Farming

K S Sheeja found solace in gardening after her son’s accident. She pursued organic farming and now runs a self-sustaining farm that is home to bees, poultry, and over 200 plants of exotic fruits and vegetables.

For years, every farming season began with worry for Priyanka Kumari. Then the Jharkhand farmer learnt to plan her crops, protect them from the weather, and take control of her income. Her journey shows how farming can finally feel secure.

Sachin Karekar, a Maharashtra farmer, developed SK-4 turmeric through years of experimentation. Today, it’s grown by 500+ farmers across 13 states, offering higher yields and better curcumin content.

An Odisha homemaker grows saffron indoors using hydroponics and aeroponics, showing how modern farming can survive beyond traditional fields and climates.

From small farms and forgotten hillsides to solar dryers and 100-sq-ft grow rooms, Indians across the country reshaped agriculture in 2025. These 10 stories capture the ideas, care and courage that made farming more profitable and human-centred.

Mushroom farming is one of the easiest ventures to start at home with little space and low investment. This beginner’s guide walks you through the basics of setting up a small-scale farm, choosing the right variety, and ensuring a healthy harvest.

When her farmer father’s onions kept rotting in storage, engineer Kalyani Shinde built Godaam Sense — an IoT solution now helping farmers save up to 25% of India’s onion harvest.

Winter cropping does not have to be passive. When fields hold a mix of species, the soil undergoes a steady process of regeneration. It is time to learn how diversity in winter plants enriches nutrients, improves structure, and strengthens long-term soil health.

Learn how to grow barley and oats as winter crops with effective soil preparation, cultivation methods, and disease management. Understand harvesting strategies and market potential to boost yields, enhance soil health, and increase farm profitability.

Cow dung has been a versatile tool in rural India for centuries — used as fertiliser, pest repellent, fuel, and even building material. This feature explores six traditional practices that harness its full potential and shows how urban gardeners can adapt these eco-friendly, low-cost techniques for balconies, backyards, and community gardens.