Transforming
Agribusiness & Food Systems

At AgVayā, we collaborate with agribusinesses, food companies, and development organizations to create sustainable opportunities and drive growth in smallholder agricultural markets.

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Who we are?

Transforming Agriculture

AgVayā was founded by industry leaders who saw a critical gap agriculture and food businesses needed more than just advice; they needed actionable, sustainable solutions tailored to their challenges. With our deep passion and decades of leadership experience, we set out to bridge this gap and drive real transformation.

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What We Offer

Our Services

Why Choose Us

Our Strengths

Unbiased & Practical Solutions

Grounded in real-world insights, ensuring actionable and impactful recommendations.

Multi-Dimensional Expertise

A strategic blend of leadership, business transformation, and deep agricultural sector knowledge.

Outcome-Driven Approach

Focused on achieving measurable client success and long-term sustainability.

Insight Meets Empathy

Combining rigorous analysis with a deep understanding of people, businesses, and value chains.

Collaborative & Empowering

Coaching and co-creating solutions alongside clients to drive meaningful change.

Our Founders

The opportunity to ‘make a difference’ brought our Founding Team together

D Narain

D Narain

Ex-President South Asia, Bayer

Ex-Head-Global Smallholder Strategy, Bayer CropScience

Ex-Vice President & Treasurer, Monsanto

Shilpa Divekar Nirula

Shilpa Divekar Nirula

Ex-Head APAC Regional Business Strategy & Commercial Excellence, Bayer CropScience

EX-CEO & MD, Monsanto India

Sekhar Natarajan

Sekhar Natarajan

Ex-CEO & Regional Head, Monsanto India

Ram Kaundinya

Ram Kaundinya

Ex-CEO, Advanta India

Ex-MD Emergent Genetics

Ex-MD Cyanamid Agro

KV Subbarao

KV Subbarao

Ex-President Africa Middle East, Corteva Agriscience

Ex-Managing Director, South Asia, Corteva Agriscience

Jaideep lyengar

Jaideep lyengar

Ex-Head HR South Asia, Bayer Pharma & Digital Segments

Ex-Head HR, Asia ANZ Commercial & Director HR-Global Chemistry R&D, Monsanto

Siraj Chaudhry

Siraj Chaudhry

Country Chairman, SATS (India)

Ex-Chairman & MD, National Commodities Management Services

Ex-Chairman & CEO, Cargill India

Dhiraj Pant

Dhiraj Pant

Ex-Head APAC Market Development, Bayer CropScience

Ex-Head APAC Technology Development & India Regulatory, Monsanto

Navigating Smallholder Markets

Our Context

Fragmented Supply Chains

Decentralized production and inefficient distribution systems make it difficult to scale operations and meet market demand.

Inadequate Infrastructure

Limited access to reliable logistics, cold storage, and transportation networks reduces efficiency and increases post harvest losses.

Financial Constraints

Smallholders and agribusinesses struggle with limited access to credit, investment, and insurance, restricting growth and innovation.

Low Technology Adoption

Despite growing potential, many smallholder farmers lack access to affordable, localized, and scalable digital tools and agricultural technologies.

Regulatory and Policy Barriers

Complex and varying legal frameworks across regions create roadblocks to market entry, investment, and expansion.

Climate and Environmental Risks

Rising climate volatility, soil degradation, and water scarcity threaten long-term sustainability and farmer livelihoods.

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What our clients say

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20
Jun

Empowering Smallholder Farmers

Smallholders power global food systems. AgVayā helps turn their challenges into growth through practical, tailored solutions.

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20
Jun

From Strategy to Impact

AgVayā goes beyond advice delivering real, sustainable change in agribusiness through deep expertise and hands-on support.

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About Us

At AgVayā, we partner with agribusinesses, food companies, and development organizations to unlock opportunities in smallholder markets.