Dr. Kaveri Khairnar is an accomplished Agricultural Economist with a strong academic foundation and a distinguished record of research, teaching, and extension activities. She has contributed extensively to agricultural policy analysis, farm economics, technology adoption, and rural development, with a special focus on improving farmer income and economic resilience.

Research Expertise & Focus Areas

Her core research areas include agricultural economics, price behaviour of crops, farm-level economic impact assessment, technology adoption in agriculture, and application of artificial intelligence for farm decision-making. Her work bridges empirical research and policy relevance, addressing real-world challenges faced by farming communities.

Research Output & Scientific Impact

Dr. Khairnar has authored 31 research papers in reputed national and international journals, including NAAS-rated publications (>6). Her research has achieved 142 citations, with 83 citations since 2021, reflecting sustained relevance and growing impact. She holds an h-index of 7 and an i10-index of 3, demonstrating consistent scholarly contribution. Additionally, she has published conference proceedings and popular extension articles in Marathi, ensuring knowledge dissemination beyond academia.

Awards & Recognitions

She is the recipient of several prestigious recognitions, including the Young Women Scientist Award (2023) for contributions to agricultural economics, the Best Ph.D. Thesis Award (2024) for research excellence and policy relevance, and the Best Paper Presentation Award (2025) at the national level for her study on the economic impact of sugarcane variety Co-86032 on farm economy in Maharashtra.

Extension, Outreach & Societal Impact

Dr. Khairnar has actively engaged in radio-based extension outreach through All India Radio (AIR) and university platforms. Her Marathi radio talks on market intelligence, cost reduction, income stabilization, and AI in agriculture have significantly enhanced awareness and decision-making capacity among farmers, reinforcing her commitment to rural empowerment.

Academic Leadership & Service

She has played key roles in academic governance and evaluation, serving as a CAS Scrutiny Committee Member, Paper Setter and Evaluator for UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs, and Postgraduate Research Supervisor. She has also contributed as a Rapporteur in Board of Studies and Research Review Committee meetings, supporting institutional academic quality and research planning.

Capacity Building & Professional Development

Dr. Khairnar has completed multiple national-level training programs in Precision Agriculture, Policy Analysis, and Solar-Powered Irrigation over the last decade, reflecting her commitment to continuous professional growth and interdisciplinary competence.

Eligibility for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Kaveri Khairnar is highly eligible for the Best Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels due to her strong publication record, measurable citation impact, national and international recognitions, and clear policy and societal relevance of her research. Her integrated contributions to research, academic mentorship, and farmer-centric extension activities exemplify the core values of scientific excellence, innovation, and social impact that define the Best Researcher Award.