Leadership & Advisory — Agricon HortiConnect 2026

Chairs the National Advisory Committee for AgriCon HortiConnect 2026, bringing decades of senior government experience in agriculture, animal husbandry, dairying and fisheries policy.

Leads one of India's central agricultural universities, shaping research agendas and curriculum for the next generation of agri leaders.

Led NABARD's national mandate on rural development finance and policy, with deep expertise in agri credit and cooperative institutions.

Former head of DUVASU, Mathura — one of India's leading veterinary and animal-sciences universities. Career-long advocate for integrated agriculture education.

Drives policy and industry coordination for India's crop-protection sector at the Agro Chemical Federation of India.

Founder of India's largest agri-media group, bringing three decades of editorial leadership connecting farmers, industry and policy makers.

Heads the Amity Agriculture Foundation, focused on research, incubation and applied innovation in Indian agriculture.

Senior IAS officer with deep experience driving state agriculture policy, market reform and horticulture programmes across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.

Leads the Fertilizer Association of India's national policy and advocacy agenda, with expertise in soil health and nutrient management.

Former Agriculture Commissioner at the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare and Vice Chancellor of Maharana Pratap Horticultural University (MHU), Karnal.

Founder and chairman of Indigram Labs Foundation — one of India's leading agri-tech incubators supporting startups across the agriculture and food-tech value chain.

Pioneer in protected farming with 30+ years of experience. Transformed India's greenhouse sector through high-quality planting materials and sustainable cultivation practices.

Decades-long career connecting stakeholders across the sector. Key thought leader shaping protected horticulture innovation and fostering meaningful industry partnerships.

30+ years farming experience offering practical solutions for crop management and climate-controlled cultivation, advancing sustainable agriculture practices.

Nearly three decades driving innovation in protected cultivation. Pioneered shade nets and mulch films in India, partnering with international agri-solution providers.

Dual expertise in manufacturing advanced greenhouse technology and expert growing practices, contributing to modernisation of India's horticulture sector.

30+ years experience spanning greenhouse farming and agribusiness strategy, helping businesses adapt to market demands through innovation.

Operational leader emphasising efficiency, innovation and teamwork while driving excellence in floriculture and horticulture solutions.

Earth System Scientist with 30+ years work across multiple continents. Author of 450+ publications integrating science, tradition and innovation for sustainable development.

40+ years advancing sericulture, horticultural education and research. Established India's leading horticultural university with 8 colleges and research stations.

40+ years in horticulture education and research. Developed 47 flower varieties and led national floriculture programmes at ICAR.