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The Department of Forest Products Utilization and Wildlife Sciences (FPU and WLS) was established alongside the inception of the College of Forestry in the academic year 2017-18. The postgraduate program, M.Sc. (Forestry) in Forest Products Utilization, was introduced in the academic year 2022-23. The department is actively engaged in teaching, research, and extension activities, aligning with the mandate of the university.
In the field of teaching, the department offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs covering subjects such as Forest Products, Wood Science and Technology, Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs), Forest Certification, and Wildlife Sciences. Research activities encompass various funded and non-funded projects, including those carried out by undergraduate and postgraduate scholars. Wildlife Sciences, research is cantered on human-wildlife conflict mitigation, addressing a pressing challenge in contemporary agricultural landscapes. Extension efforts also include exposure visits and short-term training programs for farmers, local communities, and SHGs within the Bundelkhand region. The department’s extension activities focus on conducting training programs for farmers and Self-Help Groups (SHGs), emphasizing the manufacturing and value addition of forest products.
The Department of FPU and WLS plays a crucial role in promoting the sustainable use and conservation of forest resources. These resources are increasingly recognized for their ecological and economic significance at national and international levels. The department is dedicated to the assessment, evaluation, and sustainable management of forest products, contributing to global conservation efforts alongside the traditional focus on timber and other forest-based resources.
Vision
To emerge as a global centre of excellence in teaching, research and extension in agriculture and allied sciences in the country to ensure sustained healthy food, nutrition and livelihood security.
Mission
The university is committed to the cause of Indian agriculture through its quality teaching, demand-driven and location-specific research and extension programmes in the light of dynamism of socio-economic and agro ecological conditions, management perceptions, international trade scenarios and government policies.
Courses Offered as Per Fifth Deans Committee Report
College of Forestry – Forest Product Utilization
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Major Course / Compulsory | ||
| FPU 501* | I Non-Wood Forest Products Management | 2+1 |
| FPU 505* | I Forest Products Laboratory Techniques | 0+2 |
| FPU 509* | I Wood Identification | 0+2 |
| FPU 506* | II Agro-techniques of Medicinal and Aromatic Crops | 2+1 |
| FPU 510* | II Chemistry of Forest Products and Industries | 2+1 |
| FPU 511 | I Wood Chemistry | 1+1 |
| FPU 513 | I Wood Seasoning and Preservation | 2+1 |
| FPU 504 | II Composite Wood Technology | 2+1 |
| Optional | ||
| FPU 503 | I Pulp and Paper Technology | 2+1 |
| FPU 507 | I Breeding Techniques and Improvement of Medicinal and Aromatic Crops | 2+1 |
| FPU 515 | I Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in Health Care Systems | 2+0 |
| FPU 502 | II Applied Wood Technology | 2+1 |
| FPU 508 | II Chemistry and Processing of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants | 2+1 |
| FPU 512 | II Wood Physics | 1+1 |
| FPU 514 | II Production of Medicinal and Aromatic Crops | 1+1 |
| FPU 516 | II Pharmacognosy of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants | 1+1 |
Thrust Area of Research
- Survey, collection, characterization and conservation of economically important forest spp.
- Propagation of forest flora through conventional as well as non- conventional approaches i.e. PTC Technology.
- Development of seed orchard and seed production areas for the fulfilment of requirement of quality seeds.
- Characterizations of rare and endangered native /indigenous Forest tree species and their conservation.
Students’ Placement: PhD programme
| S.L. No. | Name of Students | ID | Placement Details | Major Advisor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mr. Sandeep Sahu | 1750 | Self employed | Dr. G.S Panwar |
| 2 | Ms. Sweta Gupta | 1759 | Selected as Guest faculty in CSAUA&T, Kanpur | Dr Narendra Singh |
| 3 | Ms. Aanchal Singh | 2074 | Assistant professor, IFTM, Muradabad | Dr Narendra Singh |
| 4 | Mr. Monu Kumar | 2073 | Selected as Guest faculty in P.K. University, Jhansi | Dr. Dinesh Sah |
Research and Innovation
- Development of sustainable forest product utilization techniques that minimize environmental impact.
- Advancing wildlife conservation strategies through the integration of modern technologies like GIS, remote sensing, and machine learning.
Capacity Building and Education
- Launching specialized courses in wildlife sciences, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable forest management.
- Establishing collaborations with national and international research institutes to provide students with global exposure and research opportunities.
Community Engagement and Outreach
- Promoting the sustainable use of forest resources among local communities to enhance their livelihoods while preserving biodiversity
- Organizing awareness programs and workshops on wildlife conservation and forest product utilization
