About AK Agri Solutions
Transforming agriculture and agribusiness ecosystems through knowledge, innovation, and sustainable capacity building.
Knowledge, Innovation & Sustainability
Agriculture is more than farming—it is the foundation of livelihoods, food security, environmental sustainability, and economic growth.
At AK Agri Solutions, we are committed to transforming the agricultural ecosystem by providing innovative, practical, and sustainable solutions that empower farmers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), agri-entrepreneurs, institutions, development organizations, and government agencies.
Founded by Kumuda H. P. (Kumuda Haranahalli Puttannaiah), an accomplished agriculture professional with over 15 years of industry experience, former Deputy Project Director at ATMA (Mysuru), and a recognized Master Trainer under BHARAT-VISTAAR (Government of India, MANAGE & Digital Green), AK Agri Solutions combines scientific rigor, field experience, and digital innovation to deliver high-quality consulting, capacity building, certification support, and business development services across the agriculture and allied sectors.
We believe that every farming community and agribusiness has unique challenges and opportunities. Our approach is to understand local needs, develop customized solutions, and deliver measurable outcomes that enhance productivity, profitability, sustainability, and resilience.
As agriculture continues to evolve, we embrace emerging technologies and sustainable practices to help clients adapt to changing market demands, climate challenges, and policy environments. At AK Agri Solutions, we don't simply provide consultancy; we build partnerships that create sustainable growth, resilient communities, and thriving agribusinesses.
Our Vision
"To be a trusted leader in sustainable agriculture and agribusiness consulting by empowering farmers, organizations, and institutions through innovation, capacity building, digital transformation, and climate-resilient solutions that create lasting social, economic, and environmental impact."
Our Mission
- Empower Farmers & Agripreneurs: Delivering practical, sustainable, and technology-driven business and agronomic solutions.
- Strengthen FPOs: Enhancing Farmer Producer Organizations through business planning, governance, market access, and institutional development.
- Capacity Building: Equipping farmers, students, professionals, and government personnel through impactful, participatory training.
- Promote Climate-Smart Agriculture: Advancing regenerative, eco-friendly, and climate-resilient farming systems.
- Certification & Quality Standards: Supporting agribusinesses in quality compliance, GAP, and organic value addition.
- Digital & AI Extension: Leveraging AI tools and digital media for widespread, accessible agricultural extension.
- Consumer Food Value Addition: Bringing healthy, wholesome organic farm products to consumers through Kushi's Healthy Eats.
FSSAI Lic. No: 21226109000079
Kushi's Healthy Eats
NATURAL • NUTRITIOUS • WHOLESOME — by AK Agri Solutions
Kushi's Healthy Eats is the consumer value-addition initiative of AK Agri Solutions, bridging organic farmer collectives and discerning consumers with pure, chemical-free, and wholesome farm foods.
Founder's Profile
Meet Kumuda H. P., Master Trainer (BHARAT-VISTAAR, GoI, MANAGE & Digital Green), ICAR Certified Farm Advisor, and Business Consultant.
Kumuda H. P.
Kumuda H. P. (Kumuda Haranahalli Puttannaiah) is an accomplished agriculture professional, certified master trainer, and entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience across agribusiness development, agricultural extension, digital agriculture, certification systems, entrepreneurship development, and sustainable farming.
With degrees in B.Sc. Agriculture, M.Sc. Biotechnology, and PGDAEM from MANAGE Hyderabad, Kumuda served with distinction as Deputy Project Director – ATMA (Agricultural Technology Management Agency), Mysore, Karnataka. She has designed and delivered impactful training programmes for over 1,000+ farmers, 200+ government officers, FPOs, and rural youth across India.
A recognized Master Trainer on Digital Extension in Agriculture under BHARAT-VISTAAR (GoI, MANAGE & Digital Green), an ICAR-IIFSR & MANAGE Certified Farm Advisor in Organic Farming, and a certified 100-Hours Master Trainer & Transformational Leadership Trainer (Synergy & IATD), Kumuda bridges grassroots farming realities with national schemes (PMFME) and global agricultural standardization practices.
National & International Credentials Showcase
MANAGE, Digital Green & DA&FW (GoI)
Digitalization of Agricultural Extension System (VISTAAR)
National Level Training Program for Master Trainers (New Delhi, Jan 29 – Feb 06, 2024).
Ministry of Commerce, China (MOFCOM)
Agriculture Standardization Cooperation — China AID
AIBO & Chengdu Institute of Standardization in Chengdu, China (May 13–26, 2024). Cert: 24A5284008.
Synergy SBS & IATD
100-Hours Master Trainer Certification Program
Instructional Design, Experiential Learning, Self Mastery & Measuring Transformation (Dec 2024).
IGMPI — Food Safety & Quality
Organic Farming & Food Product System
Institute of Good Manufacturing Practices India (Issued: April 13, 2024, Cert No: OFFP 2552).
MANAGE, Hyderabad
Natural Farming – Principles and Practices
Online Training Program for Master Trainers on Natural Farming (April 5–9, 2022).
ICAR-IIFSR & MANAGE
Certified Farm Advisor (Organic Farming)
Awarded to Ms. Kumuda H. P., Deputy Project Director - ATMA, Mysore (Feb 23 – Mar 09, 2021).
Education
- Post Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension Management (PGDAEM) — MANAGE, Hyderabad
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Agriculture
Professional Certifications
- Certified Master Trainer – Digital Extension (VISTAAR / GoI & MANAGE)
- Certified Master Trainer (100-Hours) – Synergy SBS & IATD
- Transformational Leadership Trainer – Synergy & IATD
- Certified Master Trainer – Natural Farming (MANAGE, Hyderabad)
- Certified Farm Advisor (CFA) – Organic Farming (ICAR-IIFSR & MANAGE)
- Certified Organic Specialist – IGMPI (NABCB / BIS)
- PMFME District Resource Person (MoFPI) – Since 2022
Awards & Recognition
- South India Women Achievers Award 2026 – Outstanding Entrepreneur
- Prof. B. V. Venkatarao Award for Technical Writing (November 2025)
- Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare Star Recognition
- Master Trainer on Digital Extension in Agriculture (BHARAT-VISTAAR)
Comprehensive Professional Expertise
Timeline of Professional Growth
A decade and a half of dedicated agricultural consulting, national capacity building, and rural enterprise transformation.
B.Sc. Agriculture Graduation
Built solid foundational expertise in agricultural sciences, agronomy, and crop protection.
Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology
Advanced scientific training in biotechnology, plant physiology, and modern agricultural innovations.
PGDAEM – MANAGE Hyderabad
Post Graduate Diploma in Agricultural Extension Management from prestigious national institute MANAGE.
Certified Farm Advisor – Organic Farming (ICAR-IIFSR & MANAGE)
Completed intensive training on Organic Farming Module-II organized by ICAR-IIFSR Modipuram & MANAGE while serving as Deputy Project Director - ATMA, Mysore.
Establishment & GST Registration of AK Agri Solutions
Registered proprietorship under Government of India (GSTIN: 29DQKPP7236N1ZV, Udyam: UDYAM-KR-18-0007909).
Master Trainer – Natural Farming (MANAGE)
Certified Master Trainer on "Introduction to Natural Farming - Principles and Practices" by MANAGE, Hyderabad.
PMFME District Resource Person (MoFPI)
Serving as certified District Resource Person under MoFPI, assisting micro food enterprises in subsidy facilitation and bankable DPRs.
Master Trainer – Digital Extension (VISTAAR / Digital Green & MANAGE)
Completed National Level Training of Trainers on Digitalization of Agricultural Extension System under VISTAAR in New Delhi.
Certificate in Organic Farming & Food Product System (IGMPI / BIS)
Certified in Organic Farming and Food Product System by IGMPI (Faculty of Food Safety & Quality, Certification No: OFFP 2552).
International Seminar in China (China AID / MOFCOM)
Completed international seminar on Agriculture Standardization Cooperation between China and South Asian Countries in Chengdu, China.
Transformational Leadership Trainer (Synergy & IATD)
Certified Transformational Leadership Trainer by Synergy School of Business Skills & Indian Academy of Training & Development.
100-Hours Master Trainer Certification (Synergy & IATD)
Completed 100-hour comprehensive Master Trainer Certification Program on Instructional Design, Facilitation & Experiential Learning.
Prof. B. V. Venkatarao Award
Honored with the prestigious Prof. B. V. Venkatarao Award (November 2025) for exceptional technical writing and agricultural communication.
South India Women Achievers Award & FSSAI Registration
Honored with Outstanding Entrepreneur Award 2026 and registered under FSSAI (License: 21226109000079) for Kushi's Healthy Eats consumer food products.