About UsFounded in 1985, Namdhari Seeds initially concentrated on contract seed production for exports. In first decade, it emerged as one of the largest contract seed producer of vegetables and flowers. Simultaneously breeding programs were started to develop suitable hybrids for the Indian market in important vegetable crops. Our first hybrids were released in the Indian market in 1992 which were very successful. Inspired by the success of our hybrids there was an increased emphasis and investment in breeding which resulted into the position of leadership in Indian vegetable seed industry. Presently, Namdhari Seeds is one of the largest vegetable seed companies in India. We offer more than 500 hybrids and varieties in 20 different crops globally. Our research team strives to develop suitable hybrids for diverse market requirements. Major emphasis is on regional preferences, adaptability, disease resistance, yield, taste and shelf life. The product development team acts in close co-ordination with R&D and marketing and conducts trials, extensively in the farmer¿s fields before releasing to the market. Close interaction of marketing & product development team with the farmers ensures that best products reach the farmer. Although the major concentration of our production is in India, to overcome seasonal limitations, capabilities have been developed to produce seeds in different locations worldwide. With successes achieved in the domestic scenario, Namdhari Seeds has also expanded its activities to S.E.Asian countries (Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia) and Middle East (Egypt, Jordan, Syria and Saudi) besides Turkey. Our hybrids have been accepted in many of these markets. The company has now diversified into field crops and developed cotton and rice hybrids. We at Namdhari Seeds understand the importance of the seeds in relation to livelihood and prosperity of the farmer. We have also diversified into production, export and domestic retailing of fresh vegetables through our subsidiaries Namdhari Farm fresh and Namdhari Agro fresh. This has helped us to understand the difficulties of grower and the needs of end customer. |
QualitySeed Quality to meet grower expectations
Namdhari Seeds continuously strives to supply high quality seeds to the growers. Towards this end, the Seed Quality lab has been one of the strong focal points of this company. Development of in-house skills coupled with internationally accepted protocols have helped ensure supply of seeds with high germination, vigour and uniformity.
Wide repertoire
Besides a wide range of vegetable crops this laboratory is competent and proficient to handle it also has the capacity and expertise to carry out required tests on flower crops as well as field crops like cotton and paddy. Upgrading the facilities and providing training to bring in new skills has been a constant process. Seed coating has been an integral part of the process.
Seed Purity
Stringent grow out tests coupled with DNA based tests are conducted to ensure supply of seeds with high purity.
Seed health
Well equipped Seed health lab with trained personnel to ensure internationally accepted tests and ISHI developed protocols to ensure supply of pathogen free seeds.
ISTA accreditation
This is one of the very few labs in this country to possess ISTA accreditation. This ensures export of high quality seeds for export market.
Seeds readied for market
Facilities have been created to dry, clean and grade and handle huge volumes of Solanaceous, cucurbitaceous and Brassica seeds using modern machinery. The systematic planning devoted to the flow process ensures speedy handling of large volumes of seeds. The seed arrival and the subsequent processes before final packing and dispatch through different channels are managed by well trained personnel.
Research & DevelopmentWidening markets:
Namdhari Seeds presently targets the ever expanding Indian market, countries in S E Asia (Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam & Indonesia) besides Middle East (Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Saudi) and Turkey. The widening market areas have necessitated broadening the product range. Products are being designed to satisfy the growers, traders and customers by a dedicated team of professionals.
Market driven objectives:
Value addition like disease resistance has been a key to successes achieved in recent releases in Solanaceous and Cucurbitaceous crops. Breeding and testing locations have been added in major market regions to develop adaptable, high quality hybrids coupled with extraordinary yields.
New Crops:
With the creation of successful brand image and the confidence of farming community this company has embarked on breeding cotton and rice. New hybrids developed through in-house research in these crops have generated considerable enthusiasm and response.
Long look:
This company has a clear goal for developing outstanding hybrids that would ‘Satisfy the clientele world- wide’ and supply ‘Seeds for a better future’. It realizes that incorporation of new traits through breeding has a longer gestation period and provides world class facilities required to breed exceptional hybrids.
RESEARCH
Upgrading technological skills and new innovations have been in the forefront of the research wing. These techniques are dovetailed with the breeding projects with the intention of achieving the targets faster and more efficiently. Marker assisted selection and DNA finger printing besides purity testing of seed lots is being carried out by the Molecular Biology lab. The overall capacity and floor space for this lab is being ramped up. The pathology lab has been strengthened with additional space, equipments and personnel to handle diverse pathogens and help breeders to incorporate required resistances. Following internationally accepted protocols, the Seed Health lab ensures supply of high quality seeds.
Investments in Research
Investments in infrastructure facilities have been continuously augmented to strengthen and focus on research. In Bidadi, state of the art greenhouses have been built facilitating breeding of crops like indeterminate tomatos and peppers for export markets. A germplasm bank incorporating all modern features to ensure safe custody of seeds is the most recent addition. A conference hall to seat 80 people with all amenities and new cabins for breeders has been added to the R&D building. Thus substantial investments have been made in research to enhance product range and simultaneously add depth to generate new hybrids suited to expanding market needs.
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 | Fact Sheet | | | Year of Establishment | : | 1985 | | Nature of Business | : | Manufacturer, Exporter | | Major Markets | : | Indian Subcontinent |
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Contact Details| | Company Name:
| Namdhari Seeds | | Contact Person: | Mr. Yeshwant Singh | | Telephone: | +(91)-(771)-2213283
| | Mobile / Cell Phone: | +(91)-9826125673 | | Address: | Street - 6, H-8, V. V. Vihar ( Near Prem Nagar) Mova., Raipur, Chhattisgarh - 492 007 (India) |
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