Dr. Majeed spoke on the Challenges and Opportunities in Developing an Agriculture Biotechnology Industry. In the conclave, presentations were made by Industrialists representing different Biotechnology Industries and discussions were made on the future of Biotech Industries in Kerala. Various suggestions were made to improve the ecosystem for Biotech Industries in Kerala. The meeting was conducted by the Kerala Biotechnology Commission in Collaboration with Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment and The Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation. The Conclave was Inaugurated by Advocate Mathew T Thomas, Hon.Minister for Water Resources, Government of Kerala.