Pankaj Singh Rathi
Meerut
Summary
28 years of agricultural expertise across India, Mozambique, and Uganda, specializing in diverse plantation crops such as tea, coffee and forestry. Proven ability in managing large-scale farm operations with a focus on sustainable practices and crop cultivation. Expertise in finance, HR, and inventory management, complemented by proficiency in heavy agricultural equipment. Strong commitment to community impact through effective team leadership and adherence to global sustainability standards.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Executive
Mcleod Russel Uganda Limited
08.2022 - Current
- Management of Ankole Tea Estate and in charge of the company’s tea tourism projects.
- Production of 4.5 million kgs CTC Teas. Out of which 1.8 million is own and 2.7 million is outsourced from certified and Non-Certified Out-growers.
- Conservation of surrounding Kalinzu rainforest through the development and enforcement of preservation initiatives, including community-based reforestation programs and wildlife protection measures.
- Led projects focused on biodiversity, monitoring endangered species in cooperation with local and national conservation bodies.
- Quality of Ankole and Kalinzu marks. Ankole is one among the top marks in Uganda.
- Development and Training of Out growers on PPC and GAP.
- Coordinate with RA and ISO accredited Certification Bodies to plan and implement activities preparing for auditing for compliance with the Sustainable Agriculture Standard.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, suppliers, and partners.
- Responsible for projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards.
Management of the UP 12 Organic Tea Estate
Asian Tea Company
Gurue
07.2016 - 07.2022
- Management of the UP 12 Organic Tea Estate.
- Production of 1 million kgs organic CTC/ Orthodox Teas.
- Management and Implementation of Good agricultural practices based on the Sustainable Agriculture Standards.
- Coordinate with Fair trade, RA and ISO accredited Certification Bodies to plan and implement activities preparing for auditing for compliance with the Sustainable Agriculture Standard.
- Pioneered 100% organic farming operations and maintained successful vermicomposting and aerobic composting units for estate sustainability.
- Developed and managed nurseries for tea and eucalyptus, ensuring the integration of new organic methods and native species for climate resilience.
Chief Manager
Harrisons Malayalam Limited
Nilgiris
06.2008 - 06.2016
- Management of the Wentworth Tea Estate and in charge of the company’s tea tourism projects.
- Production of 2.4 million kgs Orthodox Black and Green Teas. Out of which 1.7 million is own and 0.7 million was outsourced from certified and Non-Certified Out-growers.
- Quality and export acceptance of Goldsland, Goldsland Select and Wentworth Premium marks.
- Responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of 100ha coffee plantations.
- Goldsland select is one among the top marks in South India.
- Development and Training of Out growers on PPC and GAP.
- Coordinate with RA and ISO accredited Certification Bodies to plan and implement activities preparing for auditing for compliance with the Sustainable Agriculture Standard.
- Implementation of the Company policies & Government Plantation Acts on the estate.
- Handling of all accounts and administration of the Estate.
- Management of the Tea and Eucalyptus Nurseries.
- Oversaw replanting and new clearing management.
- Conducted harvesting planning by enhancing integrated harvesting techniques.
Assistant Manager
M.B & Company
Coonoor
05.1997 - 05.2008
Education
Training course on Vetiveria Zizanoides -
The Vettiver Network International
Cochin02.2008
Training on Organic Cultivation -
Basil Academy
Mysore05.2007
Executive Development Program -
IIPM
Bangalore01.1999
Total Quality Management -
IIPM
Bangalore01.1998
Post Graduate Degree -
Human Psychology
Certificate courses on Managerial Practices -
T.R.A. and UPASI
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Farm management
- Organic farming and sustainable agriculture
- Negotiation skills
- Forestry expertise
- Certifications
- Inventory management
- Man Management
Accomplishments
- Maintained excellent and harmonious HR/IR throughout my career I was firm, honest and tough.
- Achieved the highest export targets of 60% exports on total production.
- Achieved 110% capacity utilization for the factory.
- Awarded with Top Gear award for outstanding performance on Tea prices, Profits, costs and all other KPI for the year 2014-15.
- Received award from the company for Getting RA, UTZ, ETP and Trust Tea Certifications.
- Introduced large-scale mechanization to address labour shortage, improve production quality and team productivity.
Seminars And Courses
- Executive Development Program, IIPM, Bangalore, 01/01/99
- Total Quality Management, IIPM, Bangalore, 01/01/98
- Certificate courses on Managerial Practices in Production Environment, Conducted By T.R.A. and UPASI
- Training on Organic Cultivation in Tea, Basil Academy, Mysore, 05/01/07
- Training course on Vetiveria Zizanoides, The Vettiver Network International, 02/01/08
References
- Mr. Dharmaraj (Dharm) Narendranath, independent consultant: tea, agribusiness, sustainable Agri sourcing+91-9446449100
- Mr. Naveen Madan, general manager, Liberian Agricultural Company Soc fin Gorup +91 89799 43680
- Mr Micky Francis Agri-Coordinator -Rubber Okomu Oil Palm Company PLC(Part of Scocfin Group)+0234 9031341238
Timeline
Operations Executive
Mcleod Russel Uganda Limited
08.2022 - Current
Management of the UP 12 Organic Tea Estate
Asian Tea Company
07.2016 - 07.2022
Chief Manager
Harrisons Malayalam Limited
06.2008 - 06.2016
Assistant Manager
M.B & Company
05.1997 - 05.2008
Training course on Vetiveria Zizanoides -
The Vettiver Network International
Training on Organic Cultivation -
Basil Academy
Executive Development Program -
IIPM
Total Quality Management -
IIPM
Post Graduate Degree -
Human Psychology
Certificate courses on Managerial Practices -
T.R.A. and UPASI
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