Professional Summary

Dr. Mahesh Vitthal Mahajan is working as a Subject Matter Specialist (Plant Protection) at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Pal since August 2013. He has extensive experience in conducting FLDs, OFTs, training programs, and extension activities focused on eco-friendly pest management, seed treatment, biopesticides, and organic farming, particularly in tribal areas of Raver, Yawal and Chopda talukas.

Educational Qualifications

• M.Sc. (Agriculture) in Plant Pathology – MKV, Parbhani (2011) | First Class - 7.98 CGPA
• B.Sc. (Agriculture) – MKV, Parbhani (2009) | First Class - 8.10 CGPA
• Diploma in Agro-Journalism (DAJ) – YCMOU, Nashik (2019) | 81.83% - Distinction
• PG Diploma in Tribal Development Management – NIRD & PR, Hyderabad (2018) | 80.00%
• DOEACC - Computer Concept – New Delhi (2007) | Grade C

Professional Experience

• Conducting FLDs, OFTs, training and extension activities
• Eco-friendly pest management practices including biopesticides, vermiwash and ash extract
• Development of Tribal Organic Cluster
• Incharge - Soil and Water Testing Lab, Biopesticide Lab, KVK Portal

Awards & Recognition

Publications

• 5+ Research Papers in NAAS rated journals (Impact Factor up to 5.38)
• 35+ Popular Articles in Marathi magazines (RCF Shetipatrika, Mrugadhara, Agrowon, etc.)
• Training Manuals: TOF-Maize (2013), Soil Health Management under SHC Scheme (2015)

Major Areas of Work

Key Responsibilities

• Incharge: Biopesticide Laboratory
• Nodal Officer: DAESI Course (VANAMATI, Nagpur)
• Nodal Officer: AC&ABC (MANAGE, Hyderabad)