Mr. M Prabhakar Rao, Is The Chairman And Managing Director Of Nuziveedu Seeds Ltd (Nsl), The Largest Seed Company In India. He Is A Pioneer In Bridging The Gap Between Technology Developers And Seed Companies, Making New Technologies Accessible To Farmers At Reasonable Prices.

Mr. Rao Is A Passionate Advocate Of Sustainability For Indian Farmers And Has Played A Critical Role In Drastically Reducing The Prices Of Bt Cotton Seeds, Making Them Affordable To Farmers Across The Country. His Exceptional Leadership Has Earned Him Numerous Leadership Positions, Including Serving As A Founding Member Of The National Seed Association Of India (Nsai), Chairman Of Ficci-Andhra Pradesh State Council, And The Cotton Advisory Board, Ministry Of Textiles.

Furthermore, Mr. Rao Has Established The Mandava Foundation, A Charitable Trust That Supports Various Initiatives Focused On Education, Healthcare, And Agricultural Productivity.

A True Friend Of The Farmer, We Are Proud Of This Son Of The Soil And Are Privileged That He Will Be Physically Present To Receive The Lifetime Achievement Award