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Kelachandra Coffee appoints Raphael as head of research and development
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Friday, 21 June, 2024, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Our Bureau, Bengaluru
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Kelachandra Coffee has appointed Dr P Kurian Raphael as the new head of research and development. Dr Raphael brings a wealth of experience from his previous role at Tata Coffee Limited and an extensive background in plantation crops, sustainable agriculture and building a circular economy.
Dr Raphael, a Ph.D. in Zoology (Entomology) from Calicut University also has a post-doctoral fellowship from the British Natural History Museum in London, United Kingdom. With over 31 years of expertise in plantation crops, including 25 years as a senior scientist with the Coffee Board of India, Dr Raphael is highly regarded for his contributions to coffee research across various coffee tracts in India. His prolific career includes the publication of 37 research papers in national and international journals, along with a chapter contribution to the Global Scientist Book. He has contributed to notable research guides as a principal Investigator.
His outstanding work in sustainable agriculture, pest management, and the development of innovative, eco-friendly solutions has been recognised globally. Dr Raphael's dedication to excellence and sustainability aligns perfectly with Kelachandra Coffee’s mission and values. During his time at Tata Coffee, Dr Raphael received the Annual Excellence Award in 2022 and 2023 for his work in the domain of sustainable agriculture.
In his previous role at Tata Coffee, Dr Raphael led the research and development function. While his expertise spans across coffee and pepper, his leadership has been marked by numerous accolades and a commitment to transforming agricultural research and fostering sustainability.
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