Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL), one of India’s leading diversified agri-business companies, has announced a significant change in its leadership. Mr. Sunil Kataria has formally taken charge as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Managing Director (MD) of the company effective 1st September 2025, for a period of five years. This transition follows the retirement of Mr. Balram Singh Yadav, the outgoing MD, who superannuated on the same day after serving the company for more than three decades.

This change was communicated to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, confirming compliance with regulatory requirements. The announcement also reflects the company’s commitment to transparent governance and structured succession planning.

Leadership Transition

Mr. Sunil Kataria was appointed as CEO and MD-designate in May 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, sales, and leadership roles, he has worked with reputed organizations such as Marico Limited, Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL), and Raymond Limited. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for driving business change, delivering growth, and building market-leading strategies.

At Godrej Agrovet, Kataria will now spearhead the company’s journey into its next phase of growth and innovation, with a focus on capability building, execution excellence, and scaling high-potential businesses.

Chairman’s Statement

Commenting on this transition, Mr. Nadir Godrej, Chairman and Managing Director of Godrej Industries Limited, expressed confidence in the new leadership. He stated that Sunil Kataria’s experience in managing complex business environments makes him well suited to strengthen Godrej Agrovet’s market position and drive profitability and innovation.

He added that under Kataria’s leadership, Godrej Agrovet will continue to consolidate its position as India’s trusted partner in agriculture and sustainability, benefiting farmers, consumers, and stakeholders alike.

Outgoing MD’s Reflection

Reflecting on his journey, Mr. Balram Singh Yadav described his tenure at Godrej Agrovet as one of the most rewarding chapters of his career. He credited the success of the company to the trust and collaboration of its teams, business partners, and stakeholders.

During his leadership, Godrej Agrovet transformed into a strong agribusiness conglomerate, diversifying beyond animal feed into crop protection, dairy, poultry, processed foods, and consumer-facing businesses. His contributions laid the foundation for future growth and sustainability initiatives.

He warmly welcomed his successor, expressing confidence that Mr. Kataria’s leadership will guide the company to new heights, while enhancing its role in creating a prosperous and sustainable future for Indian agriculture.

Sunil Kataria’s Vision

Outlining his vision, Sunil Kataria emphasized that his priority will be to unlock value across Godrej Agrovet’s diverse business portfolio. He highlighted three key areas of focus:

• Capability building to strengthen teams across business verticals.

• Execution of go-to-market strategies with greater efficiency.

• Scaling up high-potential businesses in emerging areas of agriculture and food processing.

He stressed that with the support of teams and stakeholders, Godrej Agrovet will continue to drive meaningful growth, innovation, and long-term value creation.

About Godrej Agrovet

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) is a Research & Development-focused food and agri-business conglomerate, dedicated to improving the productivity of Indian farmers by offering sustainable solutions. Its business segments include:

• Animal Feed – with sales of over a million tons annually, making it one of the largest players in India.

• Crop Protection – through its subsidiary Astec Lifesciences and distribution networks across India.

• Oil Palm – contributing to bridging the gap in India’s edible oil demand.

• Dairy and Processed Foods – through Creamline Dairy Products Limited and Godrej Foods Limited.

• Poultry – catering to consumer-facing segments.

• Joint Venture with ACI Group of Bangladesh – expanding its animal feed business internationally.

With a pan-India presence and a strong legacy of innovation, Godrej Agrovet continues to focus on sustainability, productivity, and farmer empowerment.

Conclusion

The appointment of Sunil Kataria as CEO and MD of Godrej Agrovet Limited marks a smooth leadership transition and sets the stage for the company’s next phase of growth. His extensive experience, strategic vision, and proven leadership are expected to propel Godrej Agrovet to greater success in sustainability, agribusiness diversification, and farmer-centric innovation.

This leadership change reinforces the company’s reputation as a trusted partner in Indian agriculture, with a strong commitment to creating long-term value for shareholders, customers, and society.

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