farmer entrepreneurship

In drought-prone Satara, Maharashtra, farmer Hrushikesh Jayasing Dhane turned adversity into success by making aloe vera products like soaps, shampoos, and juices, building a multi-crore business.

Kerala-based farmer Brijith Krishnan started Eatery Malbarikas which makes dishes using sprouted cashew nuts. Interestingly, he enhanced the germination potential of cashews and helps fellow cashew farmers as well.

When Yavatmal farmer Sunil Kolpe faced declining yields and no loan support, he sold his wife’s jewellery, bought 16 buffaloes, and built a smart dairy — complete with a milk ATM, ice cream parlour, and 250 loyal customers.