Dr. H.P. Singh, Ex-Deputy Director General (Hort.), ICAR, New Delhi in his career held various positions including Vice Chancellor, Rajendra Agricultural University, Pusa, Horticulture Commissioner, Govt. of India, Director, NRC for Banana, Chairman, Coconut Development Board, Dean (Agriculture), GBPUA&T, Pantnagar, and Project Coordinator (Fruits). He developed and released several varieties and technologies, and contributed significantly to micro-irrigation development, genetic resource management of perennial horticulture, production system based technologies, nutrient and water management and fruit biotechnology. Dr. Singh authored and edited 38 books and 26 bulletins, 60 technical reports besides 175 research papers in journals of repute.
