The Indian seed industry is an important part of the country's agricultural sector, driving growth and sustainability. With a rapidly growing population, food production advancements frequently lag behind the rising demand for food. Rising incomes and shifting dietary patterns highlight the need for higherquality crops.
Concurrently, climate change poses significant challenges with unpredictable weather patterns negatively impacting agricultural productivity. Currently, the concerted & multi-faceted approaches towards increasing productivity are being overpaced by the challenges of climate change.
Moinuddin H Haroon, Managing Director
Changes in cultivation practices, such as the transition from annual to seasonal crops and the adoption of vertical farming, also increase the demand for high-quality seeds. Despite these opportunities, Indian farmers face significant challenges.
Major pain points include a lack of access to essential knowledge for informed input choices, insufficient and informal access to credit, which leads to high interest rates, and a lack of education on modern farming practices and their broader agricultural ecosystem.
Hytech Seed stands out as a beacon of excellence and innovation in the dynamic landscape of Indian agriculture. At the helm of this company is Chairman Dr. Suri Sehgal, a renowned stalwart of the agri-seed business and a recipient of the late Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Award in 2022. Hytech Seed has proven its dedication to providing farmers with high-quality seeds with a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Quality is paramount, with Hytech Seed dealing exclusively in a select range of commercial crops, including Corn, Grain Sorghum, Pearl Millet, and Mustard. Its research-based and market-driven approach is one of the distinguishing features.This approach is centered on understanding market needs, farmer needs, and the specific needs of different geographies. The firm uses research to translate these needs into meticulously designed products.
Hytech Seed is not just productcentric but also customer-centric. Prior to the sale, the firm focuses a lot of effort on educating farmers, providing them with ongoing support and demonstrations to make sure they succeed. “We take pride in being among the very few with proprietary hybrid products. Ethical practices, talent, and commitment define our team, while fairness, neutrality, and respect for laws guide us. We're market-driven, researchfocused, and customer-oriented, with a strong farmer-centric emphasis. This is what sets our organization apart”, emphasizes Moinuddin H Haroon, Managing Director.
Hytech Seed boasts a robust network of evaluation and testing. The firm covers a wide range of conditions with about 200 each year crop testing locations, four main research stations, and ten sub-stations. The evaluation network is intended to represent various markets and their unique needs. This extensive testing ensures that the Hytech seed varieties are adaptable and appropriate for various regions.Moreover, the firm’s commitment to farmers is unparalleled. Beyond initial consultations, the firm's commitment to farmers includes continuous product refinement. The process starts with input from farmers, followed by field trials. Customer feedback guides iterative product improvement, and marketing and sales teams offer ongoing support, maintaining product relevance and effectiveness in India's evolving agriculture sector. Hytech further demonstrates its commitment for Agricultural growth in India through CSR by contributing and focusing on 'Empowerment & Capacity Building of women farmers' on sustainable Agricultural practices.
Hytech Seed has come a long way since its inception in 2004, expanding both in terms of product offerings and geographical reach. From humble beginnings with only three products in a few states, the company has grown into a thriving enterprise that operates throughout India. In 2023, the company will have sold over 10,000 tons of seed, demonstrating its dedication to quality and customer satisfaction. The company's rapid but steady growth has seen it grow from a small team of researchers in 2007 to a workforce of 530 dedicated individuals in 2023. As India's agriculture sector continues to evolve, Hytech Seed remains steadfast in its mission to serve farmers and bridge the gap in the country's agricultural ecosystem.
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