Dr. Korla Madhu Kumar
Scientist ( Plant Breeding) and Head
Agricultural Research Station,
Ragolu, 532484, Srikakulam Dist.
Email : ars.ragolu@angrau.ac.in, k.madhukumar@angrau.ac.in
Mobile: 9618186286 Off: 08942-279836
Expertise in one line : Experience in varietal development in Rice, Pulses, sugarcane and Mesta Breeding and seed production.
Notable contributions :
Contributed towards development of CVRC varieties AMV-8, AMV-9, AMV-10 and AMV- 11 in Mesta ( Hibiscus sabdarifa).
Contributed towards development of SVRC varieties 2009A 109 and 2009 A 252 in Sugarcane ( Saccharum officinarum).
Contributed towards development of minikit cultures RGL 7016, RGL 7030, RGL 7034, RGL 7038 and RGL 7039 and RGL 7045 in Rice ( Oryza sativa).
Production and distribution of Breeder seed in paddy, Blackgram and greengram.
Research Interests :
Development of varieties in paddy and pulses suitable for different ecosystems.
Professional recognition :
Varietal development in Rice, Pulses, sugarcane and Mesta Breeding and seed production
Research publications :
International/National Journals: 49
Conference proceedings: 42
Books and Book chapters: -
Technical bulletins: -
Popular articles: 5
Any others: -
Awards & Honours :
Made significant contributions for receiving best research station award (ANGRAU) for Agricultural
Research Station, Ragolu for the year 2017 and 2024.
Made significant contributions for receiving AICRP best centre award in sugarcane for Regional
Agricultural Research Station, Anakapalle for the year 2017 and in rice for Agricultural Research
Station, Ragolu for the year 2024.