Tenure as Director: 14.11.1995 to 31.07.1999

Dr. I S Yadav was born on 10 July 1939 in Delhi. A distinguished grape researcher and horticulturist, he led ICAR-IIHR through significant research advancements in fruit crop improvement during 1995–1999.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture — University of Delhi
• M.Sc. (Horticulture) — IARI, New Delhi (1961)
• Ph.D. (Horticulture) — IARI, New Delhi (1973)

Career History

• Teaching Assistant, IARI, New Delhi (1962–1965)
• Senior Research Assistant, IARI (1965–1968)
• Assistant Horticulturist, IARI (1968–1970)
• Grape Breeder, IARI (1972 onwards)
• Joint Director, CPCRI Minicoy (1977)
• Senior Scientist and Head, CHES Chethalli (1977)
• Head, CHES Ranchi (1979–1982)
• Chief Training Organiser, IIHR, Bangalore
• Director, IIHR, Bangalore (November 1995 – July 1999)

Research Contributions

Dr. Yadav made significant contributions to grape breeding and viticulture in India. His research encompassed collection and evaluation of exotic and wild grape germplasm, taxonomical studies of grape cultivars, influence of plant growth regulators on fruit quality, and improvement of peach, plum, and pear in temperate horticulture zones. He strengthened IIHR outreach and training programmes during his directorship.

Publications

• 30 research papers in national and international journals
• Contributed to national grape improvement and viticulture development programmes