Our Team

Mr. Yogesh Dwivedi serves as the CEO of Madhya Bharat Consortium of FPOs since 2015. Mr. Dwivedi came from a farming family and has over 25 years of experience in promoting  agriculture based rural livelihoods, sustainable and participatory agriculture research & development,  promotion of small farmers agribusiness and farmers collectives . He was involved in developing 1^st phase farmers’ producer organization #FPO in the country under MPDPIP project of the Government of Madhya Pradesh.  Mr. Dwivedi has been instrumental in establishing over 100 FPOs in states such as MP, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh under various government projects. He completed his graduation and post-graduation in agricultural science from the agriculture universities of IGKVV in Chhattisgarh (formerly part of MP) and JNKVV in Jabalpur, respectively, before earning a diploma in business management. Mr. Dwivedi is dedicated to transforming small farmers' agriculture from subsistence to profitable livelihood enterprises by ensuring better access to markets, finance, and technology. Recently, Mr. Dwivedi has appointed as a Director of the Round Table on Responsible Soya (RTRS), an international organization headquartered in Switzerland. Comprising more than 100 countries, including the Netherlands, Switzerland, Argentina, Germany, France, Italy, the UK, Brazil, Prague, India, and China, the RTRS aims to promote responsible and eco-friendly agricultural practices worldwide. Mr. Dwivedi represents Madhya Pradesh and India on this international forum.

Mr Vijay Sharma has accumulated 25 years of professional experience in Finance and Accounts, having worked with several organizations in the commercial and development sectors. Throughout his career, he has provided his consulting services to both national and international organizations, as well as to the State and Central Government of India. Notably, he played a significant role in the implementation of the Public Financial Management System (PFMS), an online portal of the Government of India that enables direct benefit transfers under the National Health Mission for Janani Suraksha Yojna (JSY).

Mr Sanjay holds a post-graduate degree in Agriculture and has more than 19 years of experience in the field of agriculture. His expertise includes sustainable agriculture practices that promote responsible crop production, as well as the promotion of agribusiness for small farmers through the use of Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs). He has also been involved in managing the production, processing, and marketing of field crops, hybrid BT cotton, and vegetables, in addition to overseeing retail outlet management. One of his key responsibilities is to ensure that the seed production and marketing processes meet the highest standards of quality.

Mr. Sandeep shukla is Master in Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in Rural Management, Agribusiness and Rural Marketing from Xavier Institute of Development Action and studies (XIDAS), Jabalpur. He has Total 16 years of experience in Development Sector. He is presently working as a Manager, Business Development in Madhya Bharat Consortium of Farmers Producer Company Limited (MBCFPCL), Bhopal. His roles and responsibility in MBCFPCL is to strengthen the FPOs with providing support for Backward and Forward Linkages, value chain analysis, Processing and value addition of their produces.

A seasoned finance professional with over 18 years of experience across education, corporate, and NGO sectors. Specializes in financial reporting, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and MIS development. Known for strategic leadership, risk management, and vendor negotiations. Proficient in Tally ERP, Tally Prime, and advanced Excel. Has worked with entities like the World Bank and government agencies, offering consultancy and audit expertise. Combines strong analytical skills with reliable operational oversight to drive financial transparency and organizational growth.

Shivakant Mishra is a highly qualified professional with an M.A. in Sociology  and an M.Com . He specializes in farmer mobilization, promotion of farmers collectives, and farmer producer company management. With his expertise and knowledge, he excels at organizing and empowering farmers, facilitating collaboration among them, and supporting the establishment and growth of Company . Shivakant's skills make him a valuable asset in driving agricultural development and fostering sustainable farming practices.

Shubham holds a Bachelor’s in Fisheries Science from NDVSU Jabalpur and a Master’s in Aquaculture from Barkatullah University Bhopal. He brings over four years of expertise in sustainable fisheries, aquaculture innovation, and social development. Previously, he served as a Fisheries Expert under the Government of Bihar, contributing to PMMSY scheme implementation, FFPO formation, and farmer training. Currently, as Project Head – Fisheries Business Development at MBCFPCL, he leads the strengthening and promotion of 142 Fish Farmer Producer Organizations under PMMSY and PM-MKSSY. His work includes conducting assessments, designing business plans and DPRs, developing marketing strategies, capacity building for BODs and managers, stakeholder engagement, and promoting environmentally friendly practices. With recognitions like the Young Scientist Award for innovations such as the Solar Oxy-Bicycle, he excels in groundwork, training, and monitoring project outcomes to drive sustainable fisheries growth.