UPL, a global leader in sustainable agriculture, earned the 'Best Patent Portfolio' in Life Science & Agriculture and ranked top 30 for IP at the 11th CII Industrial IP Awards 2025, highlighting their commitment to innovation through farmer-centric, sustainable solutions and strong IP management in the Agri sector.

The CII Industrial IP Awards acknowledge organisations that demonstrate leadership in intellectual property generation, protection, and commercialization, and their role in driving business growth and economic development.

Dr. Vishal Sodha, Global Head – IP, Product Registration, and OpenAg R&D, UPL, said, “It is a matter of immense pleasure to be recognized for our efforts in building an IP-driven organization. This recognition motivates us to further advance farmer-focused sustainable innovations, driving inventions that solve farmer challenges and benefit communities and consumers alike. UPL currently holds over 3,000 granted patents globally, with approximately 4,400 pending applications pending, reflecting the scale and depth of its research-driven innovation pipeline.”