Dr. M. Mohana Keerthi, Ph.D., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agronomy, School of Agriculture, SR University, Warangal. His research expertise encompasses irrigation water and nutrient management, aerobic rice cultivation, sustainable crop production, precision agriculture, and climate-resilient farming systems. His research integrates fundamental agronomic principles with emerging technologies, including machine learning (ML), the Internet of Things (IoT), remote sensing, and data-driven decision-support systems to advance sustainable agricultural development and enhance crop productivity.

His research interests encompass precision nutrient and water management, soil health, climate-smart agriculture, crop productivity, sustainable food systems, and digital transformation in agriculture. He has contributed to interdisciplinary research published in reputed international journals and scholarly platforms, including Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, Frontiers in Plant Science-related research, Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Current Plant Biology, The Science of Nature, Ecological Frontiers, and Chemical and Biological Technologies in Agriculture. His publications include research articles, review papers, book chapters, and IEEE & Springer conference proceedings, with contributions to Scopus-indexed and SCIE-indexed publications, including Q1 journals.

Dr. Keerthi has also contributed to intellectual property development through patents and published patent applications focused on smart farming, AI-enabled weed management, precision irrigation, and agricultural mechanization. Recognized with several academic and research awards, he is committed to advancing impactful, interdisciplinary research, mentoring young researchers, and translating scientific innovations into practical solutions for sustainable agriculture, farmer prosperity, and global food security.