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RANJEET NATARAJAN

RANJEET NATARAJAN

Agri-Tech Marketing & Business Development Specialist
Gurugram

Summary

Agri-tech and urban agriculture specialist with 3+ years of cross-functional experience in business development, digital marketing, and strategic partnerships. Proven ability to drive growth through data-driven campaigns, influencer marketing, and community engagement across FMCG and sustainability sectors. Skilled in scaling hydroponic systems, launching smart gardening products, and managing omnichannel brand presence. Passionate about using technology to solve real-world agricultural challenges and improve food systems at scale.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
33
33
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Marketing Executive

IFFCO Urban Gardens
06.2025 - Current
  • Led Instagram & YouTube strategy, driving 65% follower growth and 6%+ engagement rate.
  • Managed ORM across platforms; improved brand sentiment via real-time response handling.
  • Briefed & coordinated 30+ influencers; oversaw scripts, timelines, and campaign tracking.
  • Created SEO-optimized content for Amazon and D2C listings (seeds, grow kits, tools).
  • Produced reels/product videos; top-performing reel hit 30K+ organic views in 72 hrs.
  • Executed A/B testing to refine content themes, timing, and formats.
  • Supported festive campaigns, achieving 30% MoM growth in engagement and sales.

Public Relationship Manager

Farmers City International
07.2023 - 01.2024


  • Built digital brand identity and led social + PR efforts, driving 3× website traffic and 40% more B2B leads.
  • Coordinated drone spraying campaigns and awareness drives, reaching 500+ farmers across Haryana.
  • Managed content for FB, IG & YouTube; created reels/testimonials increasing rural engagement by 2.5×.
  • Developed site structure & collaborated on UI/UX for website to enhance lead conversion.
  • Drafted press releases and built govt/media ties, strengthening brand credibility in the agri-tech sector.
  • Executed rural marketing via tool kits, field events, and influencer tie-ups, improving service adoption by 35%.


Agriculture Commodity Specialist

Navankur- Brand of Radiant Infonet Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 03.2023


  • Onboarded 1000+ FPOs to the “FPO Kisan Bazar” platform, driving ₹60L+ in agri-commodity trade.
  • Designed FPO screening, due diligence, and crop procurement strategies to streamline sourcing.
  • Created business proposals & comms for onboarding; trained FPOs on platform use and transactions.
  • Identified high-potential seller FPOs; mapped agri produce supply to buyer demand across regions.
  • Collaborated with ops & tech teams to build procurement models and improve data flow efficiency.
  • Supported value chain partnerships, evaluated market trends, and contributed to strategy decisions.

Business Development Executive

IFFCO Kisan Sanchar Ltd.
12.2021 - 07.2022


  • Closed ₹35L+ in B2B landscaping contracts with M3M, CBRE, and others in under 90 days.
  • Launched urban gardening solutions (kitchen/vertical gardens, plant care kits, and tools) under “IFFCO Urban Gardens.”
  • Led on-ground pitches and customized proposals for rooftop, terrace, and balcony gardening projects.
  • Expanded corporate gifting business by onboarding clients for eco-friendly plant kits and green gifts.
  • Built and nurtured partnerships with architects, facility managers, and housing societies to secure recurring projects.

Agronomist

Agro2o Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 02.2021


  • Monitored and optimized IoT-enabled hydroponic systems, improving crop cycles by 15% via real-time adjustments.
  • Diagnosed plant stress, nutrient deficiencies, and system issues to enhance health outcomes in soil-less farming.
  • Provided agronomic insights to the product team, aiding in UX and smart garden kit improvements.
  • Tracked plant data using digital dashboards; maintained detailed crop cycle reports for R&D optimization.
  • Engaged urban clients on hydroponic education, boosting customer confidence and retention.

Education

Masters - International Business

Lovely Professional University

B.Sc. (Hons) - Agriculture

GD Goenka University
05.2022

Skills

Influencer Marketing

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Certification

•Google Digital Marketing Foundations

Accomplishments

Founder – Agriculture Novel - Blog

May 2020 – Present


Created and manage www.agriculturenovel.co, a niche blog dedicated to hydroponics, smart farming, and sustainable urban agriculture. The platform has evolved into a growing knowledge hub for agri-tech enthusiasts, students, and small-scale growers across India and internationally.


  • Successfully enabled Google AdSense, generating steady revenue through optimized, SEO-friendly content.
  • Published 350+ original articles covering plant care, hydroponic techniques, urban farming setups, and agri-innovation case studies.
  • Achieved consistent international traffic, with organic visitors from over 20 countries, including the US, UAE, and Southeast Asia.
  • Promoted content via content marketing, social media campaigns, and micro-community engagement across platforms.
  • Implemented basic web analytics and SEO tools (Google Analytics, Search Console, Ubersuggest) to track user behavior and improve performance.
  • Continually experiment with new formats like visual guides, downloadable PDFs, and blog series to boost reader engagement.


Timeline

Marketing Executive

IFFCO Urban Gardens
06.2025 - Current

Public Relationship Manager

Farmers City International
07.2023 - 01.2024

Agriculture Commodity Specialist

Navankur- Brand of Radiant Infonet Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 03.2023

Business Development Executive

IFFCO Kisan Sanchar Ltd.
12.2021 - 07.2022

Agronomist

Agro2o Pvt Ltd
08.2020 - 02.2021

Masters - International Business

Lovely Professional University

B.Sc. (Hons) - Agriculture

GD Goenka University
RANJEET NATARAJANAgri-Tech Marketing & Business Development Specialist