practices.

While no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his academic focus suggests a strong engagement with plant-soil interactions, herbicide impacts, and integrated weed management strategies.

No scientific awards or honors are mentioned in the available information.

Dr. Bhowmik has advised students in agronomy and weed science, though specific names are not provided. There is no mention of external grants or funding sources in the text. He has been a long-standing member of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, contributing to its mission in sustainable agriculture and environmental horticulture.

He is associated with the research and academic activities of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture, which emphasizes applied plant sciences, soil health, and sustainable food systems.