Dr. Ishani Sharma
Fruit Scientist | Horticulture Researcher | Orchard Management & Crop Physiology Specialist, Himachal Pradesh, India
IMPARC ID: IMP-MM-HFS-HP-IND-2025-2120
Profile Summary
Dr. Ishani Sharma is a Fruit Science researcher with advanced expertise in horticultural sciences, fruit crop production, orchard management, fruit and plant physiology, and total quality management. She has strong research experience in high-density planting systems, focusing on pruning, growth retardants, micronutrients, and plant growth regulators to enhance vegetative growth, canopy microclimate, and crop productivity. Her academic and practical exposure includes extensive fieldwork, laboratory analysis using advanced analytical instruments, data analysis, nursery management, and sustainable horticultural practices. She has contributed to numerous research publications, book chapters, and conference presentations, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing climate-resilient and sustainable horticulture.
Subject Matter Expertise
STEM → Agriculture →
– Horticulture
– Agronomy & Crop Science
Environmental, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences →
– Ecology
Applied Ecology
– Horticulture
– Agronomy & Crop Science
Environmental, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences →
– Ecology
Applied Ecology
Mentorship Offered
Research →
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Feasibility Study
Writing →
– Technical Writing
– Scientific Proofreading & Editing
Consulting →
– Scientific and Technical Consulting
– Scientific and Technical Research
– Feasibility Study
Writing →
– Technical Writing
– Scientific Proofreading & Editing
Consulting →
– Scientific and Technical Consulting
Work Experience Summary
Dr. Ishani Sharma has gained hands-on professional experience through academic training programs, village attachments, industrial training, and university-led experiential learning initiatives. Her experience spans fruit and vegetable crop production, nursery and orchard management, mushroom cultivation, post-harvest handling, marketing of horticultural produce, and rural agricultural engagement. She has also participated in state-level horticulture development initiatives and advanced laboratory training programs.
Organization Name: Vegetable Farmers, Basa and Bajira Area
Job Title: Trainee (Village Attachment Program)
Description:Participated in vegetable production and marketing activities; engaged with local farmers on cultivation practices, nursery operations, and sale of vegetable plants.
Organization Name: Ravi Mushroom Farm, Jawali, Kangra
Job Title: Industrial Trainee
Description:Gained hands-on experience in mushroom cultivation, production techniques, post-harvest handling, and marketing of mushrooms.
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni
Job Title: Experience Learning Program Participant
Description:Acquired practical experience in vegetable crop cultivation, nursery management, seedling propagation, transplanting, and plant health monitoring; trained in mushroom cultivation including button and shiitake mushrooms; involved in harvesting, marketing, and sale of produce; participated in Rural Awareness Work Experience (RAWE) programs across Shimla, Kullu, Chamba, and Jacch.
Institution Name: National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali
Job Title: Trainee
Description:Completed hands-on training workshop on High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data interpretation.
Job Title: Trainee (Village Attachment Program)
Description:Participated in vegetable production and marketing activities; engaged with local farmers on cultivation practices, nursery operations, and sale of vegetable plants.
Organization Name: Ravi Mushroom Farm, Jawali, Kangra
Job Title: Industrial Trainee
Description:Gained hands-on experience in mushroom cultivation, production techniques, post-harvest handling, and marketing of mushrooms.
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni
Job Title: Experience Learning Program Participant
Description:Acquired practical experience in vegetable crop cultivation, nursery management, seedling propagation, transplanting, and plant health monitoring; trained in mushroom cultivation including button and shiitake mushrooms; involved in harvesting, marketing, and sale of produce; participated in Rural Awareness Work Experience (RAWE) programs across Shimla, Kullu, Chamba, and Jacch.
Institution Name: National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali
Job Title: Trainee
Description:Completed hands-on training workshop on High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), including sample preparation, instrument operation, and data interpretation.
Educational Summary
Dr. Ishani Sharma has completed her Ph.D., M.Sc., and B.Sc. (Hons.) in Horticulture with specialization in Fruit Science, consistently achieving first-division academic standing with merit certificates. Her education emphasizes fruit crop physiology, horticultural production systems, and research-driven agricultural innovation.
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, India
Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Field / Description: Horticulture (Fruit Science)
Duration: 2022 – 2025
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Hamirpur, India
Degree Title: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Field / Description: Horticulture (Fruit Science)
Duration: 2019 – 2021
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, India
Degree Title: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Hons.)
Field / Description: Horticulture
Duration: 2015 – 2019
Degree Title: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Field / Description: Horticulture (Fruit Science)
Duration: 2022 – 2025
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Hamirpur, India
Degree Title: Master of Science (M.Sc.)
Field / Description: Horticulture (Fruit Science)
Duration: 2019 – 2021
Institution Name: Dr. Yashwant Singh Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, India
Degree Title: Bachelor of Science (B.Sc. Hons.)
Field / Description: Horticulture
Duration: 2015 – 2019
Awards & Recognitions
Dr. Ishani Sharma has participated in multiple national and international workshops, training programs, webinars, and conferences focused on plant breeding data analysis, climate-resilient agriculture, natural farming technologies, and sustainable horticultural practices.
Title: Advanced Genetics and Plant Breeding Data Analysis Workshop
Issued By: Agricultural Research Substation, Sumerpur (Pali), Agriculture University, Jodhpur
Title: International Workshop on Pioneering Techniques in Life Science – Tools for Tomorrow’s Discoveries
Issued By: Career Point University, Hamirpur
Title: Natural Farming Technologies for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Coffee Production
Issued By: Central Coffee Research Institute, Coffee Board of India
Issued By: Agricultural Research Substation, Sumerpur (Pali), Agriculture University, Jodhpur
Title: International Workshop on Pioneering Techniques in Life Science – Tools for Tomorrow’s Discoveries
Issued By: Career Point University, Hamirpur
Title: Natural Farming Technologies for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Coffee Production
Issued By: Central Coffee Research Institute, Coffee Board of India
Publication Summary
Dr. Ishani Sharma has authored and co-authored a wide range of research articles, review papers, book chapters, and popular science articles focusing on fruit crop physiology, plant growth regulators, micronutrients, climate impacts on fruiting, sustainable processing, and value addition in horticultural crops.
Title: Plant Growth Regulators: Key Drivers of Fruit Crop Productivity
Published In: Book – Fruit Crops Science
Year: 2025
Title: Climatic Influences on Flowering Dynamics, Reproductive Development and Fruit Set in Litchi cv. Dehradun
Journal: Current Science
Volume / Issue / Pages: 128(04): 0368
Year: 2025
Title: Glimpse of Multifaceted Therapeutic Potential of Litchi (Litchi chinensis Sonn.): From Traditional Medicine to Modern Applications
Journal: Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology
Volume / Issue / Pages: 28(2): 163–178
Year: 2025
Title: Recent Trends in Crop Regulation as a Base of Round-Year Fruit Production for Profitable Market Returns to Grower: A Review
Journal: Plant Archives
Volume / Issue / Pages: 24(2): 75–84
Year: 2024
Title: Enhancing Germination and Growth in Fruit Crops: A Comprehensive Review of Pre-Sowing Treatments
Journal: International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research
Volume / Issue / Pages: 10(10): 100–114
Year: 2024
Title: Cultivating Green Gold: Avocado
Published In: Popular/Professional Article
Year: 2024
Title: Synergistic Effects of Plant Growth Regulators and Micronutrients on Vegetative and Reproductive Traits of Kinnow Mandarin
Journal: Agriculture Association of Textile Chemical and Critical Reviews Journal
Volume / Issue / Pages: 13(1): 189–194
Year: 2025
Title: Application of Spectrophotometry in Fruit Crop Analysis
Published In: Current Research Progress in Agricultural Sciences
Volume / Pages: Vol. 10: 49–55
Year: 2025
Title: Use of Biostimulants in Fruit Crop Enhancement
Journal: Biotica Research
Volume / Issue / Pages: 6(6): 000–000
Year: 2024
Title: Zestful Ingenuity: Unleashing the Hidden Potential of Citrus Peels in a World of Culinary and Sustainable Wonders
Journal: Just Agriculture
Volume / Issue / Pages: 4(2): 23–28
Year: 2024
Title: Safe Processing of Fruits and Vegetables for Quality
Journal: [Journal Name Not Specified]
ISSN: 2583-3146
Volume / Issue: Volume 4, Issue 1
Month / Year: April 2024
Title: Chapter on Star Apple
Published In: Book – Minor Fruit Crop
Year: 2024
Event: Advanced Genetics and Plant Breeding Data Analysis Workshop
Type: 5-Day National Workshop
Organized By: Agricultural Research Substation, Sumerpur (Pali), Agriculture University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Role / Outcome: Acquired statistical and computational proficiency in modern plant breeding data analysis
Event: 8th National Convention – “Agriculture for Developed Bharat – Vision 2047”
Type: National Convention
Role: Paper Presenter
Paper Presented: Achievements in Agricultural Engineering in Independent India: Solutions and Future Directions – Scaling Up Sustainable Citrus Peel Solutions
Recognition: Appreciated for innovative application of fruit waste valorization
Event: International Workshop – “Pioneering Techniques in Life Science: Tools for Tomorrow’s Discoveries”
Type: International Workshop
Organized By: Division of Zoology, Career Point University, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
Role / Outcome: Trained in advanced molecular and analytical techniques for biological research
Event: Natural Farming Technologies for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Coffee Production
Type: Online Training (5 Days)
Organized By: Central Coffee Research Institute, Coffee Board of India, Karnataka
Role / Outcome: Learned shade-grown coffee production systems and organic management practices
Event: Green Revolution – A Journey from Mexico to Bharat
Type: National Training-cum-Workshop (21 Days)
Role / Outcome: Explored the evolution of India’s agricultural transformation and future sustainability challenges
Event: National Webinar – “Millets: Empowering Women and Providing Nutritional Security”
Type: National Webinar
Organized By: Hindustan Agricultural Research Welfare Society & IIMT University, Meerut
Role / Outcome: Participated in discussions on millet-based food security and women empowerment
Event: 5th International Conference on Climate Change and Its Impact (CCI-2023)
Type: International Conference
Role: Poster Presenter
Poster Title: Effect of Pre-Sowing Treatment on Nursery Development of Mango
Outcome: Received positive review for innovation in nursery management practices
Published In: Book – Fruit Crops Science
Year: 2025
Title: Climatic Influences on Flowering Dynamics, Reproductive Development and Fruit Set in Litchi cv. Dehradun
Journal: Current Science
Volume / Issue / Pages: 128(04): 0368
Year: 2025
Title: Glimpse of Multifaceted Therapeutic Potential of Litchi (Litchi chinensis Sonn.): From Traditional Medicine to Modern Applications
Journal: Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology
Volume / Issue / Pages: 28(2): 163–178
Year: 2025
Title: Recent Trends in Crop Regulation as a Base of Round-Year Fruit Production for Profitable Market Returns to Grower: A Review
Journal: Plant Archives
Volume / Issue / Pages: 24(2): 75–84
Year: 2024
Title: Enhancing Germination and Growth in Fruit Crops: A Comprehensive Review of Pre-Sowing Treatments
Journal: International Journal of Environmental and Agriculture Research
Volume / Issue / Pages: 10(10): 100–114
Year: 2024
Title: Cultivating Green Gold: Avocado
Published In: Popular/Professional Article
Year: 2024
Title: Synergistic Effects of Plant Growth Regulators and Micronutrients on Vegetative and Reproductive Traits of Kinnow Mandarin
Journal: Agriculture Association of Textile Chemical and Critical Reviews Journal
Volume / Issue / Pages: 13(1): 189–194
Year: 2025
Title: Application of Spectrophotometry in Fruit Crop Analysis
Published In: Current Research Progress in Agricultural Sciences
Volume / Pages: Vol. 10: 49–55
Year: 2025
Title: Use of Biostimulants in Fruit Crop Enhancement
Journal: Biotica Research
Volume / Issue / Pages: 6(6): 000–000
Year: 2024
Title: Zestful Ingenuity: Unleashing the Hidden Potential of Citrus Peels in a World of Culinary and Sustainable Wonders
Journal: Just Agriculture
Volume / Issue / Pages: 4(2): 23–28
Year: 2024
Title: Safe Processing of Fruits and Vegetables for Quality
Journal: [Journal Name Not Specified]
ISSN: 2583-3146
Volume / Issue: Volume 4, Issue 1
Month / Year: April 2024
Title: Chapter on Star Apple
Published In: Book – Minor Fruit Crop
Year: 2024
Academic Events Attended
Event: Advanced Genetics and Plant Breeding Data Analysis Workshop
Type: 5-Day National Workshop
Organized By: Agricultural Research Substation, Sumerpur (Pali), Agriculture University, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Role / Outcome: Acquired statistical and computational proficiency in modern plant breeding data analysis
Event: 8th National Convention – “Agriculture for Developed Bharat – Vision 2047”
Type: National Convention
Role: Paper Presenter
Paper Presented: Achievements in Agricultural Engineering in Independent India: Solutions and Future Directions – Scaling Up Sustainable Citrus Peel Solutions
Recognition: Appreciated for innovative application of fruit waste valorization
Event: International Workshop – “Pioneering Techniques in Life Science: Tools for Tomorrow’s Discoveries”
Type: International Workshop
Organized By: Division of Zoology, Career Point University, Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh
Role / Outcome: Trained in advanced molecular and analytical techniques for biological research
Event: Natural Farming Technologies for Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Coffee Production
Type: Online Training (5 Days)
Organized By: Central Coffee Research Institute, Coffee Board of India, Karnataka
Role / Outcome: Learned shade-grown coffee production systems and organic management practices
Event: Green Revolution – A Journey from Mexico to Bharat
Type: National Training-cum-Workshop (21 Days)
Role / Outcome: Explored the evolution of India’s agricultural transformation and future sustainability challenges
Event: National Webinar – “Millets: Empowering Women and Providing Nutritional Security”
Type: National Webinar
Organized By: Hindustan Agricultural Research Welfare Society & IIMT University, Meerut
Role / Outcome: Participated in discussions on millet-based food security and women empowerment
Event: 5th International Conference on Climate Change and Its Impact (CCI-2023)
Type: International Conference
Role: Poster Presenter
Poster Title: Effect of Pre-Sowing Treatment on Nursery Development of Mango
Outcome: Received positive review for innovation in nursery management practices