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P. Maheswara Reddy

Publications (10)

Density and Dry Matter Accumulation of Grasses, Sedges and Broadleaved Weeds as Influenced by Weed Management Practices in Sesame

K. A. Rekhasree, P. Maheswara Reddy, M. Madhan Mohan, S. Tirumala Reddy & V. Chandrika · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2025

A field experiment was conducted during the rabi season of 2024–25 on sandy loam soils at the S.V. Agricultural College Farm, Tirupati. The experiment was laid out in a randomized block design (RBD) with three replications, comprising of ten weed management treatments. Among the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2025/v31i123796

Chemical Weed Management in Sesame: A Review

K. A. Rekhasree & P. Maheswara Reddy · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

This review aims to consolidate and critically examine the studies conducted on different pre- and post-emergence herbicides evaluated for their effectiveness in weed management in sesame, with a focus on their impact on weed suppression, crop growth, and yield performance. Sesam...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i82292

Growth and Yield of Rabi Sesame as Influenced by Weed Management Practices

K. A. Rekhasree, P. Maheswara Reddy, S. Tirumala Reddy, M. Madhan Mohan & V. Chandrika · Asian Research Journal of Agriculture · 2025

A field experiment was conducted during the rabi season of 2024–25 on sandy loam soils at the S.V. Agricultural College Farm, Tirupati which is geographically situated at 13.5°N latitude and 79.5°E longitude. The experiment was laid out in a randomized block design (RBD) with thr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arja/2025/v18i2705

Impact of Chlormequat Chloride and Maleic Hydrazide on Morpho-physiological Parameters in Rice (Oryza Sativa L.)

K. Tressa Naidu, A. R. Nirmal Kumar, V. Umamahesh & P. Maheswara Reddy · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2026

Rice is a key staple crop supporting global food security, particularly in Asia. In coastal rice-growing regions, increasing climate variability, including heavy rainfall and flooding at maturity, has led to greater incidences of lodging and pre-harvest sprouting, resulting in yi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i64006

Influence of Chlormequat Chloride and Maleic Hydrazide on Yield and Yield Components of Rice (Oryza sativa L.)

K. Tressa Naidu, A. R. Nirmal Kumar, V. Umamahesh & P. Maheswara Reddy · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Rice productivity is often affected by climate variability and lodging, especially in coastal regions, leading to yield losses and poor grain quality. Plant growth regulators such as chlormequat chloride and maleic hydrazide are used to modify plant growth and improve assimilate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i66097

Influence of Sowing Windows on Growth and Yield of Fodder Oat Varieties in Southern Agro-climatic Zone of Andhra Pradesh, India

C. Lakshmi, S. Tirumula Reddy, CH. Bhargava Rami Reddy, P. Maheswara Reddy & V. Chandrika · Asian Research Journal of Agriculture · 2025

The present experiment was carried out at dryland farm of Sri Venkateswra Agricultural College, Tirupati, ANGRAU-India during rabi, 2024-25 on sandy loam soils. The experiment laid out in the randomized block design with factorial concept and replicated thrice. The results of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arja/2025/v18i2703

Development and Validation of a Knowledge Test for Assessing Dryland Farmers' Understanding of Redgram (Cajanus cajan L.) Cultivation

M. Chennamadhava, P.L.R.J. Praveena, Suman Roy, P. Maheswara Reddy & J. Nikhil · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2024

The study aimed to assess the knowledge levels of dryland farmers regarding critical interventions in redgram cultivation. Utilizing a structured and standardized knowledge test, the research sought to measure the understanding and practices among farmers in relation to key agron...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2024/v30i102460

Content Analysis of Knowledge and Adoption of Climate-resilient Cotton Production Practices among Dryland Farmers

M. Chennamadhava, P. L. R. J. Praveena, T. Lakshmi & P. Maheswara Reddy · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Cotton is a vital crop for smallholder farmers in India, particularly in the rainfed regions of Andhra Pradesh. The dryland farming is vulnerable to climate change, water scarcity, and soil degradation, leading to reduced crop yields and decreased livelihood security. Critical in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i94436

Influential Factors Shaping Farmers Knowledge Levels Regarding Critical Interventions in Dryland Farming in Drought Prone Region of Andhra Pradesh

M. Chennamadhava, P. L. R. J. Praveena, T. Lakshmi & P. Maheswara Reddy · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

This study was conducted to investigate the profile, knowledge, and adoption of critical interventions among dryland farmers in the Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh. Ex post facto research design was followed for the study and a sample of 120 dryland farmers were drawn. The re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i94420

Identifying Constraints to Dryland Farming: A Study of Technical, Socio-personal, and Financial Barriers in Drought Prone Area of Andhra Pradesh, India

M. Chennamadhava, P.L.R.J. Praveena, T. Lakshmi & P. Maheswara Reddy · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2024

Dryland farming is a crucial agricultural practice in many regions, but farmers face various constraints that hinder its adoption. This study investigated the technical, socio-personal, and financial constraints faced by dryland farmers in Prakasam district of Andhra Pradesh. A s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2024/v14i94418