Education Qualification
• Ph.D., M.Sc. Vegetable Science and B.Sc. (Hons.) Horticulture
Designation
Experience
Department
Research Area
• Organic Vegetable Production
• Hydroponics
• Vertical Farming
• Landscaping and designing
• Orchard Management
• Post-harvest Management
• Agrivoltaic Farming
General Information
Dr. Kalpesh S. Vaghela is a dedicated researcher and educator with a strong background in horticulture, specializing in vegetable science. He earned his Ph.D. from ASPEE College of Horticulture and Forestry, NAU, Navsari, and has also qualified for the ASRB-ICAR NET exam. During his doctoral studies, he made a significant contribution to onion research by studying geometric spacing and evaluating different onion varieties. His research also focused on analyzing the chemical properties of onions during harvest and storage. Beyond research, he is actively involved in academics, delivering lectures on various courses. He leads multiple projects as a Principal Investigator (PI), Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI), and mentor. His dedication to teaching and research reflects his commitment to students' overall development. He has also contributed to academic literature with seven research papers, five articles, and three book chapters, strengthening his reputation as a prolific researcher in horticulture. In addition, he serves as a Placement Officer in the institute, helping students secure career opportunities. His expertise, dedication, and teaching skills make him a valuable member of GUNI-KKIASR.
Profile
Research papers
1. K. S. Vaghela, V. K. Parmar, Y. N. Tandel and Upma Gamit (2022). Effect of varieties and spacing on growth, physiological attributes and yield of onion under South Gujarat condition. The Parma Innovation Journal. 11(7): 680-683.
2. K. S. Vaghela, K. M. Patel, B. A. Jethava and S. R. Nadoda (2019). Economics, fertility status and microbial count on soil of onion (Allium cepa L.) cv. GJRO-11 as influenced by organic, inorganic and biofertilizer. International Journal of Chemical Studies.7 (4): 1538-1540.
3. K. S. Vaghela, K. M. Patel and S. R. Nadoda (2019). Effect of organic, inorganic and biofertilizer on growth and yield of onion (Allium cepa L.) cv. GJRO-11. International Journal of Chemical Studies.7 (4): 2358-2361.
4. Upma Gamit, D. R. Bhanderi, R. V. Tank and K. S. Vaghela (2022). Effect of integrated nutrient management on growth and yield attributes of cluster bean under South Gujarat conditions. The Parma Innovation Journal. 11(9): 1173-1178.
5. S. R. Nadoda, A. V. Kotecha, K. S. Vaghela, J. M. Aal (2020). Effect of Different Organic Manures and PGPR Consortium on Growth and Yield of Bottle Gourd (Lagenaria siceraria Mol. Standl.) CV. Anand Bottle Gourd-1. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences. 9 (3): 1467-1474.
6. S. R. Nadoda, A. V. Kotecha, K. S. Vaghela, J. M. Aal (2020). Effect of different organic manures and PGPR consortium on quality of bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria MOL. STANDL.) CV. Anand bottle gourd-1. International Journal of Chemical Studies. 8 (2): 1842-1845.
7. S. G. Sakriya, Sonal J. vaja, Savankumar Patel, Kalpesh Vaghela, Mahesh. K. N. and S. N. sarvaiya (2023). Exploitation of heterosis for yield and yield attributes in okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench]. The Parma Innovation Journal. 12(6): 4008-4013.
Books/ Book chapters
1. K. S. Vaghela, S. Mathew, Adarsh. S. and V. K. Parmar (2022). Chapter entitled “NANOPARTICLES – A BOON TO AGRICULTURAL AND HORTICULTURAL CROPS” Futuristic Trends in Agriculture Engineering & Food Science, (Volume 02), 1, Chapter-3, 14-24.
2. K. S. Vaghela, D. R. Kanzaria, Deepak D. Sharma and V. K. Parmar (January, 2024). Chapter entitled “Soil Fertility Management in Organic Vegetable Farming” Current Research in Soil Science, (Volume 17), 1, 85-104.
3. Deepak D. Sharma, Ankit R. Chaudhary, K. S. Vaghela and Rajdip Vaja (2024, January). Chapter entitled “Production Issues in Organic Farming in Soil Fertility and Nutrient Management” Current Research in Soil Science, (Volume 17), 1, 67-82.
Articles
1. K. S. Vaghela, Adarsh S., and V. K. Parmar (2021). Horticultural Crops and Nanoparticles. 2nd International Web-Conference on Smart Agriculture for Resource Conservation and Ecological Stability, October 29-31, 2021. Pp (24).
2. K. S. Vaghela, Upma Gamit and Mital Dudhat (2020). એક એવી પ્રવ્રુતી જેમા બાળકોને તાજા શાકભાજીની સાથે-સાથે શિક્ષણ મળશે. ક્રૂષિ ગોવિદ્યા, Julay-2020, 36-37.
3. Mukesh Zinzala, Kalpesh Vaghela and Nitin Ahir (2021, March). વર્મિકમ્પોસ્ટ બનાવાની સાચી રીત. ક્રૂષિ પ્રભાત, 2.
4. Mukesh Zinzala, Kalpesh Vaghela and Nitin Ahir (2021, March). વર્મિકમ્પોસ્ટના ફાયદાઓ જાણો અને કમાણી વધારો. ક્રૂષિ પ્રભાત, 2.
5. Upma Gamit, K. S. Vaghela, Mital Dudhat and Mahesh K. N. (2024, January) Pollination Problems and Its control in Temperate Fruit Crops. Agriculture & Food E-Newsletter, Volume (6), 01, 463-465.
Award and Achievement:
1. Best Ph. D. Thesis Award (2023): Best Ph.D. thesis award was provided to Dr. Kalpesh Vaghela at 5th International Conference on Global Insight on Research and development in Agriculture, Horticulture and Allied Sciences at G. H. Raisoni University, Saikheda (MP).
2. SHODH- ScHeme of Developing High Quality Research Scholarship (2019): Dr. Kalpesh Vaghela was awarded with a stipend for SHODH- ScHeme of Developing High Quality Research Scholarship, Government of Gujarat.
RESEARCH PROJECTS
Ongoing research projects
1. Vertical Bio-Wall
Research projects completed
1. Quality seed production of Hybrid Cotton
2. Scientific cultivation of Oyster Mushroom (Check with Jasmee mam Title)
Students project under mentorship
1. Protocol establishment for micro green cultivation in different growth media
2. A Comparative study to evaluate plant extracts with synthetic hormones for their PGR properties