Biodiversity Convention: Seed, Soil & Millets

Nawal Deep Bania

He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Calcutta University and a Masters degree from HNB Garhwal University. With over 5 years of experience as an Assistant Professor and State Learning and Development Head, have acquired extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of education and professional development.An enthusiast and seeker with 5+ years of experience as an Assistant professor in the Agro-Sciences department and Training Development (Learning & Development). Have been a driving force for degree students and corporate teams in implementing new businesses in diverse sectors. Made significant contributions through a targeted strategy, motivating people and directing learning programs meant to improve workers’ knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behavior in relation to their jobs. Solid training experience.

Rajat Negi

Rajat Negi is an agriculturist from Srinagar Garhwal, Uttarakhand, currently residing in Srinagar Garhwal, Pauri District. He holds a BSc. in Agriculture from Dehradun and an MBA in Agribusiness from SHUATS, Prayagraj. Rajat’s professional background includes specialized training in Mushroom Cultivation, Beekeeping, and Nursery Management. He also completed a 45-day training at Indo Organics Pesticides Company in Kashipur, U.S. Nagar. Before that, he gained 13 months of experience in the sales department at IndiaMART Intermesh Limited in Karol Bagh, Delhi.

Devender

Devender is a skilled natural farming trainer and agronomist with a robust background in management, team leadership, capacity building (including natural farming training and exposure visits), grassroots approach (stakeholder and farmer registration), and liaisoning. Currently, I hold the role of District Coordinator/Team Leader for two districts in Himachal Pradesh, Solan and Shimla (officially Solan). His positive approach has enabled me to embrace and overcome new challenges, successfully achieving targets and goals. He loves traveling and exploring new places. 

Amit Kumar Giri

Agronomist with 1.5 years of experience at Vatshal Green Environment Pvt. Ltd. Possessing strong expertise in crop handling and soil management, Amit has successfully assisted farmers in optimizing their crop planting processes and implementing efficient farming practices. His role involved conducting soil analyses, developing tailored soil improvement strategies, and providing hands-on support to enhance crop yield and quality. He is highly adaptable, quick to learn new techniques, and always ready to embrace new challenges in the agricultural sector. 

Ayushi Jugran

Ayushi Jugran is well educated and has good knowledge in the fields of organic farming, regenerative agriculture, contract farming, and operations with 10 months of experience. She has very good knowledge of how to deal with farmers and local people and communication skills. She is a team player and very much dedicated to her work. She is thrilled to join the organization MVDA and contribute her goodness to the team so we all achieve our goals and can do something valuable for the farmers.

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Actionaid
Ajivika
American Indian Foundation
Azim Premji Foundation
Bioversity International
EdelGive Foundation
Enduring Value
Global Environment Facility
Grow Fund
Hamilton
HDFC
Himmotthan
ICAR
IFAD
Iimpact
IM-Swedish Development
India-Global Social Service Society
International Livestock Research Institute
LIC HFL
Mankind Pharma
National Bank For Agriculture and Rural Development
Organic Uttarakhand
OXFAM Hong Kong
OXFAM India
People’s Science Institute
Room to read
SOIR-IM
Tata – Leadership with  us
Tata Trusts
Uttarakhand Seva Nidhi Paryavaran Shiksha Sansthan
World Food Programme