With over 37 years of farmer-centric experience in agro-based industries, Mr. Mandava Rama Mohana Rao brings unparalleled expertise to the oil palm sector. Over his career, he has held leadership roles at leading agro-based companies and guided the successful development of more than 37,500 acres of oil palm plantations across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. A pioneer in innovation, he introduced the pro tray nursery system and successfully raised 2 million sprouts, a technology that has since been widely adopted by nearly all oil palm companies in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. He played a key role in establishing seven oil palm nurseries, producing top-quality planting material with the application of bio-fertilizers, IPM, and INM systems. At Value Oil and Gas Services Pvt. Ltd., he leads operations with a clear vision to scale oil palm cultivation and strengthen farmer prosperity with large-scale plantations and farmer-focused initiatives. His expertise spans the entire value chain—from strategic planning, plantation budgeting, and processing unit establishment to guiding farmers with Good Agricultural Practices and liaising with government departments.