Started to boost production of his apple and walnut orchards, Abdul Ahad Lone used vermicompost to establish a profitable venture. He's now a torchbearer for more than 150 unemployed villagers.
Farmers traditionally cultivate wheat in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh. But Kanchan Verma's decision to transition to turmeric farming resulted in increased income.
Ratan Lal Daga from Bhansar Kutari village in Rajasthan adopted organic farming techniques to grow mango, lemon, pomegranate, lentils, wheat, bajra and other crops.