Success Story: Satyavan did wonders through organic farming, dairy and nursery management, earns lakhs of rupees annually
Success Story: In a world where chemical farming predominates, Satyavan is a remarkable example of sustainable agriculture. He began his adventure at Dariyapur Kalan, Delhi, where he embraced organic farming and demonstrated that eco-friendly methods may have a significant positive economic impact. He oversees a varied farm with 20 acres planted to vegetables, wheat, sugarcane, rice, and other crops, including 5 acres used for natural farming.
According to Satyavan, “Healthy soil makes a wealthy farmer,” warning that chemical pesticides are degrading soil quality and encouraging crop illnesses. In the end, his intercropping and integrated farming practices assist to revitalize his farm’s soil and production.
A Trailblazer in the Onion Nursery
Satyavan has perfected the art of producing onion nurseries by substituting modern technology for more traditional methods. He now uses organic ways to grow high-quality onion seedlings, which he sells to other farmers for Rs100 per kilogram. This enterprise alone has also resulted in a significant boost in his income.
Growing Sugarcane Incomes
Satyavan looked at direct-to-market strategies as an alternative to the conventional methods of selling sugarcane to mills in order to increase profitability. By emphasizing the importance of marketing strategies in agriculture, his approach assists farmers in obtaining greater prices.
Satyavan uses drip irrigation and sprinklers to properly distribute water to his pea and onion crops. This strategy increases productivity, protects crops from frost, and demonstrates the benefits of modern irrigation over traditional techniques. Satyavan combines organic farming, dairy farming, and nursery management to generate between Rs 18 and Rs 20 lakh annually. Because his input costs are so low—roughly Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000 per acre—his business is very successful.
People are becoming ill with deadly conditions, including stomach ulcers, cancer, and more, as a result of the overuse of pesticides and insecticides, which is poisoning our land. By increasing his natural farming operations from 5 acres to 7 acres and offering his customers products free of toxins, he now hopes to satisfy the rising demand for organic fruit.
A Note to Other Farmers
By practicing natural farming without the use of chemical inputs like urea and DAP, our predecessors showed that sustainable agriculture techniques may provide high-quality results for many years. I believe that we can effectively resume such practices at this time. I implore you to research and use ICAR’s natural and organic agricultural methods as they provide valuable insights to deepen our knowledge and boost output in a sustainable manner.
The inspiring story of Satyavan demonstrates how innovative and sustainable agricultural methods may provide significant financial rewards. By focusing on soil health, using modern technology, and expanding his own market potential, he has set a benchmark for success in organic farming. For farmers who want to strike a balance between financial success and environmental responsibility, his narrative serves as an inspiring example.
