Appachanda Thimmaiah

Internationally accomplished professional and leader with 20 years’ experience, demonstrated disruptive innovations and high impact bio-based sustainable solutions in food and agriculture. Possess strong knowledge of global agriculture business relating to multiple crops like rice, wheat, oilseeds, fruits and vegetables, coffee, tea, medicinal an aromatic crops. International exposure to global commodity market, value chains and business consulting. Implemented projects on regenerative agriculture, environmental policy, sustainable regional/rural development, quality assurance systems, ethnobotany and Gross national happiness (GNH). Serves in the board of several international organizations and think-tanks focussed on food, agriculture, sustainable development and climate change. Worked with Governments, the United Nations, International organizations, Agribusiness corporations, non-governmental organizations, and farmers associations in regenerative agriculture, sustainable development and agribusiness in 10 countries. Notably, the transformation of Bhutan into a 100% organic and carbon-neutral nation is internationally known. Skilled in project management, identifying potential gaps, synergies or opportunities, building trusted relationships across diverse multifunctional teams and institutions to drive organizational goals. Mentor and inspiring public speaker, often invited to speak at global events and conferences.