A doctoral course in agriculture improves research skills in the specific area of interest. The topics may include biodiversity, crop science, climate change, landscape design, resource management, agriculture economics, fruits and orchard management, etc. Here are a list of universities where one can pursue a doctorate:
Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswa Vidyalaya, Haringhata, West Bengal. Courses: PhD in agriculture economics, seed science and technology, vegetable science, spices and plantation crops, plant physiology, agriculture statistics.
Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi, Jhanrkhand. Courses: PhD in agriculture-extension education, soil science & agriculture chemistry, silviculture & agro-forestry.
Chaudhary Sarwan Kumar Agricultural Vishvavidyalaya, Plalampur, Himachal pradesh. Courses: PhD in plant breeding, vegetable science, agriculture economics, agronomy.
Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Solan Himachal Pradesh. Courses: PhD in agriculture economics, silviculture, tree improvement, agro-forestry.
Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics, Pune, Maharashtra. Course: PhD in agriculture economics.