Pratap Devkota

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Dr. Pratap Devkota is a leading voice in weed science, whose work is shaping the future of agricultural research. His primary focus lies in identifying and prioritizing critical research needs within the discipline, bridging the gap between current scientific efforts and the evolving challenges faced by growers. His most impactful contribution, the 2023 paper "A survey of weed research priorities: key findings and future directions," has already garnered 13 citations, establishing itself as a foundational reference for the field. This landmark study systematically surveyed weed scientists across the United States and Canada to map the most pressing research topics for the next decade, while also exposing critical gaps in current expertise and funding. By providing a clear, data-driven roadmap for the future of weed management, Dr. Devkota’s work directly informs funding agencies, academic curricula, and on-the-ground research agendas. His efforts ensure that the scientific community remains agile and focused on the most urgent problems, from herbicide resistance to sustainable control strategies, making him an essential architect of modern weed science.