Dr Rohat Gรผltekin | Irrigation |ย Best Researcher Award
Researcher atย ย Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute,ย Turkey
Dr. Rohat Gรผltekin, born in 1980 in Erzurum, Turkey, is a distinguished agricultural engineer specializing in water management, soil, and irrigation systems. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Ege University in 2003, followed by a Master’s degree (2012-2015) and a PhD (2015-2021) from Sรผleyman Demirel University, where he focused on advanced irrigation techniques and their environmental impacts.
Profile
Education:
PhD: Suleyman Demirel University, Department of Water Management (2015-2021). MSc: Suleyman Demirel University, Faculty of Agriculture (2012-2015). BSc: Ege University, Faculty of Agriculture (1997-2003)
Professional Experience:
2016-Present: Researcher, Soil, Fertilizer, and Water Resources Central Research Institute, Ankara. 2010-2016: Engineer, ฤฐhsaniye District Directorate of Food, Agriculture, and Livestock, Afyonkarahisar. 2004-2010: Engineer, Private Sector, Istanbul
Research Interests:
Restricted and intermittent irrigation in drip systems. Performance evaluation of drip irrigation systems. Impact of irrigation on greenhouse gas emissions
Projects:
Potato tuber development under different soil moisture levels. Performance of drip irrigation in Ankara. Surge irrigation effects on silage corn. Water stress on melon rootstocks. Greenhouse gas emissions from soil under various irrigation levels
Irrigation Research Focus:
- Restricted and Intermittent Irrigation:
- Investigating the effects of limited water supply on crop development and yield, particularly in surface and subsurface drip irrigation systems.
- Exploring intermittent irrigation applications in subsurface drip systems to enhance water use efficiency.
- Performance Evaluation of Drip Irrigation Systems:
- Assessing the efficiency and effectiveness of various drip irrigation systems in different agricultural settings.
- Conducting field studies to evaluate the performance of drip irrigation in specific crops like potatoes, tomatoes, and melons.
- Impact of Irrigation on Greenhouse Gas Emissions:
- Studying how different irrigation levels affect the emission of greenhouse gases (CO2, CH4, N2O) from soil.
- Researching the environmental impact of irrigation practices to develop more sustainable agricultural methods.
- Soil Water Distribution and Crop Water Consumption:
- Examining how surge irrigation in subsurface drip systems influences soil water distribution and crop water uptake.
- Determining the water consumption patterns of various crops under different irrigation regimes.
- Water Stress and Crop Resistance:
- Analyzing the impact of water stress on crop resistance, yield, and quality, especially in fields affected by diseases like Fusarium.
- Developing strategies to improve crop resilience to water scarcity through irrigation management.
- Development of Digital Irrigation Management Systems:
- Working on projects aimed at creating digital tools for precise irrigation management, enhancing efficiency in crops like sugar beet and wheat.
- Utilizing technology to monitor soil moisture and optimize irrigation schedules.
Publications Top Notes
1. Effect of Deficit Irrigation Practices on Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Drip Irrigation
- Authors: Gรผltekin, R., Avaฤ, K., Gรถrgiลen, C., Yeter, T., Alsan, P.B.
- Journal: Scientia Horticulturae, 2023, Volume 310, Article 111757
- Abstract: This study investigates the impact of deficit irrigation practices on the emissions of greenhouse gases (CO2, CH4, N2O) in drip irrigation systems. The research aims to understand how varying levels of water stress influence these emissions and to develop irrigation strategies that mitigate environmental impact while maintaining agricultural productivity.
2. Impact of Different Rootstocks and Limited Water on Yield and Fruit Quality of Melon Grown in a Field Naturally Infested with Fusarium Wilt
- Authors: Ozbahce, A., Kosker, Y., Gรผltekin, R., Demir, Y., Yucel, S.
- Journal: Scientia Horticulturae, 2021, Volume 289, Article 110482
- Abstract: This article explores the effect of using different rootstocks under limited water conditions on the yield and fruit quality of melons. The study is conducted in fields naturally infested with Fusarium wilt, aiming to identify rootstocks that enhance resistance and performance under water stress.
3. Crop Pan Coefficients for Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) According to the Irrigation Program Created by Monitoring Soil Moisture
- Authors: Gรผltekin, R., Ertek, A.
- Journal: Journal of Plant Nutrition, 2021, Volume 45, Issue 1, pp. 49-58
- Abstract: This research focuses on developing crop pan coefficients for potatoes based on soil moisture monitoring. The study provides insights into optimizing irrigation schedules for potato crops to improve water use efficiency and crop performance.
These publications highlight Dr. Gรผltekin’s focus on sustainable irrigation practices, enhancing crop yield and quality, and mitigating environmental impacts through innovative water management strategies. ๐ฟ๐ง