Dr. Sadashiv Nadukeri is an accomplished horticultural scientist and Associate Professor specializing in Plantation, Spices, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops (PSMAC). He has built a distinguished academic and professional career in horticulture, with extensive experience in teaching, research, technology development, student mentoring, and agricultural extension. His professional journey includes service with the State Department of Horticulture, Karnataka, and various academic and research institutions under the Keladi Shivappa Nayaka  University of Agricultural and Horticultural Sciences, Shivamogga.

Dr. Nadukeri has served as an Assistant Horticulture Officer, Assistant Professor, Drawing Officer and Station Head, and currently holds the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Plantation, Spices, Medicinal and Aromatic Crops. He has also served for approximately 10 years at the College of Horticulture, Mudigere, where he was actively involved in teaching medicinal and aromatic crops to undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Area of Specialization

His principal area of specialization is Horticulture, particularly Medicinal and Aromatic Plants and Plantation and Spice Crops. His academic and research interests focus on improving crop production, propagation, post-harvest practices, and quality enhancement of horticultural crops.

Teaching, Mentoring & Academic Guidance

Dr. Nadukeri has made substantial contributions to postgraduate education and research supervision. His academic guidance includes:

• Served as Chairperson/Guide for 15 M.Sc. Horticulture students.
• Served as an advisory committee member for 45 postgraduate students.
• Currently serving as an advisory committee member for 3 Ph.D. students.
• Serving as an advisory committee member for 1 postgraduate student at Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology, Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir.
• Extensive experience in teaching medicinal and aromatic crops at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Research Contributions

Dr. Nadukeri has demonstrated consistent research productivity in horticulture and allied agricultural sciences. He has published approximately 50 scientific papers in reputed national and international journals, along with contributions through popular articles, abstracts, review papers, book chapters, edited books, bulletins, folders, and training manuals.

He has handled 4 research projects and contributed to the development of 2 technologies, including:

1. Effect of drying techniques on the production of quality dry ginger.
2. Effect of grafting height on graft success in cashew.

He is also associated with 8 ongoing university research projects and 1 externally funded project.

Funded Research & Project Development

Among his ongoing externally supported research activities is the project on “Establishment of Model Nursery on Medicinal Plants,” funded by the National Medicinal Plants Board, with a sanctioned amount of ₹25.00 lakh in 2025. This work reflects his contribution to the development and promotion of medicinal plant cultivation and nursery technologies.

Awards & Professional Recognition

Dr. Nadukeri has received notable professional recognition for his academic and scientific contributions, including:

• Best Speaker Award at an International Conference on Agriculture held in Hyderabad in 2018.
• Fellow, Society for Applied Biotechnology, awarded in 2025 by the Society of Applied Biotechnology.

These recognitions demonstrate his active engagement in scientific communication, agricultural research, and professional organizations.

Overall Contribution

With extensive experience spanning horticultural research, higher education, crop improvement, medicinal and aromatic plant science, research project management, technology development, and postgraduate supervision, Dr. Sadashiv Nadukeri has established a significant professional profile in horticultural sciences. His combination of research publications, developed technologies, funded projects, teaching experience, and sustained contribution to student research demonstrates his commitment to advancing horticultural science and its practical applications.

Eligibility for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Sadashiv Nadukeri is eligible for consideration for the Best Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels based on his sustained contributions to horticultural research and education. His record includes 50 scientific publications, 4 completed research projects, 2 developed technologies, 8 ongoing university research projects, an externally funded medicinal-plants project worth ₹25 lakh, postgraduate and doctoral research guidance, and professional recognitions including the Best Speaker Award and Fellowship of the Society for Applied Biotechnology. His specialized work in plantation, spice, medicinal and aromatic crops further reflects a focused and meaningful contribution to agricultural and horticultural research.