The World Food Prize Foundation has receognised Abdul Awal Mintoo, the founder of Lal Teer Seed Ltd, Lal Teer Livestock Development (BD) Ltd, and chairman of the board of directors of National Bank, as the top agri-food pioneer (TAP) 2025.
This prestigious recognition, coinciding with the foundation's 39th anniversary, celebrates
Mr. Mintoo's outstanding contributions to transforming food systems and strengthening global food security, according to a press release.
Lal Teer Seed Ltd and Lal Teer Livestock Development (BD) Ltd are concerns of Multimode Group, founded by Mr. Mintoo in 1981.
In 2011, Mr. Mintoo expanded Lal Teer's operations by establishing Lal Teer Livestock Development (BD) Ltd to improve meat and milk production.
His extensive interactions with farmers through gatherings and knowledge-sharing programmes have improved livestock productivity across Bangladesh, said the press release issued by National Bank. His relentless efforts to enhance food and nutrition security have made him an iconic figure in the country's agricultural sector.
"Food security begins with empowering farmers," Mr. Mintoo said at the award-giving ceremony. "Our mission is to provide them with the tools and knowledge to break the cycle of poverty while contributing to global food resilience."
He also emphasised developing resilient crop varieties to combat the challenges posed by climate change and global warming.
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