R.K. Goyal South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Verdesian Life Sciences USA

Managing Director South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, Australia & New Zealand, Verdesian Life Sciences USA

Mr. R.K. Goyal is a distinguished leader in the Agri-input industry, currently spearheading Verdesian Life Sciences’ commercial operations across South Asia, Southeast Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. With over 36 years of experience, he has played a pivotal role in introducing advanced agricultural technologies to the Indian market.

Widely acknowledged as the pioneer of biological seed treatment in India, Mr. Goyal has collaborated with more than 100 seed companies to develop and promote innovative seed-coating technologies that significantly enhance crop performance and sustainability. His early contributions also include the successful introduction of biostimulants to Indian agriculture, enabling farmers to adopt solutions that improve nutrient use efficiency and resilience to environmental stress.

Throughout his career, Mr. Goyal has demonstrated exceptional leadership in driving business growth, managing large teams, and delivering strategic outcomes. His close engagement with agri-research institutes and scientists has facilitated the delivery of science-backed, validated solutions to farmers across the region.

An academic achiever, Mr. Goyal holds a Gold Medal in Agriculture from Agri- University: HAU Hissar in 1984-88 batch and an MBA from NMIMS Mumbai. He is a respected speaker at industry forums and remains deeply committed to promoting sustainable agriculture through innovation, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing

Verdesian SEEET Solutions - Empowering Every Seed – Nutrition, Germination & Stress Protection

The presentation will showcases Verdesian Life Sciences and its pioneering Seed Emergence, Enhancement & Establishment Technology (SEEET), designed to transform seed treatment and boost agricultural productivity. The focus is on delivering nutritional vaccination for seeds, which enhances germination, seedling vigor, and overall plant health from the earliest stages.

With a strong legacy in India since 1984, Verdesian integrates MAC Technology (Metabolic Active Compounds) to improve nutrient uptake, stress tolerance, and crop performance. Products like Seed100CL, SDM, and Take Off ST have demonstrated significant benefits across crops such as wheat, rice, corn, bitter gourd, cumin, and soybean.

Key outcomes from trials include:

  • enhanced germination and two to five days earlier emergence.
  • Yield increases of up to 25% in groundnut and 17.5% in wheat.
  • Enhanced nutrient absorption and photosynthetic efficiency.
  • Improved seed storage viability and ROI of 1:4 for farmers.

The technology is easy to apply, cost-effective, and compatible with existing agrochemical practices, making it a valuable solution for seed companies and growers aiming for sustainable and profitable agriculture.