Geared to Grow
MR. DINESH DHIRUBHAI PATEL, CHAIRMAN AND MANAGING DIRECTOR OF NARMADA BIO-CHEM LIMITED, HAS OVER 27 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN THE FERTILISER INDUSTRY. UNDER HIS LEADERSHIP, THE COMPANY HAS EXPANDED TO SERVE 16 STATES IN INDIA AND FIVE COUNTRIES GLOBALLY, ACHIEVING SIGNIFICANT GROWTH SINCE ITS INCEPTION
A Humble Leader
Mr. Patel attributes his success to his roots and values. Born and raised in a family of farmers, he has always had a passion for serving farmers. This personal connection inspired him to venture into the fertiliser industry to offer products that enhance crop productivity, soil fertility, and overall agricultural sustainability. Under his sterling leadership, Narmada Biochem Limited, founded in 1996 with modest resources, has grown substantially. The company is now known worldwide for manufacturing environmentally sustainable fertilisers, specifically organic fertilisers. Mr. Patel led the company to start manufacturing organic fertilisers in 2014, when “organic” was not as popular as it is today. Today, it boasts over 2,000 dealers and over 5,000 retailers across India and has earned a notable place in the industry for its organic fertilisers and for promoting organic farming.
Leading by Example
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Mr. Patel’s leadership is defined by his hands-on approach and commitment to leading by example. He actively engages with his team, providing guidance and support to achieve collective goals, which has fostered a motivated and committed workforce. A key aspect of his leadership is his focus on good corporate governance, with specialised committees ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical practices. He prioritises employee and director training on governance and compliance, promoting a culture of integrity and sustainability that has positioned Narmada Bio-chem as a model of corporate responsibility. Under Mr. Patel’s exceptional leadership, the firm has achieved remarkable growth, reaching a turnover of nearly 500 crores in just two decades, with plans to cross 1000 crores this year. His achievements have also earned recognition from the Government of India, which appointed the company as a Fertiliser Marketing Entity (FME) to market and handle imported urea from JSW Jaigarh and Adani Dahej ports on its behalf.
Driven by Goals
Mr. Patel envisions Narmada Bio-chem as a global leader in the fertiliser industry, focusing specifically on organic and bio-fertilizers. He aims to expand the company’s global footprint while continuing to innovate and develop sustainable agricultural solutions. Simultaneously, he has always thrived to work for the betterment of the farming community by providing products and solutions that are economically and environmentally beneficial for the farmers as well as for the country.
AN ECO-CONSCIOUS LEADER
Environmental sustainability is a core principle for Mr. Patel. He emphasizes responsible business practices, from sourcing raw materials to manufacturing processes and product disposal. He also prefers suppliers who uphold ethical and eco-friendly practices and advocates for responsible land use and biodiversity conservation. He emphasizes reducing non-renewable resource dependence and promotes the utilization of renewable and recycled materials. Under his leadership, Narmada Bio-Chem Limited stands as a model for integrating sustainability with business excellence.
Garnering Accolades
Mr. Patel’s hard work has earned Narmada Bio-chem several prestigious awards and accolades. The company was honoured with the “Special Award for Exemplary Contribution in Promoting Quality SSP & Alternate Fertilisers 2022-23” by the Fertiliser Association of India. The FAI has also awarded the company with the “Award for Progressive Producer and Marketer of Crop Nutrient Solutions in 2022.” Additionally, the Times of India recognised it as one of the “Emerging Icons of Gujarat” in 2020.
