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Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, Palampur
Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya (renamed as Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya in June, 2001) was established on 1st November, 1978.The College of Agriculture (established in May, 1966) formed the nucleus of the new farm University. It is ICAR accredited and ISO 9001:2015 certified institution. The Indian Council of Agricultural Research has ranked this University at eleventh place among all farm universities of the country.
The University has been given the mandate for making provision for imparting education in agriculture and other allied branches of learning, furthering the advancement of learning and prosecution of research and undertaking extension of such sciences, especially to the rural people of Himachal Pradesh.
Over the years, this University has contributed significantly in transforming the farm scenario of Himachal Pradesh. It has developed human resources, varieties and technologies and transferred these to farming community enabling the State to receive the “Krishikarman award” of Govt. of India four times in row for food grain production among small states of the country. Today, the State has earned its name for hill agricultural diversification and the farming community has imposed its faith in the University.
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ThesisItem Open Access Mapping the mutational events in the sheeppox and goatpox viruses by cultivation in the cell lines of heterologous host species origin(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-05-28) Chandel, Swati; Chahota, RajeshSheeppox virus (SPPV) and Goatpox virus (GTPV) are highly contagious and host specific viruses but sometime cross infections may occur, which need further investigations. The present study was conducted to understand the genetic adaptation or mutations undergoing in the SPPV and GTPV, while growing in a homologous and heterologous host cell systems. Primary cell culture of kid testicular (KT) and lamb testicular (LT) cells were prepared and used for serially passaging (n=15) SPPV strain SP3 and GTPV strain SP5. Different cytopathic effects were observed on 3rd, 5th and 7th day post inoculation. Scoring was given based on the percentage of cells affected. Non-parametric one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) showed that both SPPV and GTPV have significantly higher infectivity in LT cell line as compared to KT cell line. Mutational events mapping on the whole genome sequences of SP3 and SP5, passaged on KT cells showed 65 variations in SP3/SKT-P15 and 129 in SP5/GKT-P15. Total 61 indels in SP3/SKT-P15 and 114 in SP5/GKT-P15 and 4 SNVs in SP3/SKT-P15 and 15 SNVs in SP5/GKT P15 were also observed. The terminal regions containing host range and virulence genes showed more mutational events i.e, 67.44% mutations in SP5/GKT-P15 and 56.92% mutations in SP3/SKT-P15. Some genes were found to have comparatively more mutations e.g. ANK gene showed the maximum 7 mutations, followed by late transcription factor VLTF-4 gene (n=6) and superoxide dismutase gene (n=5) in SP5/GKT-P15, while in SP3/SKT-P15, 3 mutations were detected in ER-localized apoptosis regulator gene and EEV maturation gene. This may be indicating their predominant roles in viral replication/adaptation under in-vitro growth conditions. Some genes like EEVg, which was found mutated after serial passaging in heterologous cell types only, along with altered phenotypes (extensive cell aggregation), may be required for long term spread and survival of the virus. This study showed different mutational trends in SPPV and GTPV, while growing in homologous and heterologous cell types. Different genes showed varied degrees of mutations indicating their pivotal role in replications under altered conditions. To confirm the biological roles played by these mutations to the advantage or disadvantage of the virus, while growing in different cell type/host, further experiments are required.ThesisItem Open Access Antiviral effect of Himachali Pahari cattle urine against Canine parvovirus(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2024-01-21) Ravi, Himani; Dhar, PrasenjitViral diseases are common in all animal species including dogs and among them Canine Parvovirus (CPV) infection is a deadly disease of dogs leading to severe gastroenteritis including death and only symptomatic treatment is done as specific antivirals are not readily available. Therefore, there is an urgent need to find alternative therapeutic agents that would be cost effective, efficacious and easily available. Cow urine has been used since ancient times in India and has been shown to have many therapeutic properties. So, focusing on this aspect, the objective of this study was to evaluate the antiviral effect of Himachali Pahari cattle urine against CPV. Urine samples were collected from both pregnant and non-pregnant animals of Pahari and Jersey breeds of cattle. Various formulations of urine, e.g. raw urine, Cow urine distillates (CUD), and extracts using hexane and butane were prepared for the study. Cytotoxicity of these formulations of urine in different dilutions were tested using the MTT assay on MDCK cells. CPV was isolated from diarrheic dogs and adapted to MDCK cells and enumeration of virus was done using TCID50 assay. The safest dilution of CUD was found to be 1:8 dilution and safest concentrations of hexane and butane extracts of urine were found to be 0.2mg/ml and 1mg/ml respectively while raw urine was found to be toxic for cell. These formulations were then tested against 106.31 TCID50/ml of virus. It was found that Pahari pregnant CUD was effective in inhibiting virus replication up to 72 hours while other formulations were found to be ineffective against CPV. 100μg/ml of standard antiviral acyclovir was also tested against CPV which inhibited CPV replication and CPE up to 72 hours, and reduced virus titre from 106.31 to 102.18 TCID50/ml. Pahari pregnant cow urine distillate (CUD) exhibited mild inhibitory effects on CPV as exhibited by titre reduction from 106.31 TCID50/ml to 105.68 TCID50/ml, as evidenced by CPE inhibition. Therefore, it was concluded that the Pahari pregnant CUD had mild inhibitory effect against CPV but were not comparable to the efficacy of acyclovir against CPV.ThesisItem Open Access A Clinical appraisal of the orthopaedic conditions of coxofemoral joints in dogs(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2024-04-06) Sharma, Mridula; Tyagi, S.P.The study was conducted to diagnose and manage the conditions of coxofemoral (CF) joints in dogs and to record its regional hospital occurrence. During the study period, 61 dogs were diagnosed with CF joint conditions with the incidence rate of 3.07%. The conditions were broadly classified into ‘Fractures’ (13) and the ‘Other conditions’ (48). Among the CF fractures, the standalone involvement of femoral head and neck was observed in 8, acetabulum in 4 and simultaneous femoral neck and acetabulum in 1 dog. In ‘Other conditions’ category, the CF luxations was observed in 14 dogs, Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) in 33 and CF tumours in 1. The properly positioned radiographs of dogs above 1 year of age diagnosed with CHD were subjected to hip scoring as per British Veterinary Association/Kennel Club (BVA/KC) guidelines. BVA/KC takes in to account 9 different anatomical parameters while scoring hip joints so, it is a more precise and effective method of diagnosing CHD. Management of coxofemoral joint conditions was done either surgically or conservatively. Surgical correction of femoral head and neck fracture was done in 7 CF joints of 5 dogs. Triple pinning was performed in 4 instances and excision of femoral head and neck in 3. Though, interfragmentary compression cannot be achieved but fixation of femoral head and neck fractures by triple pinning was considered an effective method in providing adequate fixation at site to bring about fracture healing. The conservative management of fresh cases of CF luxations was done by closed reduction and Slocum sling application. Surgically reduction and fixation of CF luxation was done using Toggle pinning technique. Closed reduction of CF luxations was considered suitable only for fresh cases in co-operative animals in remaining cases toggle pinning was considered an effective method. Femoral head osteotomy was performed in cases where the femoral head was damaged beyond repair. The conservative management of Canine Hip Dysplasia improved the clinical signs to some extent but it did not halt the progression of the disease.ThesisItem Open Access Studies on regulation of gene expression in response to drought stress in horsegram (macrotytloma uniflorum)(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-04-22) Koundal, Goldy; Chahota, R.K.Horsegram (Macrotyloma uniflorum) also known as kulthi bean, gahet, hurali and madras gram. It is classified as, Phaseoleae tribe, Faboideae sub-family, Fabaceae family, Macrotyloma genus and have diploid chromosome numbers 2n = 20.The probable genome size of horsegram is approximately 398 Mbps. In the light of vital importance of horsegram in drought prone areas, the present study entitled, “Studies on regulation of gene expression in response to drought stress in horsegram (macrotytloma uniflorum)”was carried out to determine the differentially expressed genes in drought tolerant and drought susceptible line under drought conditions. The study was based on the information gathered from 10 different genotypes of horsegram which were sown in departmental polyhouse. Leaves from all the plants were taken and were subjected to various lab experiments for phenotypic evaluation for drought tolerance. Based on stomata count, relative water content, chlorophyll index and proline estimation. The phenotypic evaluation helped in selection of two lines which were resistant (IC-94637) and susceptible (IC-426521) to severe drought conditions. Total RNA was isolated using Qiagen isolation kit cat no. 74904. cDNA libraries were prepared by reverse transcription of oligodt filtered RNA samples, which were then subjected to high throughput sequencing on illumina Hiseq platform to generate raw reads. Raw reads were aligned on reference sequence by using Rsubread r cran package. It was envisaged in gene expression analysis total number of differential transcripts were 21994 and 6391 in IC-94637 and IC-426521 respectively under normal and stressed conditions. Of these 3977 and 1581 were up regulated whereas, down regulating genes were 18015 and 4809 in IC-94637 and IC-426521 respectively. Under stress conditions. Out of all up regulating genes top 30 genes were identified characterized and validated. Most of the genes those were characterized in related species have been found to be responsible for plant abiotic stress adaptability. Along with these genes many uncharacterized genes were also found, which need to be characterized and validated in future studies.ThesisItem Open Access Characterization, formulation and quality evaluation of high fibre and antioxidant rich health foods(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-03-16) Upadhya, Somyarki; Verma, RanjanaHealth foods are considered as treasure of nutrition. Present research investigation was undertaken with the aim of characterization, formulation and quality evaluation of high fibre and antioxidant rich health foods. Chia and quinoa seeds were selected for the study. Physio-chemical and functional properties of raw seeds were observed. In order to achieve an optimal balance of enhanced antioxidative and functional properties, and lower antinutritional factors which are present in these seeds and for better utilization, the seeds were subjected to various processing treatments (roasting, soaking and germination). The effect of the aforesaid treatments was observed on the proximate, total dietary fibre, minerals and antioxidative (bioactive compounds and antioxidant activities) characteristics. Processed seeds exhibited increased crude fat, crude protein, crude fibre and reduced total ash and carbohydrates levels. Germination and soaking improved the total dietary fibre content. All the processes improved the levels of bioactive compounds, and therefore the antioxidant activities were also enhanced. The mineral content in raw seeds was found to be higher which reduced during processing except for zinc which increased significantly in chia seeds. Raw and processed seeds were used in the preparation of products, namely cookies and ladoos with different formulations. Sensory evaluation revealed the optimum combination ratios of seeds for both the products which were comparably acceptable with respect to control. The developed value-added products resulted in significant increase in the nutrient content, bioactive compounds, antioxidant potential. Storage stability revealed the cookies and ladoos can be stored safely in HDPE pouches and box up to 90 and 30 days respectively at ambient temperature without much change in the nutrition and sensory characteristics. Therefore, it was concluded that raw and processed chia and quinoa seeds could be utilized as potential ingredients for preparation of value-added products.ThesisItem Open Access Molecular diversity analysis and genetics of some morpho physiological and biochemical traits associated with moisture-stress tolerance in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-03-25) Anubhav, Shubhanshu; Rana, VijayThe present investigation entitled ‘Molecular diversity analysis and genetics of some morpho-physiological and biochemical traits associated with moisture-stress-tolerance in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)’ was conducted to identify morpho-physiological and biochemical traits associated with moisture-stress tolerance and analyze genetic diversity at morphological and molecular level. Experimental material for diversity studies comprised of 56 genetically diverse wheat genotypes; including some high yielding, drought tolerant lines, synthetics, local collections, recombinant inbred lines of a drought tolerant cultivar C 306. Experimental lines were evaluated for different traits in alpha-RBD design with three replications under irrigated (E1) and moisture-stress (E2) field conditions during Rabi 2017-18. A modified TTC analysis comprising 48 progenies; 16 lines and 3 testers was conducted under controlled irrigated (E1) and moisture-stress (E2) conditions during Rabi 2018-19. Significant genetic variability was observed for days to 50% flowering, flag leaf area (FLA), specific leaf area (SLA), specific leaf weight (SLW), relative water content (RWC), grain growth rate I (GGR-I), grain growth rate II (GGR-II), stem reserve mobilisation (SRM), tillers/ plant, grains/ spike, 1000-grain weight, biological yield/ plant, dry matter accumulation (DMA), grain yield/ plant, harvest index and proline content. High phenotypic coefficient of variation (PCV) and genotypic coefficient of variation (GCV) along with high heritability and moderate genetic advance were recorded for proline content under E1 and E2. Grain yield/plant showed significant positive correlation with tillers/plant, 1000-grain weight, biological yield/plant, DMA and harvest index. Biological yield/ plant and harvest index appeared to be the best selection indices for increasing grain yield owing to high direct and indirect effects of these traits in path analysis. Under E1 first six principal components revealed 72.40 % and under E2 first five components explained 71.6 % of total variability. Variation for proline content contributed the maximum to the observed genetic divergence under both conditions. Congruence between morpho-phyiological and SSR data was observed under both the environments. Forty-six out of 56 test genotypes were common among molecular and morphological clusters under moisture-stress, whereas 39 genotypes were common under irrigated conditions. Genotypes SYN 105, IC 36737, HS 562, IC 594376 and VL 907 under irrigated conditions and genotypes viz. IC 322025, HS 490, VHC 6081, VHC 6127, SYN 103, VL 892, VHC 6413, C 306, VL 907, HPW 236 and SYN 117 under moisture-stress conditions were most diverse. STRUCTURE divided the experimental lines into two major populations. Modified TTC analysis was used to detect epistasis and estimates of additive and dominance components of variance for observed phenotypes, which indicated that mean squares due to epistasis were significant for all the traits except SLW and relative water content under irrigated conditions (E1) and FLA under (E2). Additive × Additive (i) type interactions were significant for GGR-I and tillers/ plant under E1 and E2 conditions while j+l type interactions were significant for all the traits except SLW and RWC under irrigated conditions (E1) and RWC under E2. The average degree of dominance (H/D)1/2 revealed similar gene action for 1000-grain weight and GGR-II under both E1 and E2. The comparison of estimates of genetic parameters using Line × Tester and Triple test cross indicated the role of overdominance in genetic control of traits namely, grains/spike, grain growth rate I and proline content under both the environments E1 and E2. Combining ability analysis revealed VHC 6413, HS 562, NIAW 1415, WH 1105 as good general combiners for FLA, GGR- II, grains/ spike, 1000-grain weight; Syntehtic 107 and NIAW 1415 for SRM; VHC 6081 and VHC 6127 for tillers/plant; HS 490,VHC 6127 and HS 507 for DMA; VHC 6127, HS 490, NIAW 1415 and NI 5439 for grain yield/plant; HS 562 and Synthetic 107 for harvest index; HS 507, Synthetic 107, Synthetic 112 and NIAW 1415 for proline content under both E1 and E2. HPW 89 x VL 907 recorded positive significant SCA effects for GGR- II; HPW 349 × VL 907 and HS 562 × HPW 368 for stem reserve mobilisation and VHC 6127 × HPW 368 for grains/spike and dry matter accumulation. These crosses were found promising and could be utilized for developing high yielding drought tolerant lines.ThesisItem Open Access Evaluation of the effect of feeding different animal protein sources on the biological performance of broilers(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-03-13) Gupta, Shreya; Sharma, ArunA study was conducted to evaluate the effect of feeding different animal protein sources viz. fish meal, meat bone meal and earthworm meal in the broiler diet under complete randomized block design. Day old broiler chicks (n=180) of vencobb-400 strain were divided into four treatment groups T0, T1, T2 and T3 which were further divided into three replicates with 15 chicks in each. All the birds were fed isonitrogenous and isocaloric standard diet. The birds in control group T0 was offered with standard poultry diet maize soy flake-based ration, T1 offered standard diet with inclusion of 5% fish meal, T2 offered standard diet with inclusion of 5% meat bone meal and T3 offered standard diet with inclusion of 5% earthworm meal. The result obtained from the study revealed that animal protein source supplementation with 5% earthworm meal significantly (P<0.05) enhanced the growth, feed intake, feed gain ratio and nutrient utilization, during both starter and finisher phase. In pre starter phase, supplementation of 5% meat bone meal significantly (P<0.05) enhanced the growth, feed intake and improved the feed gain ratio. Overall, supplementation of 5% earthworm meal exhibited higher live weight gain and better feed gain ratio. Highest dressing percentage, increased breast yield and low abdominal fat was recorded with improved organoleptic factors viz. flavour and juiciness of the meat. Hb and RBC values among blood parameters were significantly (P<0.05) higher in T3 group while other haematological parameters did not exhibit any significant differences. Increased phosphorus and calcium concentration were recorded with 5% earthworm supplementation in diet. Among biochemical parameters, significant difference (P<0.05) in protein and globulin concentrations were recorded, while plasma cholesterol and uric acid concentrations were significantly low (P<0.05) with 5% earthworm supplemented T3 treatment. Increased diameter of tibial bone positively influencing the thickness of tibial bone was observed in 5% earthworm supplemented treatment. Overall economic analysis revealed that broilers supplemented with 5% earthworm meal exhibited 25.30% higher gross profit as compared to the control as well as other treatment supplemented with fish meal and meat bone meal in terms of the body weight gain and feed efficiency.ThesisItem Open Access Structure of farm credit in Himachal Pradesh and role in agricultural development(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-03-21) Mehta, Kanika; Thakur, Rajesh KumarCredit plays a vital role in capitalizing the farmers to enhance farm productivity by increasing investment in quality inputs and efficient technologies. With the commercialization and modernization of agricultural practices, the credit needs in Himachal Pradesh are increasing. Therefore, the present study was conducted to comprehend the trends in the allocation of agricultural credit, extent of financial inclusion and its impact on farm investment, productivity and income levels of the farmers in Himachal Pradesh. Two-stage random sampling design was used to select two blocks from each district in the first stage and a total sample of 200 loanee farmers in the second stage of sampling by proportional allocation method. The farmers were then classified into small (n=109) and large (n=91) categories based on the total land holding size. Both primary and secondary data were collected in accordance with the objectives of the study. The state's dependency on Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) and co operative banks for agricultural credit disbursement (through bank branch network position and ATMs) was high, particularly in rural areas. However, over the years, growth in these rural financial institutions was substantially lower than in the private sector banks. The amount sanctioned for the agricultural term loan, agricultural infrastructure and agricultural ancillary activities had declined over the years and was considerably lower (21.53%) than the short-term crop loan (78.47%). The overall PCA score of the Financial Inclusion Index was 0.41, reflecting a medium-level of financial inclusion in the study area. The geographical penetration, affordability, usage, financial literacy and quality of financial products and services provided by formal institutions were in the medium range of PCA scores. However, the accessibility and ease components of the Financial Inclusion Index were observed at a lower range of PCA scores in the study area. The cultivated land on overall farms was significantly increased by 1.12 per cent due to the diversion of credit towards the increase in leased-in land holdings (4.49%) in the study area. The financial aid led to a significant shift from cereal and fodder crops to vegetable cultivation. The use of hybrid seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and hired labour increased after the financial aid. Due to this, the total cost of cultivation (Cost C3 ) for all the Kharif and Rabi season crops was substantially increased. The increase in the use of quality inputs led to an increase in the productivity levels of all the major crops in the study area. The gross farm income on overall farms was significantly increased by about 40 per cent after availing the farm credit. The income from vegetable cultivation increased by the highest proportion on both the small and large farms, constituting an overall increase of 73.74 per cent. The scale of the amount sanctioned to the sample farms varied positively with the land holding size, while the repayment of credit was lower on small farms than the large farms. Most sample farmers attained credit from the scheduled banks through KCC, followed by the private moneylenders and Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS). With the increase in the size of cultivated land holdings and dependency on agriculture as the primary source of income, the probability of credit acquisition from private moneylenders increased on sample farms. The asset status and the gross farm income of the farmers had a significantly negative impact on the odds of being a delinquent or a defaulter. The interest rates charged by the financial institutions reflected a positively significant relationship with the probability of being a defaulter or a delinquent in the study area. The lack of collateral security, insufficient credit limit offered by banks and fear of losing agricultural land were major problems for credit acquisition through institutional sources. Whereas, the increasing input costs and rising household expenditures negatively impacted the repayment and use of credit. Based on the findings, the panchayat-level identification of needy farmers was suggested as a measure to restrict the diversion of credit towards non-agricultural purposes.ThesisItem Open Access Documentation and Evaluation of Buckwheat-based Traditional Food Products(CSK HPKV, Palampur, 2023-04-18) Thakur, Ruchika; Dhaliwal, Y.SKinnaur and Lahaul Spiti districts are places of residence for many tribal communities in Himachal Pradesh. These tribal people rely on the abundance of plant species in their area for food, medicine, fodder, and other necessities. The present study was undertaken with the objectives, to document buckwheat-based traditional food products consumed in tribal areas and to standardize, and enrich in relation to nutritional quality. Some of the most common food products prepared from buckwheat flour were chilla/chilra, aktori, thispole, and poltu. These traditional meals are also known as 'functional foods' since they have high body-healing compounds, antioxidants, dietary fiber, and probiotics. The protein content of buckwheat-based traditional food products was higher and ranged from 9.61 to 10.08 percent, whereas iron, zinc, copper, calcium, magnesium, and potassium ranged from 1.50 to 1.68 percent, 1.18 to 1.28 percent, 45.74 to 45.81 percent, 0.49 to 0.51 percent, 1.10 to 1.34 percent, and 11.26 to 11.33 percent respectively. Among the different traditional food recipes of buckwheat, thispole was selected for nutritional enrichment and supplemented with spinach, fenugreek, and jaggery. The addition of spinach, fenugreek, and jaggery in thispole improved the nutritional quality and nutraceutical properties as well as the mineral composition. However, the organoleptic assessment revealed that, the overall acceptability of thispole combination with spinach, fenugreek, and jaggery ranged from 5.88-6.69, 5.69- 6.67 and 5.98-6.69 (on hedonic 9.0) of level of incorporation. The addition of spinach and fenugreek was acceptable at 20 and 30 percent while jaggery incorporation was acceptable at 20 percent. The higher level of these supplements can also be incorporated for nutritional quality and acceptability. Standardized traditional buckwheat-based food products have great potential for value-addition. So, buckwheat-based value-added products can be popularized by value addition which may enhance the income of farmers, farm ladies as well as entrepreneurs.
