SRINIVAS KATHERASALA

@osmania.ac.in

Research Associate, Department of Sociology and Social Work
OSMANIA UNIVESITY

SRINIVAS KATHERASALA


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Katherasala Srinivas is a Senior Research Fellow, presently he is working on best innovative models for successful Agriculture in Rural India, under the award of Junior Research Fellowship (JRF), sponsored by University Grants Commission, Government of India. This research is related to find out the best models in agriculture, for producing maximum production with minimum cost, and less usage of pesticide, and also economic growth of farmers in Rural India. The study contains descriptive methodology, by studying the successful farmers who already experts in doing sustainable farming.

EDUCATION

Doctorand, MSW/NET/JRF. MA(Pub Admin)/SET/NET. Pursuing Ph.D

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Multidisciplinary, Social Sciences, General Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Industrial relations
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Scopus Publications

41

Scholar Citations

4

Scholar h-index

Scopus Publications

  • Farmers, Chemicals and Fertility of Soil: A Quest to Sustainability
    Srinivas Katherasala, Ram Shepherd Bheenaveni, Surender Thaduru, Thirupathi Deekonda
    Journal of Environmental and Earth Sciences, 2025
    This study examines the evolving use of synthetic chemicals in intensive agriculture over the past decade. It highlights the negative impacts of chemical inputs on soil health and ecosystem integrity and recommends knowledge-sharing platforms, soil protection laws, and collaborative efforts between regulatory agencies and agricultural experts. The study emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that includes natural methods alongside synthetic chemicals, particularly herbicides. Ten years ago, farmers primarily used urea, DAP, and potassium for nutrients. However, increased awareness, market forces, and government subsidies have led to a significant rise in herbicide use as a cost-effective weed management strategy. Over the past decade, synthetic fertilizer use for cotton cultivation has increased by 80%, leading to deteriorating soil quality. Paddy cultivation has decreased by 23%, while cotton cultivation has increased by 20.4% due to higher economic incentives. Currently, 89.1% of farmers use herbicides, compared to 97.2% who did not a decade ago. Insecticide use has also surged, with 97.8% of farmers applying 1.5 liters or more per acre. The excessive use of chemicals threatens soil fertility and disrupts the ecosystem’s balance. This article explores the reasons behind the adoption of chemical-intensive farming practices and offers insights into farmers’ decision-making processes. The careful use of synthetic chemicals is essential to safeguard soil health and maintain ecological balance.
  • BALANCING ACT: INSIGHTS INTO TELANGANA FARMERS’ PERSPECTIVES ON INTENSIVE VS. SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
    Srinivas Katherasala, Ram Shepherd Bheenaveni
    Agricultural Research Journal, 2024
    High-input agriculture presents several drawbacks that can adversely affect both environmental sustainability and human health. A primary concern is soil degradation, which results from the excessive use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. These substances can deplete soil nutrients, impair crop growth, and ultimately render the land barren and unproductive. This study, therefore, aims to explore the perceptions and practices of farmers in the Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district of Telangana State, India. The research involved a sample of 382 farmers across six mandals within this district. A stratified random sampling method was utilized within a survey-descriptive research framework. Data collection incorporated a mixed-method approach, combining observational techniques, interviews with farmers, and a semi-structured interview schedule. Data analysis employed frequency distributions, percentages, and Chi-Square tests to interpret the results. The study reveals that farmers in the Backward Class (BC) social category are preponderantly represented in terms of land size and agricultural holdings, despite the region being a scheduled tribe agency area. The majority of farmers (53%) have approximately 21 years of experience in intensive farming. Furthermore, 92% of the farmers cultivate their own land. Land ownership patterns show that 42% of farmers own between 4 and 6 acres, while 30% possess between 3 and 6 acres. There is a notable correlation between land ownership—whether outright or under tenancy—and agricultural output profitability. The findings highlight the prevalence of high-input agriculture practices and their implications for soil health and farmer livelihoods in Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district. Effective strategies are needed to promote sustainable agricultural practices and mitigate the adverse effects of chemical-intensive farming on both environmental sustainability and farmer income.

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Socio-Economic and Livelihood Conditions of Other Backward Classes in Telangana: A Study of Vikarabad District with Reference to Welfare Scheme Benefits
    N Kummari, RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala
    International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) 15 … , 2026
    2026
  • THE CONVERGENCE OF TRADITION AND MODERNITY: A NEW ERA FOR BJIKS
    S Katherasala
    2026
  • Wearable Device for Real-Time Voter Feedback During Political Speeches
    RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala, N Kummari, R Bhukya, N Yeddula
    IN Patent 14-02 , 2025
    2025
  • World Soil Day: Protecting the Foundation of Life
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2025/12/world-soil-day-protecting-the-foundation … , 2025
    2025
  • Knowledge and Plans for Sustainable Agriculture: A Comparative Study of Conservative and Intensive farmers of komaram Bheem Asifabad District
    S Katherasala
    Osmania University , 2025
    2025
  • SUSTAINABILITY IN PRACTICE: HUMAN AGENCY, GOVERNANCE, AND ECOLOGICAL JUSTICE
    S Katherasala
    The Social Lens: Understanding Humanity through Culture, Behavior, and … , 2025
    2025
  • Cultivating Sustainability: Farmer Practices, Soil Degradation, and the Future of Agroecology
    S Katherasala, S Kaitha, U Kalakoti, N Vudutha
    International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 1393-1398 , 2025
    2025
  • Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Ecological Impacts of Intensive Farming on Soil Health in Telangana, India
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, P Chinthakindi, T Deekonda, R Bolledla, ...
    Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences 7 (7), 10.30564 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • World Environment Day: Act Now for Our Future
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2025/06/world-environment-day-act-now-for-our … , 2025
    2025
  • Future Food Security Crisis: An Impending Threat to Humanity
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2025/05/future-food-security-crisis-an-impending … , 2025
    2025
  • SOCIO-ECONOMIC CHALLENGES, MIGRATION DYNAMICS, AND LIVELIHOOD ADAPTATION IN THE GOLLAKURUMA COMMUNITY
    DNR Satheesh Kaitha, S Katherasala
    International Journal of Technology, Knowledge and Society, 525-535 , 2025
    2025
  • A Multifaceted Approach to Uplifting Tribal Communities: A Viewpoint of Tribes through Empowerment and Development
    S Katherasala, P Chinthakindi
    International Journal of Sustainable Rural Development 2 (1), 10.54536 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Farmers, Chemicals and Fertility of Soil: A Quest to Sustainability
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, S Thaduru, T Deekonda
    Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences 7 (3), 10.30564 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 4
  • Assessing the Impact of Smart Farming Technology on Small-Scale Farmers: A Case Study of Jangoan Mandal, Telangana State
    S Katherasala, S Thaduru
    Agricultural Reviews 47 (2), 331-336 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 3
  • India’s Constitution: 76 Years of Triumphs and Trials
    S Katherasala
    https://www.kashmirpen.in/indias-constitution-76-years-of-triumphs-and … , 2025
    2025
  • Approaches to Sustainable Agriculture: A Retrospective Analysis for Soil Health Improvement: Sustainable Approaches for Soil Health
    S Katherasala
    SAARC Journal of Agriculture 22 (2), 1-13 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 6
  • Financial Contagion: The Corona Threat to the Global Economy
    RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala, V Daravath, S Methri
    American Journal of Environmental Economics 4 (1), 61-66 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1
  • Contract Faculty in Telangana Universities: Disparities in Recognition, Workload and Professional Development
    S Katherasala
    London Journal of Research in Humanities & Social Science , 2025
    2025
  • Roadmap for Development of an LCA Tool for SMEs
    UNIRUSE, IEES, ISEC
    University of Ruse Angel Kanchev (UNIRUSE) 1 (1), 199 , 2024
    2024
  • A Crisis of Credibility: The Threat of Predatory Journals to Indian Research
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2024/11/a-crisis-of-credibility-the-threat-of … , 2024
    2024

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Unveiling the detrimental impacts of intensive chemical use and monoculture on soil health and sustainable development goal 15: Life on land in Telangana
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, P Chinthakindi, D Vadlakonda, ...
    Journal of Lifestyle and SDGs Review 4 (2), 10.47172 , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 8
  • Approaches to Sustainable Agriculture: A Retrospective Analysis for Soil Health Improvement: Sustainable Approaches for Soil Health
    S Katherasala
    SAARC Journal of Agriculture 22 (2), 1-13 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 6
  • Balancing Act: Insights into Telangana Farmers’ Perspectives on Intensive vs. Sustainable Agriculture
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni
    Agricultural Research Journal 61 (2), 167 , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 6
  • Farmers, Chemicals and Fertility of Soil: A Quest to Sustainability
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, S Thaduru, T Deekonda
    Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences 7 (3), 10.30564 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 4
  • Reevaluating the Rythu Bandhu Scheme: Toward Sustainable and Inclusive Agriculture in Telangana: A Review
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni
    Bhartiya Krishi Anusandhan Patrika, issue Of , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 4
  • The Looming Food Crisis: Exploring the Causes and Consequences—A Comprehensive Analysis and Strategic Recommendations for SDGs 2
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, SRG Venkat, S Thaduru, A Rituraj, ...
    J. Lifestyle SDGs Rev 5 (1), e02795 , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 4
  • Assessing the Impact of Smart Farming Technology on Small-Scale Farmers: A Case Study of Jangoan Mandal, Telangana State
    S Katherasala, S Thaduru
    Agricultural Reviews 47 (2), 331-336 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 3
  • A Multifaceted Approach to Uplifting Tribal Communities: A Viewpoint of Tribes through Empowerment and Development
    S Katherasala, P Chinthakindi
    International Journal of Sustainable Rural Development 2 (1), 10.54536 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 2
  • Balancing Tradition and Innovation: Ecological Impacts of Intensive Farming on Soil Health in Telangana, India
    S Katherasala, RS Bheenaveni, P Chinthakindi, T Deekonda, R Bolledla, ...
    Journal of Environmental & Earth Sciences 7 (7), 10.30564 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 1
  • Financial Contagion: The Corona Threat to the Global Economy
    RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala, V Daravath, S Methri
    American Journal of Environmental Economics 4 (1), 61-66 , 2025
    2025.0
    Citations: 1
  • A History Of Panchayathi Raj Institution And Analysis Of Rural Development Programs In India
    S Katherasala
    978-93-340-3529-2 1, 1-98 , 2024
    2024.0
    Citations: 1
  • Empowering Tribal Communities: Enhancing ICDS Program Delivery Through Infrastructure Optimization in Telangana
    D Vadlakonda, RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala
    Citations: 1
  • Socio-Economic and Livelihood Conditions of Other Backward Classes in Telangana: A Study of Vikarabad District with Reference to Welfare Scheme Benefits
    N Kummari, RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala
    International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI) 15 … , 2026
    2026.0
  • THE CONVERGENCE OF TRADITION AND MODERNITY: A NEW ERA FOR BJIKS
    S Katherasala
    2026.0
  • Wearable Device for Real-Time Voter Feedback During Political Speeches
    RS Bheenaveni, S Katherasala, N Kummari, R Bhukya, N Yeddula
    IN Patent 14-02 , 2025
    2025.0
  • World Soil Day: Protecting the Foundation of Life
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2025/12/world-soil-day-protecting-the-foundation … , 2025
    2025.0
  • Knowledge and Plans for Sustainable Agriculture: A Comparative Study of Conservative and Intensive farmers of komaram Bheem Asifabad District
    S Katherasala
    Osmania University , 2025
    2025.0
  • SUSTAINABILITY IN PRACTICE: HUMAN AGENCY, GOVERNANCE, AND ECOLOGICAL JUSTICE
    S Katherasala
    The Social Lens: Understanding Humanity through Culture, Behavior, and … , 2025
    2025.0
  • Cultivating Sustainability: Farmer Practices, Soil Degradation, and the Future of Agroecology
    S Katherasala, S Kaitha, U Kalakoti, N Vudutha
    International Journal of Environmental Sciences, 1393-1398 , 2025
    2025.0
  • World Environment Day: Act Now for Our Future
    S Katherasala
    https://countercurrents.org/2025/06/world-environment-day-act-now-for-our … , 2025
    2025.0

GRANT DETAILS

junior research fellowship. University Grants Commission (UGC)

RESEARCH OUTPUTS (PATENTS, SOFTWARE, PUBLICATIONS, PRODUCTS)

SPSS, R

Industry, Institute, or Organisation Collaboration

Bridging In Gaps Society (BIGS). Non-profit organization

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Two years of experience as Assistant Professor, for Faculty of Social Sciences in department of Social Work