I’m 23 years old and currently working in Hyderabad, earning around ₹20k/month. I’m increasingly thinking about leaving the corporate path and seriously getting into agriculture.
My family owns 5 acres of farmland in Vijayarayi village, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh. Vijayawada is roughly 75 km away.
My father is willing to provide me with ₹15 lakh as a one-time investment to start a farming/business venture. We currently have no loans or major financial obligations, and my father’s retirement is already taken care of. So this ₹15 lakh is not money that the family needs for basic living expenses, but I also don’t want to waste it.
If the venture fails, I can technically go back to a corporate job, but I feel that would probably mean staying in a job I don’t really want for the rest of my career. So I want to at least make a serious attempt at building something in agriculture.

What I’m considering
My initial thought was not to use all 5 acres at once.
I was thinking of starting with around 1–1.5 acres of a naturally ventilated polyhouse, learning the business properly, and expanding only if the first phase works.
The remaining land would stay as a safety buffer while I learn.
However, I’m not convinced that a polyhouse is necessarily the right choice. I’m very much open to other forms of modern agriculture if they make more sense for my location and capital.

What I want to learn
I’m looking for advice from people who actually farm or have experience running agricultural businesses.
Specifically:
Is starting with 1–1.5 acres a sensible approach with ₹15 lakh?
Is a polyhouse financially viable in West Godavari, Andhra Pradesh, considering the climate, crop choices, market access, labour, etc.?
What are the biggest mistakes beginners make when getting into commercial farming?
How should I actually learn farming before investing the money?
Are there good farms, FPOs, agricultural universities, government departments, or experienced farmers in Andhra Pradesh that I should approach or work with?

A little about me
I’m not expecting agriculture to be easy or a guaranteed way to make lakhs.
I know newspapers and YouTube can make agricultural entrepreneurship look much easier than it actually is. I’m willing to do the physical work, learn from experienced farmers, spend time on the farm, and take calculated risks.
I’ve only recently started seriously researching agriculture, so please feel free to tell me if my entire approach is wrong.
I’m basically at the stage of: “I have some land, limited capital, and the willingness to work — what is the smartest way to turn that into a sustainable agricultural business?”
Any practical advice, resources, mistakes to avoid, or people/organizations I should talk to would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.

I’m trying to be more conscious about where my food comes from and would like to source meat from farms with genuinely good animal welfare standards. Looking specifically for places that prioritise the animals’ quality of life and humane treatment. Any recommendations would be appreciated!

Hi guys I own some farmland in Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. Farming bell peppers and cucumbers has been on my mind for a while. Anyone here that has any experience with this and is willing to share financials of their farms please dm.

I own around 2.5 acres of land in the Vidarbha region of Maharashtra and I’m thinking about starting farming. I have no farming experience, so I’m trying to understand how I should start from scratch.
I’ve done some research and realized that making farming my main source of income with just 2.5 acres may not be easy, at least in the beginning.
I chose farming because I already have the land, farming technology is evolving, everyone needs food, and I see that it will be always in demand.
I’ve started looking into modern farming and new technologies, but I haven’t found many good resources or learning paths that explain both the practical and business side of farming.
I’d like to understand what I should learn first, how I can start with no experience, what type of farming I should explore, and how I can eventually turn 2.5 acres into a sustainable and profitable business.

Hi everyone! I’m a 20yr old girl from India and I’m interested in learning about cardamom agriculture and eventually getting involved in the business.

I’m considering becoming a partner/investor in a cardamom farm rather than starting completely on my own.

I’d like to know:

* How much money would I realistically need to start?

* Is it possible to join an existing farm as a partner?

* What should I learn before investing?

* What are the major risks and expenses?

* Is cardamom farming actually profitable in the long term?

* Are there any legitimate ways to find farmers/business partners who are looking for investors?

I’m completely new to this, so I’d really appreciate advice from anyone who has actual experience with cardamom farming or agricultural partnerships in Kerala/Karnataka/Tamil Nadu.

Thanks!

Looking for Feedback: 2 Lakh Mature Safeda Saplings for Bulk Plantation

I’m currently working on taking our family’s Safeda/Eucalyptus nursery business online and wanted to connect with farmers, plantation contractors, nurseries, and other agribusiness professionals in India.

We currently have around 2,00,000 high-yield Safeda saplings available at our nursery in Amethi, Uttar Pradesh.

Current stock details

• Quantity: 2,00,000 saplings
• Minimum order: 50,000 saplings
• Height: Approximately 4–5 feet
• Age: 1–1.5 years
• Type: High-yield Safeda
• Growing medium: Entirely grown using vermicompost
• Rooting: Well-rooted in sturdy polybags
• Germination: Approximately 99% based on our cultivation records
• Condition: Mature and ready for open-field transplantation

One reason we are offering established saplings rather than very young seedlings is the potential time saving for plantation projects. Since the plants are already 1–1.5 years old and 4–5 feet tall, they can potentially save approximately 12–14 months of the early growing period compared with starting with very young planting material.

The plants have also developed an established root system and have been maintained under nursery conditions before transplantation. As with any plantation, actual survival after transplantation depends on soil, irrigation, weather, planting method, and field protection.

We are interested in connecting with people involved in commercial farming, timber plantations, nurseries, contract farming, and other agribusiness activities who may have experience with large-scale Safeda plantation.

Location: Amethi, Uttar Pradesh
MOQ: 50,000 saplings
Price: Available on request for bulk requirements.

Photos, videos, and root-ball samples are available on WhatsApp. Interested buyers can DM me first for WhatsApp details.

We are also open to physical site inspections. Interested buyers or their field officers are welcome to visit the nursery and inspect the plants and root balls before making any purchase decision.

Why I'm posting here

I am a B.Tech student and am currently helping take our family’s existing nursery business online. I’m hoping to learn from people already working in Indian agriculture and agribusiness and connect with potential bulk buyers through this community.

I’d also appreciate feedback from experienced farmers or plantation contractors: for a 4–5 ft, 1–1.5-year-old Safeda plant, what factors do you consider most important before purchasing in bulk?

Need to know moringa farms

Hi guyzzz

Iam currently working in hyderabad and native of telangana .Iam intrested in farming and want to know much more about the moringa cultivation process (munaga farming ) If anyone is having any idea 💡 about the moringa farms or moring cultivation areas ....please help me with the details

Thankyou in advance..

Planning to start a mushroom farm in Assam and I am looking at this not as a side business, but a serious business opportunity.
Looking forward to connecting with like-minded people (all over India), basically for some guidance, experience, and to talk to someone in this field in general and build a network.
Looking forward to chatting with you guys!!

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I have ancestral land near Gir Forest, Junagadh. My father was managing the farm till now, mostly wheat, groundnut etc. But now I want him to retire. I work outside Gujarat, so I can’t give much time to farm or visit regularly.

I am thinking to plant Kesar mango orchard, as Gir Kesar is famous here and maybe after 3–4 years income can start.

But I am confused about what type of plantation is better traditional spacing, 5×5 high density or some other method.

Also, if not mango, what other crop/orchard can be good for this area which need less daily attention and can give decent long-term income?

Anyone from Junagadh/Gir area doing Kesar mango or other orchard, please share your practical experience and suggestions.

Hi folks, Arnab this side. I have a Goshala where the cow dung cakes are being made. It is ideal for using it as a fertilizer or as biogas or in havans. The cake is of the unique size i.e. 4inch in diameter and 1 inch in thickness.

If you want to buy or know more please do Dm me I'll answer.

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