Farming

After leaving her successful academic career behind, Trupti Dhakate embraced her passion for sustainable farming. By turning agricultural waste into valuable mushroom crops, she’s helping farmers grow nutritious food while tackling pollution.

In Sangli’s drought-prone Antral village, Kakasaheb Sawant built a thriving mango orchard and nursery, grafted 22 varieties on one tree, and created a steady Rs 50 lakh annual income through innovation.

If you lived in Jeliakhali, a village in the Sundarbans, water would decide your year. After seasons of watching rain disappear, soil wash away, and wells run low, farmers here dug ponds on their own land with support from Gram Samriddhi Foundation.

Across India, farmers are finding new ways to successfully grow pulses. With timely irrigation, improved seeds, and smarter farming practices, they are improving yields and supporting food security for communities across the country.

Discover how farmers are making dragon fruit farming a profitable business with these helpful tips. From managing the first investment to using new planting methods, learn the steps to start and succeed in dragon fruit farming. Get inspired by their stories and start your own journey to farming success.

Sushant Uniyal and his brother built Uttarakhand’s largest oyster mushroom unit, producing 100 kg daily and creating jobs for the local community.

Kahan Singh Pannu, a retired IAS officer from Punjab, has developed an innovative technique called Seeding of Rice on Beds (SRB) to combat the state’s critical groundwater depletion. His approach conserves water, saves money, and inspires a shift towards conservation-oriented agriculture.

If you're considering growing avocados in India, these seven tips from experienced farmers can help you get started. From soil preparation to climate considerations, these practical insights will guide you in navigating the essentials of avocado farming and increase your chances of success in India’s diverse landscapes.

What happens when sustainable farming and mindful living come together? The result is GreenAcres, which lets you plan vacations that reconnect you with the land through food, conservation, and simple, intentional living.

Inspired by childhood interests in aquatic life, Surat-based Dr Manoj Sharma transformed the barren lands of Gujarat into thriving shrimp farms. Despite cultural challenges, his efforts led to significant industry growth. To expand shrimp farming in India, he recommends policy reforms, market promotion, and public awareness initiatives.