Success Story: How did this financially suffering farmer from Bihar make 15 lakh rupees a year?

Success Story: Inspiration behind integrated animal husbandry is to utilize maximum resources of development and increase in output, through combination production of crop and different types animals. This approach not only helps to maintain better resource utilization including manure and feed management but also provides diversified income source. One such example of a spectacular success is Pankaj Singh, who lives in the hamlet of Daudnagar, Aurangabad (Bihar) and has changed his life adopting this innovative approach.

Only 41, Pankaj Singh had pivot and sown crops as an educated farmer – after passing out of intermediate. But today, he is a well-paid entrepreneur with annual earnings of Rs 15 lakh.

Pankaj’s Journey

It has modest origins where Shri Pankaj Singh’s narrative is concerned. He began by growing vegetables, wheat and rice on his 2-hectare plot. He got down on it and sweat, only to get bad results while being in a tough financial situation. He went through the circumcision of his brain on top of everything else while wrestling to provide for a family. A better life feels so out of reach, it seems unreal.

Pankaj Singh decided to change his luck and visited the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Siris, Aurangabad. This was one thing that he had decided long back in his life to go for a training course about the whole animal husbanding techniques. He never raised animals, but the KVK extension education gave him interest and hope. He thought that this new venture would bring him stability and success later on.

Pankaj Singh started with eight cows and three buffaloes but encountered several problems. There were many challenges and seemingly insurmountable obstacles during the early days. It was not without its doubts, moments of disappointment where he felt like quitting. The assistance from KVK’s experts was instrumental in helping him to get over these initial hiccups. This helped as well not just in mentorship but also mentally to feel more confident.

Influenced by his dairy farming experience, Pankaj Singh decided to risk it out on goats. He also got more training from Central Goat Research Centre Mathura and KVK. Things shifted as a result. He now manages a herd of form 100 goats, mainly Barbari and Black Bengal. Making more than Rs. 6 lakh on an average annually – through his goat rearing capabilities, He’s now one of the biggest farmers in our hometown and needs special mention here!

Success and Acknowledgment

Sometimes hard work and creativity of Pankaj Singh is well appreciated by all. With a cent per cent consentment of the same he was awarded as “Innovative Farmer Award” at Bihar Agricultural University Regional Farmers Fair held between 23 The agreement with regards to this could be made over here and hence on basis wath thereof it followeduring DEBUG mode an dehis award became preordained. This was no mere pat on the back, but instead a recognition of all that determination and creativity. The award acknowledged his extraordinary achievements and ability to inspire others.

Financial Affect

Significant economic advancements are represented in the various business endeavors spearheaded by Pankaj Singh. He earns around Rs 5 lakh yearly from his dairy farm, where he produces about 21,000 to 22,000 liters of milk. Goat husbandry earns him an extra Rs. 6 lakh per annum and chicken farming brings in another additional income of about Rs. 4–5 lakh a year after all deductions. His poultry and animal husbandry businesses, in addition to agriculture as a whole give him an unbelievable 15–16 Lakh per year. It allow him to offer his family greater indulgences and help out the community he lives in.

An Inspirational Source

For Pankaj Singh, his lineage is not just a story of business glory rather it’s the saga on inspiration & resilience. Many young farmers out there struggling with similar problems will likely relate to his story. His ability to turn that hardship into an opportunity is a beacon of light for anyone who pursues the dreams of life. He has become an inspiration to lots of young people in his community and they are encouraged to build their careers by following him.

As Pankaj Singh looks back at his journey, he always thanks the scientists from KVK Aurangabad (Siris) for this experience of a lifetime. This valuable advice and mentoring helped him to overcome the initial hurdles leading further towards having a successful career in animal husbandry. His recipe for success is teamwork — showered upon him, made possible through the cooperative efforts of those who believe in him.