“It requires very less space to grow. In fact, if you start cultivating oyster mushrooms in a 2-litre soft drink bottle, it will give you a yield of about 0.5 kg in the first batch itself.”
These stories will not just inspire you to take the plunge but also serve as a great reminder of the fact that where there is a will, there is always a way!
"People are unaware of the vast varieties and their nutritive value. There are varieties that most of us have never seen or tasted before, which can be grown in India without relying on imported packages.”
A recipient of the prestigious Padma Shri, Aterna resident Kanwal Singh Chauhan is a true inspiration to all those who wish to pursue farming through innovative and creative practices.
From an impoverished village woman to mushroom farmer and successful entrepreneur, Anita Devi has inspired hundreds of women in Nalanda to adopt the profitable venture of mushroom cultivation. Mohd Imran Khan takes a closer look.
The name Midori was selected to honour the Japanese, who with their sheer grit and power of determination rebuilt their nation after the Second World War attacks.