Number of years in Business 

Twelve

Nature of Business and Services offered 

To produce and market tissue culture derived ex-agar, semi-hardened and 
      hardened plants of economic importance 

To cultivate and supply flowers of Anthuriums, Gerberas and Orchids 

To micropropagate plants of customers' choice 

To carry out contract research programmes 

To carry out in-house, target-oriented research programmes 

To offer consultancy in Biotechnology, Floriculture, Farm development and 
  Agri-business

To offer training in commercial micropropagation 

PEOPLE BEHIND THE PROJECT 

Dr. Sudheer A. Shetty
Chairman 

Dr. Sudheer Shetty is the founder and Chief Promoter of the Company.

Dr. Shetty is a Ph.D. holder from the University of Mysore, India. He is instrumental in the success of the Mysore-based first Biotech Company - Labland, which has received accolades from all over the world for its achievements in the field of Plant Biotechnology. The 15 years of research experience, and 10 years of business experience of Dr. Shetty in the field of commercial plant Biotechnology is instrumental to the successful vision, activities and realization of Labland's programmes. Dr. Shetty has more than 70 research articles to his credit published both in National and International journals.

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Dr. Geetha Singh 
Managing Director 

Dr. Geetha Singh is leading the research and production team of the Company. 

Dr. Geetha began her career, as a Research Scientist, with Bangalore-based M/s Indo American Hybrid Seeds, the premier Plant Biotech Company of India. With a Ph.D. from the University of Mysore in 1996, Dr. Geetha joined Labland during the inception of the project. Dr. Geetha completed her post-graduation in Plant Science with specialization in biotechnology, and an M.Phil. in Aerobiology. She also has working and application knowledge on Plant Cell and Molecular Biology directly applicable to plant tissue culture. Dr. Geetha has more than 15 research articles to her credit, published both in national and international refereed journals. She has a vast experience and in-depth knowledge in the field- and in the lab-based production of Foliages, Ornamentals, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Plantation Crops, Forest Tree Crops and other plant varieties by the application of Biotechnology. 

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Ms. Sapna Shetty
Director - Company Affairs

Ms. Sapna holds a first class degree in Arts from the Mangalore University and specializes in Computer Application and Business Management. She has a rich experience in administrative and personnel management. Ms. Sapna has been the Managing Director of Labland Biotechs during the initial years of inception.

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Mr.Vijay B. Hegde
Director

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Mr.Rajagopal
Director

Mr. Rajagopal, B. E., Mech. aged 48, is a Director on Board. Raj is the prime mover of the biodiesel activity of the Company. He brings rich work experience from renowned companies like Godrej, Larsen & Toubro and Kothari. Being a strategist, Raj coordinates business and market development activities.

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Prof. H. Shekar Shetty
Director

Prof.H.Shekhar Shetty, Ph. D. in Botany, aged 65 is a Director on Board. He has rich administrative experience as Chairman of a PG Department, Dean & Faculty of Science and Technology, Member of the Academic Council, and as Member of Senate, University of Mysore. He has more than 35 years of Teaching/Research and Administrative experience in the University. He has contributed significantly in understanding the biology and control of pathogens with reference to crop improvement programs. Prof. Shekar Shetty has guided many research students for their Ph. D. / M. Phil. programs and is a recipient of several national and international awards.

Scientific Advisory Board

Dr. N.G.K. Karanth		Dr. N. G. Karanth
Prof. Shankara Bhat		Dr.S.B. Mathur

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