Dr. Prithwiraj Dey is a dedicated agronomist and researcher whose work focuses on developing sustainable agricultural systems that optimize soil health, enhance carbon sequestration, and minimize greenhouse gas emissions. By employing precision techniques and leveraging advanced crop sensing technology, Dr. Dey aims to optimize nutrient management, increase natural fiber yield and quality, and reduce the reliance on harmful chemicals.

His research emphasizes efficient waste fiber management to promote circular economy principles, ensuring minimal waste and maximum sustainability. Through a multidisciplinary approach integrating agronomy, soil science, plant nutrition, and cutting-edge technology, Dr. Dey develops innovative methods that improve soil health, reduce fertilizer inputs, and utilize precision management to optimize crop growth.

Dr. Dey’s work also explores advanced sensor technology for real-time crop monitoring and analysis, empowering farmers with actionable insights for informed decision-making. This supports the transition toward greener, environmentally friendly, and climate-resilient agricultural practices. His passion for fostering sustainable and resilient agricultural landscapes drives his commitment to making a positive impact on natural fiber production, resource optimization, and environmental sustainability.

Dr. Dey is actively involved in institutional responsibilities as a member of the Institute’s Sustainability Committee and Institute Ranking Committee.

Work Experience

Assistant Professor Grade-I, AGFE Department, IIT Kharagpur (Sep, 2024- T/D)

Assistant Professor Grade-II, AGFE Department, IIT Kharagpur (Sep, 2022- Sep, 2024)

Warden, Lal Bahadur Shastri (LBS) Hall of Residence, IIT Kharagpur (Oct , 2025- T/D)

Assistant Warden, B. R Ambedkar Hall of Residence, IIT Kharagpur (Jan , 2023- Sept. 2025)

Member, Institute Sustainability Committee, IIT Kharagpur (Jan, 2023 – T/D)
Member, Institute Ranking Cell, IIT Kharagpur (Jan, 2023 – T/D)

Mentor, Agribusiness Incubation Foundation (ABIF), AgFE, IIT Kharagpur (Jul, 2023- T/D)

Subject Matter Specialist (Crop Production), Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur, Bihar (Mar, 2022- Sep, 2022)

In-Charge, Commercial Seed Production Farm, KVK-Gopalgaj, Dr. RPCAU, Bihar (Mar, 2022-Sep, 2022)

Senior Research Fellow, Department of Agronomy, GBPUAT, Pantnagar (Sep, 2021-Mar, 2022)

ICAR-Senior Research Fellow, AICE-PhD 2018 (Aug, 2018-Sep, 2021)

ICAR-Junior Research Fellow, AIEEA PG 2016 (Jun,2016- Jun, 2018)

Regular Member, American Society of Agronomy (June, 2025-T/D)

Regular Member, Crop Science Society of America (June, 2025-T/D)
Regular Member, Soil Science Society of America (June, 2025-T/D)

Life Member, Indian Society of Agronomy (w.e.f Mar, 2023)
Life Member, Indian Society of Soil Science (w.e.f Sep, 2023)

Life Member, Indian Society of Weed Science (w.e.f Mar, 2018)

Academic roles

·         New Course Development

Elective Course- Conservation Agriculture & Sustainable Technologies (AG60215), (3-0-0), PG/RS Level

(Approved vide Senate Item 355.G.I.C.8, 355th Senate Meeting, IIT Kharagpur)

·         Teaching Assignments

UG Level Courses

Core Course-- Crop Production Technology (AG20202, AG20201), 3-0-0, UG Level

Core Course-- Crop Production Technology Lab. (AG29001, AG29002), 0-0-1, UG Level

Core Course-- DIY Project (DY17003), 0-0-3, UG Level

PG/RS Level Courses

Core Course-- Crop Production Systems (AG60061), 3-1-0, PG/RS level

Core Course-- Crop Production Systems Lab. (AG69027), 0-0-3, PG/RS level

Core Course-- Agricultural Production Systems Lab. (AG69035), 0-0-3, PG/RS level

Core Course-- Management and productivity (AG60062), 3-1-0, PG/RS level

Core Course-- Systems Approach in Agriculture (AG60064), 3-1-0, PG/RS level

Elective Course-- Soil-Plant-Water relationships (AG60092), 3-1-0, PG/RS level
Elective Course-- Conservation Agriculture & Sustainable Technologies (AG60215), (3-0-0), PG/RS Level

Academic Qualifications

Visiting Scholar DEFIAA-3 (Agroalimentaire)

French Ministry of Food and Agriculture,

University of Toulouse, ENSFEA Toulouse, EPLEFPA Pau, Perpignan, EPLEFPA Rodez La Roque, France

Doctor of Philosophy (Major: Agronomy, Minor: Soil Science); 

Gold Medalist, Bh. Ratna G.B. Pant Gold Medal Awardee, Association of Indian Universities (AIU) Best Thesis Award, Best Student Awardee

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar, UK, India

Research: “Optimization of fibre flax production technology through agronomic management”

Specializations: Nutrient Management, Biomass, Fibre Crops, Plant Adaptations

Master of Science in Agriculture (Major: Agronomy, Minor: Plant Physiology)

First Rank Certificate Holder (Eq. to Gold Medal), Two times Best Masters Student Awardee 

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar, UK, India

Research: “Weed Management Options for Spring Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. var. saccharata)”

Specializations: Weed Management, Plant Growth, Biotic Stress, Ecotoxicity

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Hons.

Uttar Banga Krishi Viswavidyalaya, WB, India

Academic Attainments

Bharat Ratna Pt. G.B. Pant Award & Gold Medal-2021-22: Awarded by GBPUAT, Pantnagar, India

ISA Best PhD Thesis Award- 2022: Awarded by Indian Society of Agronomy, New Delhi, India

AIU Best Thesis Award-2021-22: Awarded by Association of Indian Universities, New Delhi, India

Student Excellence Award-2022: Awarded by CoA, GBPUAT, Pantnagar, India

Student Excellence Award-2021: Awarded by CoA, GBPUAT, Pantnagar, India

ICAR- Junior Research Fellowship (2016-18): Awarded by ICAR, New Delhi, India (AIEEA-PG-2016, AIR-09, Agronomy).

ICAR- Senior Research Fellowship (2018-21): Awarded by ICAR, New Delhi, India (AICE-PGS-2018, AIR-13 in NRM-II, Agronomy).

Best M.Sc. Student Award-2018: Awarded by GBPUAT, Pantnagar, India

Young Achiever Award-2019: Awarded by Agricultural & Environmental Technology Development Society (AETDS), UK

Young Scholar Award-2019: Awarded by Society for World Environment, Food and Technology (SWEFT), New Delhi, India

Young Scientist Award-2021: Awarded at International Conference on New Paradigms for Agriculture, Food and Sustainability Concerns (NPAFSC-2021), Raichur, Karnataka, India.

Scientific Roles

Editorial Board Member, BMC Agriculture (Springer Nature) w,e.f. Nov. 2024

Editorial Board Member, Scientific Reports (Nature Portfolio) w.e.f. Nov, 2025 

Guest Editor, Computers & Electronics in Agriculture (Elsevier; IF 7.7)

Guest Editor, Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems (Frontiers; IF 3.7)

Academic Reviewer:

Computers & Electronics in Agriculture 

Scientific Reports 

Next Sustainability

Agricultural Water Management

European Journal of Agronomy

Fields Crop Research 

BMC Plant Biology

Geoderma

Industrial Crops & Products

Journal of Integrative Agriculture

Biosystems Engineering

Biomass & Bioenergy

Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis

Environmental Technology Innovation

Journal of Agriculture & Food Research

Journal of Natural Fibers etc.