Kaveri Seed Company Limited
Kiran B is a Senior Research Scientist at Kaveri Seed Company Limited. Prior to this, Kiran worked at Bayer for several years, holding various positions including Seed Genetics Lab Lead and Associate Scientist. With a background in Genetics, Kiran has also worked as a Senior Research Fellow at Barwale Foundation and as a Technical Helper at DRR-(ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research). Kiran holds a PhD in Genetics from Osmania University and a Master's degree from University College of Sciences. Kiran's career path showcases a strong background in precision genomics and biotechnology.
Kaveri Seed Company Limited
Kaveri Seeds is a key stakeholder in fueling Green Revolution that begins with the seed, the most decisive input in agriculture. Genetically enhanced premium quality seed has been the hallmark of Kaveri for more than three decades, The Company has vast experience in seed production of major agricultural crops backed by a very strong in-house R&D programme for crops maize, cotton, sun flower, bajra, sorghum, rice and several vegetable crops. With over 600 acres of farm land owned by the company and dedicated team of researchers, the company is conscious of the changing needs of farmers and consumers to design and develop productive hybrids that excel in market and fetch rewarding returns. Being India’s leading National seed company, the focus centers round combined use of conventional breeding and biotechnology to shift the yield frontier and stabilize it through incorporation of genetic resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Encountering the challenges faced by the farmers are the business motto for Kaveri’s research innovation.