Dr. Selvam Daniel

Entrepreneurship at the intersection of ecology, equity & economics building regenerative brands that empower farmers, women, and communities across Asia and Africa.

Mission & Philosophy

Guided by the belief that sustainability and inclusivity are inseparable, Dr. Selvam Daniel has spent over 25 years designing agricultural systems, certification frameworks, and ethical brands that connect rural producers with global markets.

His mission is to transform value chains into vehicles for regeneration where every product tells a story of dignity, transparency, and ecological balance.

Farmers, women workers, labs, and brands collage

Core Values

Guiding principles that drive our work

People

Empowering farmers, women, and rural youth through inclusive development programs.

Planet

Advancing organic and regenerative agriculture for ecological balance and sustainability.

Prosperity

Building equitable markets that reward ethics and ensure fair economic participation.

Purpose

Aligning business growth with meaningful social transformation and community impact.

Journey Timeline

25+ years of transformative impact

1993–2002

IIRD

Grassroots development and participatory certification

2002–2013

ECOCERT India

Founded India's largest organic certification body

2011–Present

Ekologie Forte

Integrated organic supply chains & brands

2013–Present

EKO Guarantee

Global certification & sustainability services

2018–Present

Milawat Free

100% adulteration-free groceries

2019–Present

Tito's Organic Cosmetics

Goat-milk-based premium skincare

2022–Present

Essentieel Analytical Lab

Independent inspection and testing

2025–Present

Umoja Seeds

Seeds of Sovereignty for Africa's Future

Global Footprint

Through strategic partnerships and farmer-led enterprises, Dr. Daniel's work spans five continents, impacting over 200,000 smallholder farmers and promoting 40,000 ha of organic cultivation.

India Kenya Tanzania UAE Germany
Global footprint map showing India, Kenya, Tanzania, UAE, Germany

Awards & Recognition

Recognized for excellence in sustainable agriculture

Recognized by leading organic and fair-trade institutions for pioneering inclusive agribusiness models and strengthening smallholder economies through certification, brand innovation, and market access.

"True sustainability begins when the farmer, the consumer, and the planet all benefit not one at the cost of the other."

Dr. Selvam Daniel

Interested in co-creating regenerative brands or sustainable value chains?