Mahesh Kumar R

Mahesh Kumar R is a seasoned professional in technical sales and agricultural research with extensive experience in the biological systems sector. Currently serving as Technical Sales Manager for Asia at Certis Biologicals since September 2025, Mahesh has previously held several roles including Technical Sales Manager for India at Koppert Biological Systems from November 2012 to August 2025, as well as positions such as Technical Manager and Technical Sales Consultant. Earlier career highlights include serving as a Research Associate at the All India Coordinated Research Project under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research from June 2006 to December 2009, and a Plant Pathology Training Associate at Krishi Vigyan Kendra from July 2005 to May 2006. Mahesh's academic background includes dual master's degrees in Nematology (Erasmus Mundus) from Gent University and Wageningen University (2010-2012), and an MSc in Plant Pathology and BSc in Agriculture from the University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore.