Monthly advisory of onion and garlic crop for the month of June 2025
From Dream to Reality: Pratil Langote's Journey in Agri-Entrepreneurship
₹16 lakh/year turnover
10-15% profit margin
Supported by ABI-ICAR-DOGR
About the Entrepreneur
Pratil Langote, a determined young farmer-entrepreneur from Vafgaon, Pune, transformed his small family farm into a thriving agri-business with support from ICAR-DOGR's Agri-Business Incubator. His venture specializes in integrated farming and value-added products that maximize farm income.
Business Achievements
- Annual turnover of ₹16 lakh with 10-15% profit margins
- Created 5 local employment opportunities
- Developed 3 unique value-added farm products
- Increased land productivity by 60% through innovative techniques
ICAR-DOGR Support
Through the ABI program, ICAR-DOGR provided critical support including:
- Training in modern agricultural techniques
- Access to quality planting materials
- Business development guidance
- Market linkage for value-added products
"The technical and business knowledge from ICAR-DOGR helped me see farming as a profitable enterprise," says Pratil Langote.
Innovative Farming Model
Pratil's integrated farming system includes:
- Seasonal vegetable cultivation with drip irrigation
- Onion and garlic intercropping for maximum yield
- Vermicompost production from farm waste
- Value-added products like garlic powder and onion flakes
Community Impact
Pratil's success has inspired local farmers:
- Mentors 15 neighboring farmers in modern techniques
- Organizes quarterly training programs
- Provides quality planting materials to smallholders
- Created a local collective for bulk input purchasing
Future Plans
With plans to expand operations, Pratil aims to:
- Establish a small processing unit for value-added products
- Develop direct-to-consumer sales channels
- Implement complete organic farming practices
- Create a farmer-producer organization
