Precision Water Management

Publications

Peer-Reviewed Journal Publications
- Willis, K^g., Hansen, K., Peck, D., Miller, S., & Sharma, V. (2025). Farm-level impacts of alternative groundwater management scenarios over the high plains aquifer in Wyoming. Agricultural Water Management, 320, 109879. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agwat.2025.109879
- Dhillon, R., Das, S^P., Shedekar, V. S., & Sharma, V. (2025). Assessing the impact of soil water deficit and supplemental irrigation scenarios on Ohio’s maize and soybean yields using machine learning models. Agricultural Water Management, 320, 109834. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijagro.2024.100023
- St Fort, J^G., Sharma, V., Dukes, M., Agehara, S., Kadyampakeni, D., & Chase, C. A. (2025). Micro-irrigation systems for water conservation during establishment and freeze protection in Florida strawberry production. Scientia Horticulturae, 350, 114368. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scienta.2025.114368
- Acharya, B^G., Sharma, V., Barrett, C., Dukes, M., Zotarelli, L., Bayabil, H., Sharma, L., Hochmuth, C. R., Sidhu, S. S., Crain, A., and Love J. 2025. Comparative Analysis of Conventional and Sod-based Rotational Production Systems: Impacts on Yield and Nitrogen Dynamics. Journal of Natural Resources and Agricultural Ecosystems, http://doi.org/10.13031/jnrae.16256
- DeJonge, K., Allen, R.^G., Kilic, A., Thorp, K.R., Kukal, M.S., Marek, G.W., Altenhofen, J., Amatya, D., Blankenau, P.A., Datta, S., Grabow, G.L., Hashem, A.A., Kisekka, I., Kjaersgaard, J., Marek, T.H., Peters, T.R., Porter, D.O., Reba, M.L., Rudnick, D.R., Senay, G.B., Sharma, V., Sridhar, V., Sun, G., Taghvaeian, S., Trezza, R., Trout, T.J. 2025. Evapotranspiration terms and definitions. J. Irrig. Drain Eng. https://doi.org/10.1061/JIDEDH.IRENG-1049
- Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Singh, R. K^G., Watson, J. A., Maltais Landry, G., & Hochmuth, R. C. (2025). Impact of Polymer-Coated Controlled-Release Fertilizer on Maize Growth, Production, and Soil Nitrate in Sandy Soils. Agronomy, 15(2), 455. https://doi.org/10.3390/AGRONOMY15020455
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. (2025). Comparative analysis of soil and water dynamics in conventional and sod-based crop rotation in Florida. Frontiers in Agronomy, 7. https://doi.org/10.3389/FAGRO.2025.1552425
- Acharya, B^G., Sharma, V., Barrett, C., Dukes, M. D., & Zotarelli, L. 2025. Comparing Passive Wick Lysimeter Against Soil Water Balance and Simulation Models in High and Perched Water Tables and Coarse Sandy Soils. Journal of Natural Resources and Agricultural Ecosystems, 3(1):37-52. https://doi.org/10.13031/jnrae.16188.
- Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P., Sasikala, D., & Sharma, V. 2025. Assessing The Impact of Pattiseema Lift Irrigation Project on Groundwater Resources in West Godavari District Using Visual MODFLOW. Journal of Natural Resources and Agricultural Ecosystems, 3(1): 17:35. https://doi.org/10.13031/jnrae.16178.
- Das, S^P., Kaur, S., & Sharma, V. (2024). Determination of threshold crop water stress index for sub-surface drip irrigated maize-wheat cropping sequence in semi-arid region of Punjab. Agricultural Water Management, 301, 108957. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.AGWAT.2024.108957
- Shin, J.-H., Nam, W.-H., Jeon, M.-G., Hong, E.-M., Zhang, X., Sharma, V., Irmak, S., Do, J.-W., & Kisekka, I. (2024). Assessing water distribution and efficiency by coupled hydraulic-hydrological modeling for irrigation canal network. Paddy and Water Environment, 22(4), 567-580. https://doi.org/10.1007/S10333-024-00985-7
- Dhillon, R., Takoo, G., Sharma, V., & Nagle, M. (2024). Utilizing Machine Learning Framework to Evaluate the Effect of Climate Change on Maize and Soybean Yield. Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 221, 108982. https://doi.org/10.1016/J.COMPAG.2024.108982
- Mattke, A^g., Hansen, K., Peck, D., Sharma, V., Miller, S., and Bastian, C. 2024. Potential Benefits of Water Use Efficiency Technologies in Southeastern Wyoming. Journal of the ASFMRA, 24-003. https://doi.org/10.22004/ag.econ.342902
- Sharma, V., and S. Irmak. 2022. Leaf and canopy stomatal resistance, aerodynamic resistance, and evapotranspiration of irrigated continuous no-till and disk-till maize. Agronomy Journal, 1– 22. https://doi.org/10.1002/agj2.20979
- Sharma. V., and A. Rai^G. 2022. Dry bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Crop Water Production Functions and Yield Response Factors in Arid to Semi-arid Climate. Journal of the ASABE. 65(1): 51-65. http://doi.org/10.13031/ja.14582
- Acharya, B^G. and V. Sharma. 2021. Comparison of Satellite Driven Surface Energy Balance Models in Estimating Crop Evapotranspiration in Semi-Arid to Arid Inter-Mountain Region. Remote Sens., 13, 1822. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs13091822
- King, B. A., D. Tarkalson, V. Sharma, and D. Bjorneberg. 2021. Thermal Crop Water Stress Index Base Line Temperature for Sugarbeet in Arid Western U.S. Agricultural Water Management, 243, 106459. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agwat.2020.106459
- Acharya, B^G., V. Sharma, J. Heitholt, D. Tekiela, F. Nippgen. 2020. Quantification and Mapping of Satellite Driven Surface Energy Balance Fluxes in Semi-arid to Arid Inter-Mountain region. Remote Sens. 2020, 12, 4019. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs12244019
- King, B. A., K.C. Shellie, D.D. Tarkalson, A.D. Levin, V. Sharma, D.L. Bjorneberg. 2020. Data Driven Models for Canopy Temperature based Irrigation Scheduling. Transactions of the ASABE. 63(5):1579-1592. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.13901
- Sharma, V., C. Nicholson, A. Bergantino, S. Irmak, and D. Peck. 2020. Temporal Trend Analysis of Meteorological Variables and Reference Evapotranspiration in the Inter- Mountain Region of Wyoming. Water 12, 2159. https://doi.org/10.3390/w12082159
- Rai, A^G., V. Sharma, and J. Heitholt. 2020. Dry bean [Phaseolus vulgaris L.] Growth and Yield Response to Variable Irrigation in the Arid to Semi-Arid Climate. Sustainability, 12, 3851. https://doi.org/10.3390/su12093851
- Rudnick, D. R., S. Irmak, C. West, I. Kisekka, T. Marek, J. Schneekloth, D. M. McCallister, V. Sharma, K. Djaman, J. Aguliar, J. Chavez, M. Schipanski, D. Rogers, A. Schlegel. 2019. Deficit Irrigation Management of Maize in the High Plains Aquifer Region: A Review. JAWRA, 55(1): 38-55. https://doi.org/10.1111/1752-1688.12723
- Djaman K, V. Sharma, D. R. Rudnick, K. Koudahe, S. Irmak, et al. 2017. Spatial and Temporal Variation in Precipitation in Togo. Int J Hydro 1(4): 00019. http://doi.org/10.15406/ijh.2017.01.00019
- Rudnick, D. R., S. Irmak, K Djaman, and V. Sharma. 2017. Impact of irrigation and nitrogen fertilizer rate on soil water trends and maize evapotranspiration during the vegetative and reproductive periods. Agri Water Mgmt. Vol 191: 77-84. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.agwat.2017.06.007
- Sharma, V., S. Irmak, V. Sharma, K. Djaman and L. Odhiambo. 2017. Soil-water dynamics, evapotranspiration and crop coefficients of cover crop mixtures in seed maize-cover crop rotation fields: Part I. Soil-water dynamics and evapotranspiration. J. Irri. & Drain. Eng. 143(9): 04017032. http://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)IR.1943-4774.0001214
- Sharma, V., S. Irmak, A. Kilic, V. Sharma, J. E. Gilley, G. E. Meyer, S. Z. Knezevic, and D. Marx. 2016. Quantification and mapping of surface residue cover and tillage practices for maize and soybean in South Central Nebraska-U.S.A. using Landsat imagery. Transactions of the ASABE. Vol. 59(3): 925-939. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.59.11489
- Sharma, V., A. Kilic, and S. Irmak. 2016. Impact of scale/resolution on evapotranspiration from Landsat and MODIS images. Water Resour. Res., 52 (3), 1800-1819. https://doi.org/10.1002/2015WR017772 (Received prestigious ASABE 2015 Boyd-Scott research award)
- Sharma, V., S. Irmak, K. Djaman, and V. Sharma. 2015. Large-scale spatial and temporal variability in evapotranspiration and crop water use efficiency of irrigated and rainfed maize and soybean. J. Irrig. Drain Eng., 142 (3):04015063. https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)IR.1943-4774.0000985
- Sharma, V., S. Irmak, and A. Kilic. 2015. Application of SEBS for quantifying and mapping surface energy fluxes in south-central Nebraska, USA: Analyses with respect to field measurements. Transactions of the ASABE 58(5): 1265-1285. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.58.11091
- Irmak, S., K. Djaman, and V. Sharma. 2015. Winter wheat (Triticum Aestivum L.) evapotranspiration and singe and basal crop coefficients. Transactions of the ASABE 58(4):1047-1066. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.58.11083
- Irmak, S., and V. Sharma. 2014. Large-scale and long-term trends and magnitude in irrigated and rainfed maize and soybean water productivity: Grain yield, evapotranspiration, frequencies, crop water use efficiency, and yield production functions. Transactions of the ASABE 58(1): 103-120. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.58.10784
- Irmak, S., J.O. Payero, A. Kilic, L.O. Odhiambo, D.R. Rudnick, V. Sharma, and D. Billesbach. 2014. On the magnitude and dynamics of eddy covariance residual energy (energy balance closure error) in subsurface drip-irrigated maize field during growing and non-growing (dormant) seasons. Irrigation Science 32(3): DOI 10.1007/s00271-014-0443-3. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00271-014-0443-3
- Sharma, V., D.R. Rudnick, and S. Irmak. 2013. Development of predictive models for maize and soybean yields using ordinary least square regression across the state of Nebraska. Transactions of the ASABE 56(4): 1361-1378. http://doi.org/10.13031/trans.56.9973 (Received prestigious ASABE 2014 Superior Paper Award).
- Sharma, V., and S. Irmak. 2012. Mapping Spatially Interpolated Precipitation, Reference Evapotranspiration, Actual crop Evapotranspiration, and Net Irrigation Requirements in Nebraska: Part II Actual Evapotranspiration and Net Irrigation Requirements. Transactions of the ASABE 55(3): 923-936. http://doi.org/10.13031/2013.41524
- Sharma, V., and S. Irmak. 2012. Mapping Spatially Interpolated Precipitation, Reference Evapotranspiration, Actual crop Evapotranspiration, and Net Irrigation Requirements in Nebraska: Part I Precipitation and Reference Evapotranspiration. Transactions of the ASABE 55(3): 907-921. http://doi.org/10.13031/2013.41523
- Sharma, V., A. Irmak, S. Irmak and I. Kabenge. 2011. Application of GIS and Geographically weighted regression to evaluate the spatial non-stationarity relationship between precipitation vs. irrigated and rainfed maize and soybean yield. Transactions of the ASABE 54(3): 953-972. http://doi.org/10.13031/2013.41227

Book Chapters
- Sharma, N, Sharma, V. Sharma, and R. Bhardwaj. 2022. Salicylic Acid: A Regulator of Plant Growth and Development. Salicylic Acid Under Challenging Environment. Wiley. In Managing Plant Stress Using Salicylic Acid.
- Sharma, V., and S. Bhambota. 2022. Strategies to Improve Crop-Water Productivity. Springer. In Food, Energy, and Water Nexus, A Consideration for the 21st Century. Ed.

Conference Proceedings
- Crasto., V.S., Free, T.B., Steinhauser, D.A., Pistorino, D., Phillip O.J., Sharma, V., and Arnold, D. P. 2025. Scalable Opportunistic Wireless Recharging of Buried Sensor Networks using Mobile Agricultural Systems. Submission 66, 8th IFAC Conference on Sensing, Control and Automation Technologies for Agriculture (AGRICONTROL 2025).
- Fort, S. J.^G, Chase, C.A., and Sharma, V. 2023. Alternative Sprinkler Systems for Reduced Water Use in Florida Strawberry Production. Proc. Fla. State Hort. Soc. 136:213. 2023.
- Capasso, J., Morgan, K., Sharma, V., Athearn, K., Sharma, L., and Love J. 2023. The Use of Polymer-Coated Urea in North Florida Field Corn Production. Proc. Fla. State Hort. Soc. 136:208–212. 2023.
- Shin, J. H., Nam, W. H., Irmak, S., Sharma, V., & Zhang, X. (2023). Modeling irrigation canal network flow for return flow on agricultural watershed using EPA-SWMM. In 2023 ASABE Annual International Meeting (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.
- Sharma, V. (2021). Impact of Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies on Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris L.) Yield, Evapotranspiration, and Crop Water Productivity. In 6th Decennial National Irrigation Symposium, 6-8, December 2021, San Diego, California (p. 1). American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers.

Refereed Abstracts
- Sharma, V., Athearn, K., & Bhambota, S. (2025) Assessing the Impact of Agronomic Practices on Corn Yield, Profitability, and Efficiency - Insight from Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program [Abstract]. CANVAS 2025, Salt Lake City, UT. https://scisoc.confex.com/scisoc/2025am/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/168440
- Singh, R. K., & Sharma, V. (2025) Integrating DSSAT and AI to Optimize Nitrogen Management for Maize on Sandy Soils: Balancing Yield, Leaching, and Efficiency [Abstract]. CANVAS 2025, Salt Lake City, UT. https://scisoc.confex.com/scisoc/2025am/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/170515
- Fodjo Kamdem, M., Sharma, V., Sharma, V., & Lacerda, L. N. (2025) Evaluating the Agronomic and Economic Benefits of Variable Rate Irrigation in Minnesota’s Diverse Soil Landscapes. [Abstract]. CANVAS 2025, Salt Lake City, UT. https://scisoc.confex.com/scisoc/2025am/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/166478
- Bhambota, S., Sharma, V., & Athearn, K. (2025) Multivariate Analysis to Understand the Impact of Agronomic Practices on Corn Yield, Profitability, and Efficiency [Abstract]. CANVAS 2025, Salt Lake City, UT. https://scisoc.confex.com/scisoc/2025am/meetingapp.cgi/Paper/168451
- Kamdem M.F., Sharma, V., Sharma, V., and Lacerda L.N. 2024. Precision Agriculture: Improving Water Use Efficiency and Crop Yield with Variable Rate Irrigation and Remote Sensing. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX, November 10-13, 2024.
- Kaur, R., Acharya, B^G., Bhullar, S.S., Kumar, S., Sharma, V., Capasso, J., and Sidhu S.S. 2024. Comparing Different Cropping Systems for Agronomic Crop Production and Nutrient Fate in Northcentral Florida. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX, November 10-13, 2024.
- Acharya, B^G., Dukes, M., Zotarelli, L., Sidhu, S.S., & Sharma, V. 2023 Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Rotational Production on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy Soils of Northern Florida. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 29 – Nov 1, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 29 – Nov 1, 2023.
- Singh, R^G., Morrow, M^G., Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., & Sharma, V. 2023. Controlled-Release Fertilizers in DSSAT-CERES-Maize: A Leap Forward in Optimizing Nitrogen Management. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 29 – Nov 1, 2023.
- Capasso, J^g., Morgan, K.T., Sharma, V., Athearn, K., Bhadha, J., Nair, V.D., & Obreza, T. 2023. Promoting Agricultural Best Management Practices Via on-Farm Trials. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 29 – Nov 1, 2023.
- Sidhu, S. S., Bhullar, S.S., Acharya, B^G., Sharma, V., and Kumar, S. 2023. Adopting and Comparing Selective BMPs on Different Cropping Systems as an Approach for Improving Yield, Water and Nutrient Management. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, Oct. 29 – Nov 1, 2023.
- Morrow, M^G., V. Sharma, R. C. Hochmuth, and K. Steller. 2022. Analysis of Controlled-Release Fertilizers Ability in Maintaining Corn Production Goals While Reducing Nitrate Leaching in Cropping Systems of North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, November 6-9 Baltimore, MD.
- Morrow, M^G., V. Sharma, R. C. Hochmuth, and K. Steller. 2022. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizers' Role in Reducing Nitrogen Leaching in Carrot Cropping Systems in North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, November 6-9 Baltimore, MD.
- Acharya, B^G., and V. Sharma. 2022 Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD.
- Sidhu S. S., M. Morrow^G, V. Sharma, B. Acharya, R. C. Hochmuth, and L. Sharma. 2022. Impacts of cropping systems on crop yield and Florida Water Quality. 2022 ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Nover 6-9 Baltimore, MD.
- Capasso, J^g., K. T. Morgan, J. Bhadha, V. D. Nair, & V. Sharma. 2022. Determining Plant Available Phosphorus and Nutrient Use Efficiency in North Florida Field Corn Production [Abstract]. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, Baltimore, MD.
- Sharma V. 2021. Impact of irrigation and nitrogen management strategies on Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris L.) yield, evapotranspiration, and crop water productivity. 6th Decennial National Irrigation Symposium Beyond 2020, Vision of the Future, December 5-8, 2021.
- Sharma, V. 2019. Impact of Variable Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies on Sugarbeet Yield, Evapotranspiration and Crop Water Productivity. ASA, CSSA, and SSSA International Annual Meeting.
- Oleson, E., Sharma, V., & Heitholt, J. (2019). Effects of Dry Bean Seeding Rates and Row Spacing on Yield Under Full and Deficit Irrigation. In ASA, CSSA and SSSA International Annual Meetings (2019). ASA-CSSA-SSSA.

Extension Publications
- Bayabil, H., Hailegnaw, N. S., & Sharma, V. (2025). Variable Rate Irrigation Technology: A Step-by-Step Guide to Field Implementation: AE609, 2/2025. EDIS, 2025(2). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-AE609-2025
- Sharma, V., Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., Bhambota, S^P., Ampatzidis, Y., Bayabil, H., and Singh, A. (2025). Variable Rate Technology and Its Application in Precision Agriculture: AE607, 1/2025. EDIS, 2025(1). https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-AE607-2025
- Hochmuth, R. C., Sharma, V., Obreza, T. A., & Rao, M. S. (2024). UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Recommendation Series: Carrot: SL523/SS736, 9/2024. EDIS, 2024(5). https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-SS736-2024
- Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R. C., Barrett, C., & Burani-Arouca, M. (2023). Carrot (Daucus carota) Production in the Sandy Soils of North Florida: Nitrogen Fertilization Guidelines: AE588/AE588, 7/2023. EDIS, 2023(4). https://doi.org/10.32473/EDIS-AE588-2023
- Acharya, B^G., V. Sharma, C. Barrett, S. S. Sidhu, L. Zotarelli, and M. Dukes. 2022. Methods to Quantify Nutrient Leaching. EDIS, AE581. http://doi.org/10.32473/edis-AE581-2022
- Sharma, V., K. W. Migliaccio, B. Boman, J. Hinton, and K. Hancock. 2021. Best Management Practices (BMPs): Perimeter Borders. EDIS, AE439. http://doi.org/10.32473/edis-ae439-2021
- Zotarelli, L., C. Zambrano-Vaca, C. Barrett, V. Sharma, J. Popenoe, A. Sarkhosh, R. C. Beeson, K. T. Morgon, K. W. Migliaccio, J. X. Chaparro. 2021. A Practical Guide for Peach Irrigation scheduling in Central Florida. EDIS, HS1413. http://doi.org/10.32473/edis-hs1413-2021
- Sharma, V., C. Barrett, D. Broughton, and T. Obreza. 2020. Crop Water Use and Irrigation Scheduling Guide for North Florida. EDIS, SL 278. http://doi.org/10.32473/edis-ss491-2020
- Sharma, V., and A. Rai^G. 2019. Water-budget of Sprinkler and furrow Irrigated Dry Beans in Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V., A. Rai^G., and J. Heitholt. 2019. Dry bean yield dynamics in response to irrigation gradients under sprinkler and furrow irrigation system. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V., E. Oleson^G, and J. Heitholt. 2019. Effects of seeding-rates and row-spacing on dry bean yield under full and deficit irrigation. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Rai^G, A., V. Sharma, and J. Heitholt. 2019. Dry bean growth and yield relationships in response to irrigation gradient in the semi-arid climate of Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Wills, K^g., K. Hansen, D. Peck, S. Miller, and V. Sharma. 2019. Farm-level economics assessment of alternative groundwater management strategies over the High Plain aquifer in southwestern Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Heitholt, J., A. Pierson, C. Eberle, and V. Sharma. 2019. Performance of segregating progeny from a pinto-by-pink dry bean cross in the bighorn basin of Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Heitholt. J., C. Eberle, and V. Sharma. 2019. Performance of segregating progeny from a pinto-by-pink dry bean cross in the SE Wyoming after several hailstorms. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V. 2018. Irrigation Management – Basics of Soil Water. University of Wyoming Extension. B-1330. (Received ASABE 2019 Educational Aids Blue Ribbon Award)
- Sharma, V. 2018. Methods and Techniques of Soil Moisture Monitoring. University of Wyoming Extension. B-1331.
- Sharma, V. 2018. Soil Moisture Sensors Boost Irrigation Effectiveness. University of Wyoming Extension. Barnyard & Backyards. Summer 2018.
- Sharma, V. 2018. Strategies to save water when irrigating. In Sebade ed. Navigating Drought in Wyoming. University of Wyoming Extension. B-1325.
- Sharma V., and J. Heitholt. 2018. Screening Dry Bean Genotypes for Drought Tolerance in Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Rai, A^G., J. Heitholt, and V. Sharma. 2018. Dry Bean Growth Dynamics in Response to Deficit Irrigation under Surface- and Sprinkler-Irrigation Systems. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V.,, A. Rai^G, and J. Heitholt. 2018. Dry Bean Yield Response to Deficit Irrigation under Surface and Sprinkler Irrigation Systems. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V. 2018. Quantification of Growing-Season Crop Evapotranspiration for Sugarbeet in Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V. 2018. Development of Sugarbeet Crop Coefficients. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V., C. Nicholson, T. Bergantino, J. Cowley, B. Hess, and J. Tanaka. 2018. Wyoming Agricultural Climate Network (WACNet). University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin.
- Sharma, V., A. Pierson, and C. Reynolds. 2017. Effect of Variable Irrigation and Nitrogen Application on Sugarbeet Root and Sugar Yield. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 66-67.
- Heitholt, J., V. Sharma, and A. Pierson. 2017. Yield in 36 Dry Bean Genotypes and its Correlations with Agronomic Traits. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 46-47
- Sharma, V., and J. Heitholt. 2017. Dynamics of Leaf Stomatal Resistance to Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density for Different Dry Bean Genotypes. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 50-51.
- Sharma, V., A. Pierson, and J. Heitholt. 2017. Dynamics of Soil Moisture and Crop Canopy Architecture Traits for Dry Beans in Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 52-53.
- Heitholt, J., and V. Sharma. 2017. Variation in Canopy Temperature and Normalized Difference Vegetation Index for 23 Dry Bean Genotypes Grown under Well Watered and Water Stress Conditions. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 84-85.
- Sharma, V., J. Heitholt, and J. Vardiman. 2017. Dry bean water management and yield response under surface and sprinkler irrigation. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 32.
- Sharma, V., and C. Reynolds. 2017. Effect of micronutrients on sugarbeet production in Wyoming. University of Wyoming, Agricultural Experiment Station Field Day Bulletin, pp 34.
- Sharma, V., J. Heitholt and M. A. Islam. 2016. Evapotranspiration- Basics, Terminology, and its Importance. University of Wyoming Extension. B-1293.
- Irmak, S., V. Sharma, and K. Djaman. 2016. Winter Wheat (Triticum Aestivum L.) Evapotranspiration and Crop Coefficients. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Circular EC 3005.
- Sharma, V., and S. Irmak. 2015. Spatio-temporal variation of soybean evapotranspiration across Nebraska. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Circular EC 2011.
- Sharma, V., and S. Irmak. 2015. Spatial and temporal variation of corn evapotranspiration across Nebraska. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Circular EC 2010 (Received ASABE 2016 Educational Aids Blue Ribbon Award).
- Irmak, S., and V. Sharma. 2014. Spatial and Temporal variability of precipitation across Nebraska. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Circular EC 2002.
- Irmak, S., and V. Sharma. 2014. Monthly, Seasonal, and Annual spatial and temporal variability of reference (potential) evapotranspiration across Nebraska. University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension Circular EC 2003.

Magazine/Newspaper Articles
Magazine/Newspaper Articles
- Florida Growers STEP Up to Sustainability: Competition promotes profitability and efficiency. P18, Florida Grower Magazine, Ag Net Media, August 2023.
- Artificial Intelligence an Answer to Water Woes: US expert at PAU. Punjab Agricultural University. https://www.pau.edu/index.php?_act=manageEvent&DO=viewEventDetail&dataE=datae&intID=7550
- US Expert Discusses AI as an Answer to Water Woes. The Tribune. https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/ludhiana/us-expert-discusses-ai-as-an-answer-to-water-woes-503664
- Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP): An Innovative Way to Optimize Agricultural Water, Nutrient, and Economic Efficiency. Center for Land-use Efficiency (CLUE) 2022 Annual Report.
- UF ABE: Big Questions, Global Research. 2022. Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, UF.
- Smart Irrigation Apps at your Fingertips. Irrigation Today, July 5, 2022.
- Soil monitoring coming to Polk County to help with irrigation issues. The Ledger, March 19, 2022.
- Soil monitoring to assist farms with irrigation issues. The Ledger, March 23, 2022.
- Soil monitoring coming to help with irrigation issues; UF researchers take part in effort to assist farmers. The Gainesville Sun. February 28, 2022.
- Meet Your Specialist. UF-IFAS Extension. Coming and Going. January and February 2021.
- Is Mid-Season Decision-Making Important to Calculate Economic Impacts of Groundwater Management in Southern Wyoming? COANR Reflection Magazine, University of Wyoming. Grahmann A., K. Hansen, Sharma, S. Miller, D. Peck.
- Dr. Vivek Sharma honored for advancing engineering related to resource systems. AGADEMICS. Communication & Technology, UW Extension, March 30, 2018.
- Putting Moisture Sensor to Work. Western Farmer-Stockman. Jan 02, 2018.
- Research Probes Soil Moisture Sensor Technology in Big Horn Basin. AGADEMICS. Communication & Technology, UW Extension, November 2017 Issue, pages 16-21.
- Research Probes Soil Moisture Sensor Technology. Northern Wyoming Daily News, Worland, Wyoming. Saturday, October 7, 2017, page 11C-14C.
- Mini Field Day: Sugarbeets. Beets, Tops, and Powell Tribune. September 21, 2017, pages 2-3.
- SAREC Field day focuses on sugar beet micro-nutrient and irrigation. Farm and Ranch, September 10^th, 2017.
- UW center near Lingle hosts a sugarbeet micronutrient and moisture sensors workshop. Communication & Technology, UW Extension, the Aughts 31, 2017.
- Water and Crops: Evapotranspiration important process to consider in water management. Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Vol 28 Number 48, April 01, 2017.
- Plant Sciences Scientist Receive Publication Honor. AGADEMICS. Communication & Technology, UW Extension.
- Irrigation specialist joins Powell Research and Extension Center. Communication & Technology, UW Extension, May 01, 2016.
- Wyoming hires new irrigation specialist. Western farmer-Stockman. July 2016.

Presentations 2024 - 2025
2025
- Sharma, V. 2025. Partnership to Advance Water and Nutrient Management Practices in Ghana. USDA – Foreign Agricultural Services, Scientific Exchange Program Workshop, Accra, Ghana, August 6st, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Partnership to Advance Water and Nutrient Management Practices in Kenya. USDA – Foreign Agricultural Services, Scientific Exchange Program Workshop, Accra, Ghana, August 1st, 2025. (Invited)
- Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Next-Generation Nitrogen Management: Combining DSSAT-CERES and Machine Learning to Optimize Corn Production and Environmental Sustainability. ASABE 2025 Annual International Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 15th, 2025.
- Parsanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. UAV-Based Imaging and Machine Learning for Estimating Nitrogen Status, plant height and Yield in Potato. ASABE 2025 Annual International Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 15th, 2025.
- Parsanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Potato Yield Using DSSAT: A Study on Integrated Irrigation and Nitrogen Management under Future Climate Scenarios. ASABE 2025 Annual International Meeting, Toronto, Canada, July 15th, 2025.
- Sharma, V. 2025. Design of Drip Irrigation System. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, July 4th, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Practical Approach to Irrigated Agriculture, Soil Water Dynamics, Evapotranspiration, and Irrigation Scheduling in context of Indian Agricultural System. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, July 2nd – 3rd, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Partnership to Advance Water and Nutrient Management Practices in India. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, July 1st, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Agricultural Water and Nutrient Management – Bringing Solutions to Agricultural Community. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, June 30th, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Design of Drip Irrigation System. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, June 27th, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Practical Approach to Irrigated Agriculture, Soil Water Dynamics, Evapotranspiration, and Irrigation Scheduling in context of Indian Agricultural System. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, June 25th -26th, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Partnership to Advance Water and Nutrient Management Practices in India. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, June 24th, 2025. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2025. Agricultural Water and Nutrient Management – Bringing Solutions to Agricultural Community. Tamil Nadu Irrigated Agricultural Modernization Project, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, June 23rd, 2025. (Invited)
- Bhambota, S^P., Sharma, V., Athearn, K., and Hochmuth, R. 2025. Assessing the Impact of Agronomic Practices on Corn Yield, Profitability, and Efficiency: A Three-Year Multivariate Analysis. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Das, S^P., and Sharma, V. 2025. Determine the optimal spatial resolutions and most effective downscaling methods for SMAP Soil Moisture in the Florida region. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Evaluating the Combined Effects of Irrigation and Nitrogen Fertilization on Potato Growth, Yield, and Water and Nitrogen Use Efficiency Under Sprinkler Irrigation in Florida. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Fort, S. J^G., Kadyampakeni, M. D., Sharma, V., Chase, A. C., Dukes, M., and Agehara, S. 2025. Quantifying and Modeling Infiltration and Runoff of Sprinkler Water During Strawberry Transplant Establishment Using HYDRUS-1D. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Assessing the Impact of Climate Change on Potato Yield in Florida: A DSSAT Model Approach with Future Climate Projections and Management Strategies. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Singh, R^G., Sharma, V., and Pavan, W. 2025. Optimizing Corn Yield and Reducing Nitrate Leaching in Sandy Florida Soils via CERES‐Maize and DSSAT‐Pythia Controlled‐Release Fertilizer Modeling. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Shrestha, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. A Precision Mobile Drip Irrigation Strategy to Minimize Nitrate Leaching for Sustainable Corn Production in Sandy Soils of North Florida. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Strategic Nitrogen Optimization: Advancing Best Management Practices for Corn Yield and Water Quality in Nitrate-Leaching Vulnerable Areas. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.
- Alcon-Bao, N^P., Sharma, V., Capasso, J., Frey, C., Goofile, Y., Hickey, L., and Meszaros, A. 2025. Florida Agricultural Soil Moisture Sensor Network: Engaging Growers, Agents, and Technology Industry to Conserve Water Resources. Florida State Horticulture Society (FSHS), 2025
2024
- Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Optimizing Irrigation and Nitrogen Fertilization to Enhance Potato Growth, Yield, Water, and Nitrogen Use Efficiency. Lunch by the Water. Water Institute Student Seminar Series, Gainesville FL, November 15th, 2024.
- Sharma, V. 2024. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP)- Innovation Approach to Optimize Irrigation, Nutrient, and Economic Efficiency. ABE Advisory Board Meeting. October 23rd, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP): Innovative Way to Optimize Irrigation, Nutrient, and Economic Efficiency. II Conference on Ecophysiology and Plant Stress & XXXIII National Congress of Irrigation and Drainage, Petrolina, Brazil, October 3rd, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Variable Rate Technology (VRT): Challenges and Opportunities of Implementing VRT at Field Scales. Department of Engineering and Exact Sciences – DECEX Water Resources and Fertigation FCAV/UNESP-Campus de Jaboticabal, Jobacticabal, São Paulo, Brazil, October 1st, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma V. 2024. Irrigation Scheduling: Concept, Available Technologies, and Application. Department of Engineering and Exact Sciences – DECEX Water Resources and Fertigation FCAV/UNESP-Campus de Jaboticabal, Jobacticabal, São Paulo, Brazil, October 1st, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Agricultural Water and Nutrient Management. Bringing Solutions to Agricultural Community. Department of Engineering and Exact Sciences – DECEX Water Resources and Fertigation FCAV/UNESP-Campus de Jaboticabal, Jobacticabal, São Paulo, Brazil, September 30th, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Irrigation Systems: Irrigation Efficiency and Uniformity. Department of Engineering and Exact Sciences – DECEX Water Resources and Fertigation FCAV/UNESP-Campus de Jaboticabal, Jobacticabal, São Paulo, Brazil, September 30th, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP)- Innovation Approach to Optimize Irrigation, Nutrient, and Economic Efficiency. Florida Certified Crop Advisers Educational Program (FCCAEP). September 18th, 2024. (Invited)
- Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., and Sharma, V. 2024. Soil Moisture Characteristic Curves and its Integral Role in Irrigation Management. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V., Morrow, M^G, Acharya, B^G, Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P, Singh, R^G., and Das, S^P. 2024. Optimizing Irrigation and Nitrogen Fertilization to Enhance Potato Growth, Yield, Water and Nitrogen-use Efficiency. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Analyzing Potato Response to Different Irrigation and Nitrogen Applications in Suwannee Valley Using SUBSTOR- Potato Model. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Das, S^P., and Sharma, V. 2024. Application of Machine Learning Techniques for Prediction of Leaf Nitrogen Content (LNC) and Crop Yield Estimation in Precision Agriculture. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Simulating Nitrate and Water Dynamics in a Maize-Peanut Rotational Systems: A Comparative Analysis Using DSSAT, HYDRUS-1D, and SWAT Models. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Enhancing Sustainable Corn Cultivation in North Florida: A Machine Learning Approach to Optimize Yield and Minimize Nitrate Leaching with Controlled Release Fertilizer. Model. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Singh, R^G., Morrow, M^G, and Sharma, V. 2024. Optimizing Corn Cultivation with Controlled-Release Fertilizers: Simulation and Application of CERES-Maize Model. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Josue, St. F^G., Chase, C.A., Sharma, V., Dukes, M., Agehara, S., and Kadyampakeni, D. 2024. Reducing Water Use with Low-Volume Sprinklers during Establishment and Freeze Protection of Strawberries in Florida. ASABE 2024 Annual International Meeting, Anaheim, CA, July 30th, 2024.
- Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., and Sharma, V. 2024. Calibration of TEROS 12, TDR, TDT, CS 655 soil moisture sensors, and soil VUE probe in Sandy soil. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL, June 14th, 2024.
- Bhambota, S^P., Hochmuth, R., and Sharma, V. 2024. To understand the potential of CRF in maintaining carrot quality and production goals while reducing nitrate leaching. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL, June 14th, 2024.
- Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Strategic Nitrogen Fertilizer Application and Placement for Enhanced Yield, Efficiency, and Water Quality in Optimizing Corn Production Sustainability. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL, June 14th, 2024.
- Das, D^P., and Sharma V. 2024. Integrating Remote Sensing and Machine Learning Techniques for Predicting Leaf Nitrogen Content and Crop Yield in Precision Agriculture. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL June 14th, 2024.
- Prasanna, V^G., Sharma V., Morrow, M^G., Acharya, B^G., Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., Singh, R^G., and Das, D^P. Optimizing Potato Yield and Resource Utilization Efficiency through Irrigation and Nitrogen Management: Insights from a Two-Year Field Study. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL June 13th, 2024.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production Systems: A Comparative Analysis Using DSSAT, HYDRUS-1D, and SWAT Models. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL June 13th, 2024.
- Singh, R^G., Morrow, M^G., and Sharma V. 2024. Evaluating Corn Yield and Nitrate Leaching under Controlled-Release Fertilizers: An Analysis Using CERES-MAIZE Model. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL June 13th, 2024.
- Sharma, V. 2024. Sustainable Agricultural Water and Nutrient Management: Research and Extension Opportunities from Field to Regional Scale. Presented to African Delegation, Foreign Agricultural Services Project. May 28th, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. and Yu, Z. 2024. What is AI? Millhopper Montessori School. May 24th, 2024. (invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Sustainable Irrigation and Nutrient Management in Florida. Presented to Taiwan Delegation, visiting UF. April 23rd, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Partnership to Advance Water and Nutrient Best Management Practices in Florida. Water Institute Faculty Fellow Seminar, Gainesville, FL April 4th, 2024. (Invited)
- Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P., Sharma, V., Goodiel, Y., Hickey, L., Frey, C., Meszaros, A., Steed, S., Warren, M., Kammerer, C., and Elwakil, W. 2024. Optimizing Irrigation Practices: The Role of Soil Moisture Sensors in Florida Agriculture. UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium, Gainesville, FL, February 20th, 2024.
- Sharma, V. H. Medeiros, and S. Das. 2024. Integration of Sensors, IoTs, and Machine Learning in Precision Irrigation and Nutrient Management. UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium. February 20th, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Use of Soil Sensors for Irrigation Scheduling. 2024 Irrigation Workshop Alabama, January 22, 2024. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2024. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (Florida STEP) – Corn Contest Planning. Alabama Project Organizing Committee, January 12, 2024. (Invited)

Presentations 2020 - 2023
2023
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, November 1st, 2023.
- Singh, R^G., Morrow, M^G, Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P, & Sharma, V. 2023. Controlled-Release Fertilizers in DSSAT-CERES-Maize: A Leap Forward in Optimizing Nitrogen Management [Abstract]. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, November 1st, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., Dukes, M., Zotarelli, L., Sidhu, S.S., and Sharma, V. 2023. Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Rotational Production on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy Soils of Northern Florida. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, October 30th, 2023.
- Prasanna, V^G., Morrow, M^G, Acharya, B^G, Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P, and Sharma, V. Development of Integrated Precision Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies for Potatoes. ASABE 2023 Annual International Meeting, Omaha, NE, July 8-12, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Rotational Production on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy soils of Northern Florida. ASABE 2023 Annual International Meeting, Omaha, NE, July 8-12, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASABE 2023 Annual International Meeting, Omaha, Nebraska. July 8-12, 2023.
- Vaddevolu, U. B. P^P, Sasikala, D., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulation of groundwater levels to study the effect of the Pattiseema lift irrigation project on the West Godavari district using visual MODFLOW. ASABE 2023 Annual International Meeting, Omaha, Nebraska. July 8-12, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Rotation Production for Agricultural Best Management Practice (BMP). Florida Section ASABE Annual Meeting, Duck Key, Florida. June 4 to 7, 2023.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. Florida Section ASABE Annual Meeting, Duck Key, Florida, June 4 to 7, 2023.
- Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V, and Hochmuth, R. C. 2023. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizer Ability in Maintaining Maize Production Goals While Reducing Nitrate Leaching in Cropping Systems of North Florida. Florida Section ASABE Annual Meeting, Duck Key, Florida, June 4 to 7, 2023.
- Sharma, V. 2023. Florida Agricultural Soil Moisture Sensor Network. Engaging growers, agents, and the technology industry to conserve and protect water resources. Best Management Summit, PSREU, Citra, FL, August 10th, 2023.
- Sharma, V. 2023. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP) – An Innovative Way to Optimize Agricultural Water, Nutrient, and Economic Efficiency. Florida Section ASABE Annual Meeting, Duck Key, Florida. June 4 to 7, 2023.
- Sharma, V. 2023. Agricultural Water and Nutrient Management - Bringing Solutions to Agricultural Community. AOM 4060: Agri-food System Innovation. March 03rd, 2023. (Invited)
2022
- Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizers' Role in Reducing Nitrogen Leaching in Carrot Cropping Systems in North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD, November 6-9, 2022.
- Morrow. M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizers Role in Reducing Nitrogen Leaching in Carrot Row Cropping Systems in North Florida. Florida Section of ASABE 2022 Annual Meeting, Clearwater, FL, May 19-21, 2022.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2022. Modeling of Nitrate Leaching Across Four Different Rotational Production in Sandy Soils of Northern Florida. Florida Section of ASABE 2022 Annual Meeting, Clearwater, FL, May 19-21, 2022.
- Fort St. J^G., Sharma, V., and Chase, C.A. 2023. Evaluation of micro-irrigation for reducing water use during strawberry establishment and frost protection in Florida. Florida Section of ASABE 2022 Annual Meeting, Clearwater, FL, May 19-21, 2022.
- Sharma, V., C. Barrett, Y. Goodiel, L. Hickey, W. Mussoline, A. Paolillo, S. Steed, C. Frey. 2022. Florida Agricultural Soil Moisture Sensor Network. Smart Irrigation and Sensor-based Irrigation for Water Savings, 8th Biennial UF Water Institute Symposium. Gainesville, FL, February 22-23, 2022. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2022. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program. Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). June 30th, 2022. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2022. Benefits of Using Soil Moisture Sensors – Florida Agricultural Soil Moisture Sensor Network. UF-IFAS Agricultural BMP Summit. April 4, 2022. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2022. Agricultural Water Management Technologies: Research and Extension Opportunities from Field to Regional Scale. International Workshop, Advanced Digital Technologies in Agricultural Automation (ADTAA-2022). (Invited)
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2022. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD, November 6-9, 2022.
- Sharma, V., Acharya, B^G., Barrett, C., Sidhu, S.S., Sharma, L., L. Zotarelli, H. Bayabil, and M. Dukes. 2022. Quantifying the Effectiveness of Rotational Production as a Best Management Practice to Reduce Nitrate Leaching in the Suwannee River Basin, Florida. American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE), Annual International Conference (AIM) 2022, Houston Texas, July 17-20, 2022.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2022. Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Rotational Production on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy soils of Northern Florida. ASCE-EWRI World Environmental and Water Resources Congress, Atlanta, June 7–11, 2021.
2021
- Morrow, M^G., and Sharma, V. 2021. Linking Integrated Nutrient and Water BMPs (Best Management Practices) to Beneficially Impact Water Quality. A 3-minute Thesis competition at the Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, October 14th, 2021.
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2021. Comparing the Effectiveness of Crop Rotation on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy Soils of Northern Florida. A 3-minute Thesis competition at the Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department, University of Florida, Gainesville FL, October 14th, 2021.
- Sharma V. 2021. Impact of irrigation and nitrogen management strategies on Sugarbeet (Beta vulgaris L.) yield, evapotranspiration, and crop water productivity. 6th Decennial National Irrigation Symposium Beyond 2020, Vision of the Future, San Diego, CA, December 5-8, 2021.
- Sharma V. 2021. Comparison of Different Surface Energy Balance Models in Estimation of Crop Evapotranspiration in Semi-arid to Arid Inter-Mountain Terrain. American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE), Annual International Conference (AIM), July 12-16, 2021.
- Sharma V. 2021. Integrated Irrigation and Nitrogen Management for Crop Production. Seventh Annual Nitrogen: Minnesota’s Grand Challenge, February 09, 2021. (Invited)
- Sharma, V. 2021. Precision Irrigation Management for Crop Production. Agricultural and Biological Engineering Department (ABE), Department Seminar. January 8, 2021. (Invited)
2020
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2020. Quantification and Mapping of Crop Evapotranspiration using Remote Sensing-Based Surface Energy Balance Models in the Inter-mountain Terrain. Agricultural and Biological Engineering (ABE) Virtual Research Symposium, November 19, 2020.
- Sharma, V. 2020. Precision Irrigation Management: Conceptual Framework and Available Technologies. Florida Certified Crop Advisers Educational Program (FCCAEP). November 16th, 2020. (Invited)
- Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2020. Comparison of Different Remote Sensing Models in Estimation of Crop Evapotranspiration in Semi-arid to Arid Inter-Mountain Region of Wyoming. ASABE Virtual AIM. July 13-15, 2020.

Poster Presentations
Parsanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Integrating Measured LAI and UAV-Derived Vegetation Indices for Crop Coefficient (Kc) Estimation in Potato. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.

Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Strategic Nitrogen Optimization: Advancing Best Management Practices for Corn Yield and Water Quality in Nitrate-Leaching Vulnerable Areas. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jupiter, FL, June 12th, 2025.

Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2025. Advancing global agriculture through localized nitrogen optimization: Integrated technologies boost corn yield, environmental and economic sustainability in Florida. Annual Poster Symposium, Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, March 2025.

Jones, C^&., Miller, T., Sharma, V., Athearn, K., Bhambota, S., and Hochmuth, B. 2025. Promoting BMP adoption through the Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP) Contest. Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference, Savannah GA, January 9-11, 2025.

Sharma, V., Athearn, K., Love, J., Aue, K., Broughton, B., Capasso, J^g., Warren, M., Wynn, K., Korus, K., Sidhu, S.S., Hochmuth, R.C., Dukes, M., Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., Bhambota, S^P., and Das, S^P. 2024. Florida Stakeholder Engagement Program (STEP): Extension Programming to Enhance the Adoption of Best Management Practices. UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium, Gainesville, FL, USA. (Poster)

Singh, R^G., and Sharma V. 2024. Protecting Suwannee Valley Springs: Advanced Nitrogen Strategies for Water Quality and Sustainable Farming. Digital poster presented at the Florida Stormwater Association Winter Conference, Kissimmee, FL.

Prasanna, V^G., Sharma, V., Morrow, M^G., Acharya, B^G., Vaddevolu, U.B.P^P., Singh, R^G., and Das, S^P. 2024. Analyzing Potato Response to Different Irrigation and Nitrogen Application in Suwannee Valley using SUBSTOR-Potato Model. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL, June 14th, 2024

Singh, R^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Strategic Nitrogen Fertilizer Application and Placement for Enhanced Yield, Efficiency, and Water Quality in Optimizing Corn Production Sustainability. Florida Section ASABE Annual Conference, Jensen Beach, FL, June 14th, 2024.

Prasanna, V^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Effect of Irrigation and Nitrogen Levels on Potato Yield, Quality, Water, and Nitrogen Use Efficiency. ABE Poster Symposium, Gainesville, FL, March 6th, 2024.

Singh, R^G., Morrow, M^G., and Sharma, V. 2024. Optimizing Corn Yield and Water Quality: A CERES-MAIZE model analysis of Controlled Release Fertilizers (CRFs). UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium, Gainesville, FL, February 21st, 2024.

Das, S^P., Kaur, S., and Sharma, V. 2024. IoT-based Sensor System for Estimation of Crop Water Stress Index and Smart Irrigation Scheduling in Maize and Wheat Cropping Sequence. UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium, Gainesville, FL, February 21st, 2024.

Prasanna, V^G., Sharma, V., Morrow, M^G., Acharya, B^G., Voddevolu, U.B.P^P., and Singh, R^G. 2024. Optimizing Irrigation and Nitrogen Fertilization to Enhance Potato Growth, Yield, Nitrogen Use Efficiency and Minimize Leaching on Sandy Soils. UF 2024 Water Institute Symposium, Gainesville, FL, February 21st, 2024.

Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023. Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, St. Louis, MO, October 30th, 2023.

Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. Comparing the Effectiveness of Four Different Rotational Production Systems on Nitrate Leaching in Sandy Soils of Suwannee River Basin. Florida Association of Water Quality Control Annual Conference, Naples, FL, June 13-16, 2023.

Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V, and Hochmuth, R.C. 2023. Understanding Controlled-Release Fertilizers Potential to Improve Water Quality Through Nitrate Reduction in Corn Cropping Systems of North Florida. Florida Association of Water Quality Annual Conference, Napes, FL, June 13-16.

Prasanna, V^G., Morrow, M^G., Acharya, B^G., Voddevolu, U.B.P^P., Sharma, V. (2023). Development of Integrated Precision Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies for Potatoes. Florida Section ASABE Annual Meeting, Duck Key, Florida, June 4 to 7, 2023.

Prasanna, V^G., Morrow, M^G., Acharya, BG., Voddevolu, U.B.P^P., Sharma, V. (2023). Development of Integrated Precision Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Strategies for Potatoes. School of Natural Resources and Environment Symposium, UF, Gainesville FL., April 4th, 2023.

Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2023 Simulating Nitrogen and Water Dynamics in a Rotational Production System. ABE Poster Symposium, UF, Gainesville, FL, March 9th, 2023.

Morgan, M^G., Sharma, V., and Hochmuth, R.C. 2023. Analysis of Controlled-Release Fertilizers' Ability to maintain corn production goals while reducing nitrate leaching in cropping systems of north Florida. ABE Poster Symposium. UF, Gainesville, FL, March 9th, 2023.

Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analysis of Controlled-Release Fertilizers Ability in Maintaining Corn Production Goals While Reducing Nitrate Leaching in Cropping Systems of North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD, November 6-9, 2022.

Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizers' Role in Reducing Nitrogen Leaching in Carrot Cropping Systems in North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD November 6-9, 2022.

Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analysis of Controlled-Release Fertilizers Ability in Maintaining Corn Production Goals While Reducing Nitrate Leaching in Cropping Systems of North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD, November 6-9, 2022.

Morrow, M^G., Sharma, V., Hochmuth, R.C., and Steller, K. 2022. Analyzing Controlled-Release Fertilizers' Role in Reducing Nitrogen Leaching in Carrot Cropping Systems in North Florida. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting, Communication & Public Engagement for Healthy People and Healthy Planet, Baltimore, MD, November 6-9, 2022.

Fort St. J^G., Sharma, V., and Chase, C.A. 2022. Evaluation of micro-irrigation for reducing water use during strawberry establishment and frost protection in Florida. American Society of Agriculture and Biological Engineers (ASABE), Annual International Conference (AIM) 2022, Houston Texas, July 17-20, 2022.

Fort St. J^G., Sharma, V., and Chase, C.A. 2022. Evaluation of micro-irrigation for reducing water use during strawberry establishment and frost protection in Florida. Florida State Horticulture Society (FSHS) Conference. Sarasota, FL, June 5-7, 2022.

Acharya, B^G., Barrett, C., Dukes, M., and Sharma, V. 2022. Quantification of Nitrate Leaching Across Four Different Rotational Production in Sandy soils of Northern Florida. Environmental and Water Resources Institute (EWRI)- World Environmental and Water Resources Congress, Atlanta, GA, June 5-8, 2022.

Morrow, M^G., Hochmuth, R.C., and Sharma, V. 2022. Importance of Good Irrigation Management in Reducing On-Farm Conventional and Controlled Release Fertilizer Sources of Nitrogen. Environmental and Water Resources Institute (EWRI)- World Environmental and Water Resources Congress, Atlanta, GA, June 5-8, 2022.

Acharya, B^G., and Sharma, V. 2020. Quantification and Mapping of Surface Energy Balance Fluxes using METRIC Algorithm in the Semi-arid to Arid Inter-Mountain Region of Wyoming. ASABE Virtual AIM, July 13-15, 2020.

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