Q1. What is the scope of M.Sc. Agronomy?
Ans. M.Sc. Agronomy professionals have big responsibilities to complete the food requirement for increasing population of India. To overcome this situation Government Department of Agriculture, Department of Horticulture, Plant protection organizations, Banking sector, NGOs and private sectors require M.Sc. Agronomy post graduates every year. However, most of the students tend to pursue Ph.D. in Agronomy for better prospect.
Q2. What is the relevance of M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy?
Ans. M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy is the most demanding professional degree in the present scenario. Most of the government, banking, NGOs and private sectors have huge requirement to complete their targets and achievements. M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy focuses on providing in depth academic intellect along with skills required in field and laboratory.
Q3. Is it mandatory to have agriculture in B.Sc. for opting M.Sc. (Ag.) Agronomy?
Ans. Yes, it is mandatory to have agriculture in B.Sc. for opting M.Sc. agronomy.
Q4. What are the industries/institutes that can be targeted for jobs/higher studies in India in Agriculture sector?
Ans. Following institutions and industries are in the search of M.Sc. Agronomy professional Indian agriculture research Institute, New Delhi, G.B.P.U.A&T. Pantnagar, TNAU, Punjab Agriculture University etc. Government Jobs sectors- Department of agriculture, Department of horticulture, Nationalized Banks, Private banks National and state seed corporations, KVKs, NABARD, NGOs, etc. Private companies- like Monsanto, Maharastra hybrid seeds private Ltd. VNR, Rashi seeds, Syngenta, Chambal fertilizers etc.