Birendra Kumar, India Country Director

Mr. Birendra Kumar – Expert in Building High-Performing Agri Teams With 26+ years of leadership experience in the agrochemical and agricultural services sector, Mr. Birendra Kumar has established himself as a distinguished expert in developing and leading high-performing teams that drive business growth and farmer-centric innovation. Having held key leadership roles at BASF, Mahindra Summit Agriscience, and Parijat Industries, he specializes in assembling, training, and motivating cross-functional teams that excel in sales, marketing, distribution, and Agri-extension programs. His expertise lies in strategic talent development, having designed and implemented structured training modules for field staff, channel partners, and farmers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market demands. A keen observer of global Agri-input trends, Mr. Kumar has visited 16+ countries, integrating international best practices into local team strategies to enhance productivity and engagement. His leadership has consistently resulted in highly efficient, results-driven teams capable of executing large-scale crop management programs, expanding distribution networks, and fostering sustainable agricultural growth. By combining hands-on agribusiness acumen with a deep understanding of team dynamics, Mr. Kumar continues to be a transformative force in building agile, motivated, and high-impact teams in the agricultural sector.