Jaidev Shroff
Jaidev Shroff is the Global CEO of UPLLimited He is a well-known global pioneer in the development of sustainable agriculture and in the agribusiness industry with more than 30 years of experience in India and abroad
UPLis dedicated to improving food security in over 130 countries by offering innovative technologies and solutions for the expansion of sustainable agriculture. With a substantial presence in the supply chains for seeds, plant nutrition, crop protection, and post-harvest food preservation, UPLis one of the top-growing agri-input companies in the world today under the direction of Jaidev Shroff. He had a key role in changing UPLfrom a mostly domestic player to a fully Indian multinational corporation. UPLemploys a workforce from more than 75 different nationalities and has manufacturing facilities in 48 different countries Additionally, UPLhas nearly 12,000 product registrations and more than 1,000 international patents, illustrating the company's dedication to innovation across a broad variety of product offerings
Jaidev Shroff is actively involved in the World Economic Forum's GrowAfrica and Grow Asia projects, the IFPRI's SustainableAgriculture and Global Food Security Initiative, the World Business Council for Sustainable Development, the Chicago Council, IGD, and ICAR
Shroff believes that connecting ag-tech companies with farms will foster more innovation and a better grasp of the needs of farmers. UPL’s purpose – OpenAg – is to create an open network for agriculture, activating connections across the world’s agriculture system It aims to increase rates of sustainable growth across all societies, including those of farmers, producers, consumers, and business partners. It embodies a truly positive outlook on the future of agriculture one that transcends boundaries and encourages inclusive, sustainable growth
Jaidev Shroff firmly believes in the merits of collaboration and cross-sector alliances. He asserts that UPLwill continue to invest in areas other than agriculture The company's most recent annual report included non-financial goals such as enhancing food security, promoting sustainable sourcing, and strengthening ties within the community.
With a strong focus on innovation, research, and excellence, Jaidev Shroff's aim for UPLis to continually work to bring practical, affordable, and profitable solutions to farmers around the world while "Reimagining Sustainability" for farms, farmers, and food systems globally. UPLstrongly encourages its executive teams to get involved in their local communities and supports social responsibility, which increases trust among the farmers with whom the company works
