Vinod brings extensive experience working with renowned national and international organizations such as GIZ, UNDP, AIC, ASCI, AFC, L&T, and MAVIM. His domain expertise lies in the agriculture sector, where he specializes in supporting backward and forward linkages, and integrating smallholding farmers into sustainable agriculture value chains. With nearly 15 years of experience in agriculture, women empowerment, and skill development sectors, Vinod has successfully monitored agricultural projects in rural settings, specifically with smallholder producers in agri/horticulture value chains. He possesses strong skills in data collection, database management, and data analysis, having extensively worked on scoping and evaluation studies within the agri value chain setup. Vinod has directly interacted with over 3000 farmers and other stakeholders involved in agri-related projects, gaining invaluable insights into their challenges and needs. Leading teams of surveyors in research projects across various states such as Maharashtra, M.P., Rajasthan, Bihar, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Odisha, Vinod excels in training and monitoring teams to collect relevant and authentic data. As a Partner at Global Synergizers, Vinod is committed to creating a lasting impact for rural India. He believes in enabling the better engagement of a large part of the community in driving the nation’s economic growth. Vinod’s field expertise allows him to analyze both quantitative and qualitative data to derive actionable recommendations. Contact Vinod today to explore how his expertise can contribute to sustainable agriculture, rural development, and the economic empowerment of communities.