Sausalito, California, United States, October 2025 — UpTerra, a company redefining how water performs in agriculture, has announced the appointment of Shiv Tiwari, Ph.D., as Chief Science Officer.
Dr. Tiwari will play a pivotal role in advancing UpTerra’s flagship product, TerraFlow, which uses patent-pending vortexing and frequency imprinting technology to help growers get more from their irrigation water. The innovation improves water uptake, plant absorption, and reduces waste through runoff and evaporation, optimizing agricultural efficiency and sustainability.
“To me, UpTerra turns water into a force for global food productivity, soil renewal, and healthier animals — and planet,” said Dr. Tiwari.
A highly regarded cell and developmental biologist, Dr. Tiwari’s research credentials include over 6,000 citations across more than 25 publications, establishing him as one of the most cited authors in plant and animal sciences. He holds over a dozen patents, including one from Corteva (DuPont Pioneer) that enabled rapid regeneration and transformation in hardy corn varieties, advancing maize product development in the global seed industry.
A seasoned biotechnology executive, Dr. Tiwari most recently served as CEO and CTO at GreenVenus, where he led the company from concept to commercial readiness, overseeing regulatory approvals and field trials. His earlier career includes leadership positions in venture capital, corporate strategy, and R&D, contributing to organizations such as Third Security, Intrexon, Mendel Biotechnology, and Corteva (DuPont Pioneer).
An accomplished academic and innovator, Dr. Tiwari has lectured and taught at the University of Missouri, Northeastern University, and the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Life Sciences and an MBA (with high honors) from Boston University.
In his new role, Dr. Tiwari will report directly to Steve Birch, Chief Executive Officer of UpTerra, contributing his expertise to drive scientific innovation and product development at scale.
About UpTerra
UpTerra is a revolutionary farm performance technology company applying advanced physics inside existing irrigation systems to restructure and enhance water. Its breakthrough technology improves infiltration, uniformity, and nutrient transport, enabling growers to achieve measurable efficiency and yield gains. With installations spanning over 40,000 acres nationwide across 300 farms, including row crops, orchards, and specialty crops, UpTerra continues to lead the transformation of water performance in agriculture.
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