CropLife India Re-elects Ankur Aggarwal as Chairman

CropLife India announced board changes at its 45th AGM, re-electing Ankur Aggarwal, MD of Crystal Crop Protection Ltd., as Chairman.

Strengthened Leadership Team

Mohan Babu of Bayer CropScience will continue as Vice Chairman, and meanwhile, Gyanendra Shukla of Rallis India joins as the second Vice Chairman, together further strengthening CropLife India’s leadership team.

Driving India’s Agri-Transformation

Aggarwal emphasized, “India today stands as the world’s fourth-largest producer and second-largest exporter of agrochemicals. CropLife India’s members contribute over 70% of the industry’s business and represent 95% of the world’s leading molecules and chemistries. Our exports, valued at nearly ₹40,000 crore, highlight India’s growing importance in the global agri-value chain.”

Commitment to Innovation and Stewardship

Durgesh Chandra, Secretary General of CropLife India, stated, “We look forward to working closely with Ankur Aggarwal and the Board to deliver safe, innovative crop protection technologies. Our focus remains on educating farmers on responsible pesticide use and supporting them in protecting their crops sustainably”.

Investing in the Future of Sustainable Agriculture

CropLife India and its member companies continue to collaborate with farmers, scientists, and policymakers to address emerging agricultural challenges. As reported by thehindubusinessline.com, CropLife India members pledged €14 billion by 2030 for precision agriculture and bio-pesticides to boost sustainable, self-reliant farming.