Bhagirath Singh Chauhan

The University of Queensland, Agriculture and Food

Papers

Total Citations

251

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About

Bhagirath Singh Chauhan is a leading weed scientist whose research has profoundly shaped modern approaches to weed management in global agriculture. His work spans nonconventional weed management strategies, sustainable agriculture practices, and the challenges posed by evolving weed dynamics in contemporary farming systems. Chauhan's highly influential 2015 paper on nonconventional weed management strategies, which has garnered over 210 citations, underscores his recognition that intensive agricultural practices, climate change, and shifting environmental conditions demand innovative and adaptive weed control protocols to safeguard food security. His subsequent contributions have addressed the complexities of weed management in no-till farming systems and championed sustainable approaches that balance productivity with ecological responsibility. Chauhan has also examined real-world case studies, such as the successes and failures of glyphosate-tolerant cotton in Australia, a crop contributing approximately AUD $3 billion to agricultural production, demonstrating his commitment to translating research into practical outcomes. Through his extensive body of work, Chauhan has established himself as an authoritative voice in agricultural weed science, providing researchers, farmers, and policymakers with evidence-based frameworks to address one of crop production's most persistent and costly challenges.