Fouzia Anjum | Horticulture Extension | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Fouzia Anjum | Horticulture Extension | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Allama Iqbal open University, Pakistan

Summary:

Dr. Fouzia Anjum is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of agricultural sciences, with a specialization in agricultural extension and horticulture. With a Ph.D. from Allama Iqbal Open University and a robust teaching career spanning over nine years, she has made significant contributions to agricultural education and research. Dr. Anjum’s work bridges the gap between academic research and practical farming techniques, particularly in the context of rural Pakistan. She has actively contributed to curriculum development at AIOU and has been instrumental in launching horticultural projects on campus. Her commitment to agricultural development is evident through her involvement in various projects and her mentorship of students in agricultural sciences.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Dr. Fouzia Anjum earned her Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension from Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, with a thesis focusing on farmers’ adoption behavior concerning essential oil extraction technology of aromatic plants in the Pothwar region of Punjab, Pakistan. She holds an M.Sc. (Hons) in Horticulture and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Horticulture, both from PMAS-Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi, where her research concentrated on improving tomato fruit quality through foliar application of calcium chloride and magnesium oxide. Dr. Anjum’s academic excellence is evident through her consistent first-class achievements across all levels of her education.

🏢 Professional Experience:

Dr. Fouzia Anjum has over nine years of experience as a Lecturer in the Agricultural Sciences Department at Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU), Islamabad. From 2010 to 2020, she was involved in teaching, course coordination, and research supervision, particularly for the M.Sc. Forestry Extension program. She managed workshops, conducted viva voce exams, and facilitated research activities for students. In addition to her teaching role, Dr. Anjum held additional responsibilities as the In-charge of the Horticulture Section at AIOU from 2014 to 2018, where she played a key role in campus beautification and horticultural projects. She also contributed as an Instructional Designer and Scriptwriter at the Multimedia & Electronic Courseware Design Centre (MECDEC) at AIOU, developing course materials for agricultural education in local languages. Her work includes the development of scripts on poultry farming, vegetable growing, fruit production, and dairy farming for matric and intermediate-level courses.

Research Interests:

Dr. Anjum’s research interests encompass agricultural extension, horticulture, and sustainable farming practices. She is particularly focused on technology adoption in rural farming communities, essential oil extraction from aromatic plants, and improving fruit and vegetable production through innovative techniques. Her work also explores educational methodologies in agricultural sciences, aiming to enhance the delivery of agricultural education through multimedia and electronic courseware.

Author Metrics:

  • Ph.D. Thesis: “Analysis of farmers’ adoption behavior regarding essential oil extraction technology of aromatic plants in Pothwar region of Punjab, Pakistan”
  • M.Sc. Thesis: “Effect of foliar application of calcium chloride and magnesium oxide on fruit quality of tomato under controlled conditions”
  • Contributions to Courseware: Developed course materials for poultry farming, vegetable growing, fruit production, and dairy farming at AIOU

Top Noted Publication:

Title: A Cost-Benefit Analysis of Essential Oil Extraction Technology of Aromatic Plants in Pothwar Punjab, Pakistan

  • Authors: Anjum, F., Muhammad, S., Siddiqui, B.N., Anjum, M.S., Yaseen, M.
  • Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 218

Title: Adoption Behavior of Lemon Growers Towards Essential Oil Extraction Technology in the Pothwar Region of Punjab, Pakistan

  • Authors: Anjum, F., Muhammad, S., Siddiqui, B.N., Yaseen, M.
  • Journal: Ciencia Rural
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 54(10)