Kannan C.S. Warrier gets International Iconic Scientist Award

Kannan C.S. Warrier | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Kannan C.S. Warrier, Director of the Kerala Forest Research Institute (KSCSTE-KFRI), has been honoured with the International Iconic Scientist Award by Scientific Laurels, a research recognition and academic support platform registered under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, in recognition of his distinguished contributions to forestry science, forest genetics, tree improvement, biodiversity conservation and sustainable forest management.

With more than three decades of research experience, Dr. Warrier has made pioneering contributions to clonal forestry and improving forest genetic resources. His development of three high-yielding, salt-tolerant clones of Casuarina equisetifolia has enabled the productive use of degraded sodic soils, creating opportunities for farm forestry, strengthening the livelihoods of small and marginal farmers, and providing sustainable wood resources for pulp, paper, and other industries.