The ViviGro Team
Yasir Syed
CEO & Founder
Yasir Syed, CEO of ViviGro Sustainable Solutions, brings a lifetime of hands-on experience in sustainable farming, rooted in his early years on a pioneering ranch in rural Pakistan. After moving to Canada, he dedicated himself to advancing soil health using holistic, science-based solutions. His innovative formulations are now the foundation of ViviGro’s mission to transform global agriculture.
Joe Wipf
Chief Financial Officer
Born and raised on a farm in Saskatchewan, Joe brings a deep-rooted understanding of agriculture to his role as CFO. This background gives him a unique perspective in crafting financial strategies that not only drives company growth but also align closely with farmers' needs. His approach creates a rare and powerful synergy where financial insight meets real-world agricultural experience.
Dr. Usman Afzal (PhD)
Technical Sales Specialist (Alberta + SK)
Dr. Usman brings deep-rooted agricultural expertise, strongly backed by his qualification. He supports large-scale farmers across Alberta, Northern BC and parts of Saskatchewan with tailored soil health and sustainable farming solutions.
Dr. Sarita Jaiswal (PhD, PAg, CCA)
Director, Research & Regulatory
Dr. Sarita plays a pivotal role at ViviGro, offering regulatory expertise and strategic input across R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply, Sales, and Marketing. She also serves as our key liaison with the CFIA Fertilizer Safety Section and multiple organic certifying bodies, ensuring compliance with precision and confidence.
Stacey Duperreault
Purchasing & Logistics

Stacey oversees ViviGro’s supply chain and logistics, managing both inbound and outbound operations with efficiency and precision. She also handles purchase contracts, vendor relations, and ensures smooth coordination of all logistics activities—domestic and international.

Roselin Raj
AR & Accounting Specialist
She is known for her sharp eye for detail and passion for numbers. With a knack for keeping finances smooth and on track, she plays a key role in ensuring timely transactions and accurate reporting behind the scenes.
Mohammed Rehan (PAg, CCA)
Manager BC Sales
Rehan combines deep agricultural knowledge with a customer-first mindset and offers professional advisory services across British Columbia. Passionate about sustainable farming, he works closely with growers to deliver tailored solutions that boost both yield and soil health.
Hernando Suaris
Plant Manager
Hernando, Plant Manager at ViviGro, ensures smooth and efficient production operations with a focus on quality and innovation. His hands-on leadership keeps the plant running seamlessly, supporting the delivery of high-performance, sustainable agri-solutions.
Daniel Hofer
Technical Advisor
Daniel brings decades of wisdom and hands-on experience to his role as a Technical Advisor. Deeply passionate about soil health, he offers invaluable insights that guide sustainable practices, and inspire the next generation of growers. Working with the founder, Yasir Syed, Daniel was a key figure in paving the platform that laid the foundation for establishing ViviGro as a unique and passionate supplier of smart agriculture inputs.