Turmeric farming

Coming from an agricultural family, Kanchan Verma from Madhya Pradesh took up farming soon after her marriage. Along with growing vegetables, wheat, and maize, the BA graduate tried turmeric for the first time in 2020. The decision proved fruitful, bringing her higher returns. Here’s how.

SK4, a high-yielding turmeric variety developed by Sachin Kamlakar Karekar, is transforming farming in 13 states across the country.

Farmers traditionally cultivate wheat in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh. But Kanchan Verma's decision to transition to turmeric farming resulted in increased income.

Jumaila Banu left the hospital bed with a firm decision to support her family. Today, her organic farming business of arrowroot and turmeric powder is exported abroad to the US, Germany and Australia.