Profile of Md. Manik Ali
Md. Manik Ali
Assistant Professor
Department of Agroforestry And Environment (AGF)
Faculty of Agriculture
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science & Technology University, Dinajpur.
E-mail: manikali@hstu.ac.bd
Mobile: 01773878008
CAREER OBJECTIVE
- To contribute to sustainable agriculture and environmental development through research, teaching, and innovation in Agroforestry, Climate-Smart Agriculture, and GIS & Remote Sensing applications.
RESEARCH INTEREST
- Sustainable Land Use Systems, Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA), Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation, GIS and Remote Sensing Applications in Agriculture
EDUCATION
- PG Dip in Remote Sensing and GIS, 2024
Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), India
- MS in Agroforestry and Environment, 2015
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Dinajpur, Bangladesh
- B.Sc. Ag. (Hons.), 2013
Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Dinajpur, Bangladesh
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES
- Assistant Professor
Faculty of Agriculture, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU), DinajpurApril 11, 2020 to Present
- Lecturer
Faculty of Agriculture, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU), DinajpurJuly 11, 2019 to April 10, 2020
- Scientific Officer
Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), BangladeshJanuary 08, 2017 to July 10, 2019
PUBLICATIONS
Journal Papers
Bari, M. S., Rahman, M. S., Bashir, M. A., Sultana, R., Madnee, M., & Ali, M. M.* (2026). Agroforestry enhances economic returns, land efficiency and soil health in the char lands of Bangladesh. Agroforestry Systems, 100(3), 85.
Read MoreAlam, M. A., Danodia, A., Jafar, M. A., Rana, M. M., Akter, N., & Ali, M. M.* (2026). A comprehensive drought characterization of Bangladesh using integrated remote sensing observations and land surface model outputs. Vadose Zone Journal, 25(1), e70075.
Read MoreHabib, M. A., Babur, K. M. A. R., Islam, M. M., Akter, N., Bari, M. S., Bashir, M. A., & Ali, M. M.* (2025). Climate change dynamics and their effects on Bangladeshi agriculture: A systematic review. Nature-Based Solutions, 100275.
Read MoreBashir M.A.,Bari M.S., Rahman M.S. , Ali M. M., Madnee M., Muhyidiyn I., Khatun S.(2025). Enhancing food productivity through intensive agroforestry cropping for sustainable soil practice in Bangladesh. Turkish Journal of Agriculture-Food Science and Technology, 13(s3), 4012–4021.
Read MoreMadnee, I., Hussain, T., Allahverdi, T. H., Nurrochmat, D. R., Bashir, M. A., Ali, M. M., Ghaffar M. U., and Qanitha, M. (2025). Enhancing soil fertility in arid and semi-arid climates using leguminous trees: A species-specific agroforestry approach. Journal of Agroforestry and Environment, 18(2), 152 168.
Read MoreAkter, N., Ali, M. M., Islam, T., Rahman, T., & Jabi, R. (2025). Pre-harvest nutrient applications: A key to superior litchi (Cv. ‘Bombai’) quality and shelf life. Applied Fruit Science, 67(4), 247.
Read MoreAli, M. M., Ahmad, B., Bari, M. S., Rahman, A. C., & Sarmin, I. J. (2024). An assessment of agroforestry as a climate-smart practice: Evidences from farmers of northwestern region of Bangladesh. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment, 7(2), e20501.
Read MoreAli, M. M., Bari, M. S., Hanif, M. A., Rahman, M. S., Ahmed, B., & Rahman, M. S. (2024). Charland resilience: Agroforestry innovations as nature-based solutions for climate vulnerable communities in Bangladesh. Nature-Based Solutions, 100165.
Read MoreAli, M. M., Bari, M. S., Rahman, M. T., & Sarmin, I. J. (2024). Multistoried woodlot based agroforestry system for improved resource utilization and incomes for farmer. Heliyon, 10(16).
Read MoreAli, M. M., Islam, M. A., Islam, M. R., Dipto, S. S., & Bari, M. S. (2024). Assessing the cropland changes into agroforestry and its livelihood outcomes: Evidence from northern Bangladesh. Trees, Forests and People, 15, 100497
Read MoreBari, M. S., Ali, M. M., Alam, M. J., Bashir, M. A., Sarkar, O. T., & Mukul, S. A. (2024). Forest restoration through village common forests in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh: The role of NGO interventions. Sustainability, 16(19), 8490.
Read MoreBari, M. S., Roshetko, J. M., Ali, M. M., & Hasan, M. F. (2024). Potential of agroforestry practices in multifunctional landscapes for enhancing the livelihoods of local dwellers in the north-western charlands of Bangladesh. Forest and Society, 8(1), 195–217.
Read MoreHossan, M. S., Ali, M. M.*, Bari, M. S., & Sarmin, I. J. (2024). Eco-custodians: A contemporary analysis of tree species composition and regeneration health in Ramsagar and Singra National Parks, Bangladesh. Jurnal Sylva Lestari, 12(2), 385–400.
Read MoreHossan, M. S., Bari, M. S., Rahman, M. S., Hanif, M. A., & Ali, M. M.*(2021). Strategic environmental assessment: Current status, practices and challenges in Bangladesh. International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 11(3), 38–48.
Read MoreAli, M. M.*, Akter, N., Kabir, M. R., Hasan, M. M., Rahman, M. M., & Bari, M. S. (2020). The biodiversity status and conservation activities of Singra National Park (SNP) in the link of co management strategy. International Journal of Environment and Climate Change, 10(10), 136–146.
Read MoreKona, K. N., Rahman, M. S., Hossain, S., Akter, N., & Ali, M. M.* (2020). Growth and yield of three turmeric varieties (Curcuma longa L.) under mango-based agroforestry. Asian Plant Research Journal, 5(1), 29–36.
Read MoreRahman, M. S., Roy, P. R., Ali, M. M., Bari, M. S., Sarmin, I. J., & Rahman, M. A. (2020). Cost benefit analysis of different agroforestry systems and practices of Kaharole Upazila of Dinajpur District, Bangladesh. South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics, 8(4), 87 97.
Read MoreAli, M. M.*, Rahman, M. M., Islam, S., Islam, M. A., Alam, M. R., Bari, M. S., & Nahar, M. N. (2018). Varietal performance of turmeric under mango based agroforestry system. American Journal of Plant Sciences, 9(5), 995.
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Conference Papers
Ali, M. M., Pal, A. C., Bari, M. S., Rahman, M. L., & Sarmin, I. J. (2024). Agroforestry as a climate-smart strategy: Examining the factors affecting farmers’ adoption. Biology and Life Sciences Forum, 30(1), 29.
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Awards and SCHOLARSHIPS
- CSSTEAP Fellowship
Funded by: Government of India for pursuing the Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Remote Sensing and Geographic
PROJECTS
- Maximizing Orchard Productivity for Litchi, Mango and Moringa through Intensive Cropping Patterns and Sustainable Soil Practices
Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), HSTU
Position: Principal Investigator
Description: Maximizing Orchard Productivity for Litchi, Mango and Moringa through Intensive Cropping Patterns and Sustainable Soil Practices,
- Farmer’s Adaptation to Climate Change Mitigation in Northern Bangladesh: Factors Affecting Feasibility, Efficacy, and Sustainability
Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), HSTU
Position: Principal Investigator
Description: Farmer’s Adaptation to Climate Change Mitigation in Northern Bangladesh: Factors Affecting Feasibility, Efficacy, and Sustainability” investigates farmers’ adaptation strategies to climate change and the socio-economic and environmental factors influencing their effectiveness and sustainability in northern Bangladesh.
- Mapping of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practices and its Impacts on Livelihood: Evidence from the Northwestern Char Land of Bangladesh
Funded by: University Grants Commission (UGC), Bangladesh
Position: Principal Investigator
Description: Mapping of Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) Practices and its Impacts on Livelihood: Evidence from the Northwestern Char Land of Bangladesh,” funded by the University Grants Commission, aimed to identify and map climate-smart agricultural practices adopted in the northwestern charland regions of Bangladesh and assess their impacts on farmers’ livelihoods, resilience, and sustainability. As the Principal Investigator, responsibilities included project design, field data collection, GIS-based mapping and analysis, livelihood assessment, data interpretation, report writing, and overall project coordination.
- Assessing the Cropland Changes into Agroforestry and its Livelihood Outcomes: Evidence from Northern Bangladesh
Funded by: Institute of Research and Training (IRT), HSTU
Position: Co-Principal Investigator
Description: Assessing the Cropland Changes into Agroforestry and its Livelihood Outcomes: Evidence from Northern Bangladesh” examined the conversion of cropland into agroforestry systems and their impacts on livelihoods, sustainability, and land use in northern Bangladesh.
- Strategies for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change Impact in the Char Land Ecosystem of Tista River Basin
Funded by: SANDEE
Position: Co-Principal Investigator
Description: Strategies for Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change Impact in the Char Land Ecosystem of Tista River Basin,” funded by the Ministry of Science and Technology, focused on developing climate adaptation and mitigation strategies for the vulnerable charland ecosystem of the Tista River Basin.
- Restoration of Village Common Forest (VCF) with and without NGO Intervention: A Case Study from Chittagong Hill Tracts
Funded by: SANDEE
Position: Co-Principal Investigator
Description: Restoration of Village Common Forest (VCF) with and without NGO Intervention: A Case Study from Chittagong Hill Tracts” evaluated the role of NGO interventions in restoring Village Common Forests and improving ecological sustainability in the Chittagong Hill Tracts.
- Strategic Environmental Assessment for Capacity Development in Higher Education (SEA-ASIA)
Funded by: European Union
Position: Research Associate / Project Member
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SOCIAL NETWORK
- Google Scholar Profile
URL: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=VnTtjBAAAAAJ&hl=en
- ResearchGate Profile
URL: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Md-Manik-Ali?ev=hdr_xprf

