Surender Singh

Meteorology and Geography offers a comprehensive exploration of the vital links between atmospheric phenomena, geographical features, and aquatic ecosystems, with a special focus on their influence on fisheries science. Recognizing the long-standing gap in fisheries curricula, this book integrates meteorological and geographical principles into a unified framework, highlighting how weather patterns, ocean currents, and coastal landscapes shape fish distribution, migration, productivity, and resilience. Developed in alignment with the ICAR Sixth Deans Committee Report, the text presents complex scientific concepts in an accessible manner, enriched with clear explanations, diagrams, examples, and practical applications. The logical progression of topics ensures readers build a strong foundation before advancing to more intricate interactions between climate, terrain, and aquatic life. This resource is designed for both students and faculty. For students, it serves as a definitive guide to understanding environmental influences on fisheries, providing the analytical tools needed for sustainable resource management. For faculty, it functions as a ready-to-use, well-structured teaching aid to support engaging and effective classroom delivery. By bridging disciplines, Meteorology and Geography empowers future fisheries professionals to approach environmental challenges holistically, promoting sustainable practices and fostering a deeper appreciation for the interconnected systems that sustain aquatic life.

Analytics in Meteorology: Data Transformation for Weather Intelligence bridges the gap between atmospheric science and modern data analytics. In an era of rapid climate change and data abundance, the book shows how to transform vast meteorological datasetsfrom satellites, ground stations, drones, and citizen scienceinto actionable insights. Covering atmospheric physics, data acquisition, quality control, statistical analysis, machine learning, visualization, and numerical weather prediction, it offers a unified framework for understanding and forecasting weather and climate. Designed for meteorologists, data scientists, researchers, students, and policymakers, this book equips readers to improve forecast accuracy, strengthen climate assessments, and support informed decision-making. Combining theory, tools, and real-world applications, it provides the essential foundation for harnessing Weather Intelligence to meet today environmental challenges.

The book Agroclimatology of Vegetable Crops: Classification and Cultivation is a specialized academic resource that focuses on the interplay between climate and vegetable crop production. This book delves into the principles of agroclimatology with a specific focus on vegetable cultivation, addressing both scientific foundations and practical applications. It emphasizes the role of climate elementssuch as temperature, rainfall, humidity, sunshine, and windin determining the growth, development, yield, and quality of various vegetable crops. Each chapter integrates agroclimatic insights with crop physiology, offering detailed analyses of weather-sensitive stages in vegetables like tomato, potato, onion, cabbage, and leafy greens. The book also examines how climate variability and extreme weather events, exacerbated by climate change, impact vegetable farming systems. In response, it proposes adaptive strategies including altered sowing dates, microclimate management, use of climate-resilient varieties, and adoption of protected cultivation practices like greenhouses and net houses. The text highlights the importance of agrometeorological services such as weather forecasting, early warning systems, and advisories tailored to vegetable farmers. Various tools/techniques are also discussed for precision planning and resource optimization. Through case studies and regional analyses, the book offers practical insights for diverse agroecological zones, supporting both smallholders and commercial growers. It serves as a vital resource for researchers, extension specialists, policymakers, and students by linking agroclimatic science with strategic planning and sustainable olericultural development.