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5 Feasible Ways to Raise Funds for Innovative Agri startup

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Earlier, when thinking about starting a business, the major stumble stone that hinder our mind from taking first step for our dream is the requirement of huge capital. Those days, gathering capital to start one's own business was like a tough nut to crack. Business aspirants were majorly dependent on banks for loans & even bore the risk of pawning their property. But now a days, there exists an immense opportunity of making your entrepreneurial dream come true by various means of startup fundings. Not risking your own property, not wandering to banks seeking loan, but you can get assured fund for your startup just by pitching your innovative idea. You've heard it right?  So, in this article, we're going to explore "5 Feasible Means to Raise Funds for your Innovative Agri startup" 1. Crowd Funding The first and foremost source of raising funds for your agri startup comes from the crowdfunding. Crowdfunding is a method of raising capital through the integrative

Why do 90% of agri-tech startups fail in India?

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     On one hand, it gives immense satisfaction that there are more than 2800 agri-tech startups existing till now recognized by Startup India. But on the other hand, it's heart wrecking to know that 90% Indian agri-tech startups fail within it's first five years of their establishment, according to a survey of IBM Institute for Business Value & Oxford Economics. Why is it so? When deeply researched, there are several factors contributing to the shut down of agri-tech startups in its initial years. Some of them are listed below for your knowledge, that you may be aware of these failure factors & take into consideration while setting up your agri-startup... 1. Lack of Innovation      The first & foremost reason associated with the failure of Indian agri-startups is the lack of innovation. In the recent survey of 2021, India has drastically moved to 46th position in Global Innovation Index.  2. Out-dated models of Agri-startups      Funding for agri startups are rejec

Start a Successful Venture by Value Additions in Banana

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          Banana is a delicious & versatile fruit of Indian origin. In Tamil culture, Banana is one of the crucial fruits described in Sangam literatures, one among as "Ma, Pala, Vaazhai". Nothing goes as waste from Banana tree & every inch of tree can be transformed for useful purpose right from pseudostem, fruits, leaves, flowers. Banana bestows for innumerous health benefits as it provides Vitamin B6, Vitamin K, anti-oxidants, Minerals, etc. Consuming a banana for breakfast keep your stomach fuller, boosts immune system & makes you energetic for the whole day. Having banana for night induces sleep & is the best constipation reliever.       India is the largest producer of banana with 17 Million ton of production in area of 4,90,000 ha. More than 50 cultivars are popular & being cultivated in India which includes Rasthali, Nei Poovan, Nendran, Mondhan, Red banana, Virupakshi, etc. Yet the top ruling variety utilised for trade is Dwarf Cavendish.       In

Top 10 Profitable Agribusiness Ideas With Minimum Investment

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           Years back, farming was practised only for sustenance purpose. Earlier generation cultivated crops only to meet out their daily needs. As population began to hike, the current production of food couldn't meet out the demand of consumption. Thus, the commercialization of agriculture began to gain it's pace. And now, Farming is no more seen as an art. Rather, Farming has grown as revenue generating business. If you're looking to start a venture on Agribusiness but confused what to choose, then this is for you! Here, I listed out "Top 10 Profitable Agribusiness ideas for you to start with minimum investment". So, keep reading till the end... 1. Tree farming      Tree farming can be a lucrative business in India as trees yield variety of products like timber, latex, gum, resin, medicinal products, fruits & vegetables. Coconut tree farming can earn you a net profit of Rs. 1 Lakh by planting 150 coconut palms per acre. Other trees of possible revenue gene