- Keen to start an agri-based venture but never sown a seed in your life ?
- Want to start an organic farm, but cant distinguish the 'bull-shit' from 'REAL' cow-dung ?
- Want a 'In-the-Cockpit ' view of how a successful agri-startup runs ?
- Want to know how to raise funds from VCs/banks for your agri venture ?
Srivalli and Venkat , founders of efarm , India's leading agri supply chain startup, invite you to get your hands and feet dirty , and explore the 'everGreen' opportunities in agri/food sector....
If you only have a weekend to spare ... check out our monthly agri entrepreneurship training/workshop - from organic farming basics to successfully marketing your products - we have 2 day session - from classrooms to field visits - consider it as a 48 hour 'CRASH course to agri entrepreneurship' ! Details & signup page at :- Training and Workshops : Introduction - efarm.in[/url]
For students/freshers who have atleast 6-8 weeks time to spend as an intern, you can sign up for a 'intensive 2 month internship program' . Checkout the progam guidelines, FAQ and online application.- Internships - Home - efarm.in[/url]
Want us to come and give a talk/conduct workshop at YOUR campus ? We regularly give talks on topics on entrepreneurship , supply chain, startup experiences and mentor student startups via NEN, e-cells , TEDx & TIE - check out Venkat and Valli's youtube channel for recent talks
Press & Media : We have been featured in various leading national and regional press and TV.
Some recent highlights / cool stuff @ eFarm
Click links for details)- Lufthansa ETNOW Pioneering Spirits 2012 adjudged eFarm as one of top10 startups of the year
- Srivalli Represented India as Invited Guest speaker in 'sustainable agri enterprises' panel in Global Philanthrophy forum , Washington DC 2012
- Agri sector representative in 'Action for India' forum and presented solutions to Mr. Sam Pitroda
- eFarmDirect won the Most promising ' tech startup idea of 2011 at Proto.in
For any queries, feel free to call/email us :
Regards :
Next Training and Workshop Date : 4th & 5th Aug at Chennai
Course Details :
Day 1 : Introduction to Agri Business
Part 2 : Introduction to Agri Business(3 hours)
An introduction to various agri business opportunities and how to run a commercial and sustainable agri-venture
Topic
Details
The Agri Industry in India:
The veggie trail : Video highlighting the supply chain issues from farm to home
Challenges and Opportunities in the sector
Finance for Agri Entrepreneurs
basic concepts of profit/loss and cost of production . How to set your price. How to raise funds
Technologies for Agri Supply Chain
Summary of key technologies which can improve agri supply chain efficiencies
Post-Harvest Management
Tools and techniques to reduce post harvest losses, transit losses and improve efficiency in end to end distribution
Food processing and Value addition
Increasing shelf life , better margins through value added processes
Starting and running a agri venture : eFarm model
Tips on running an agri-startup: people management, ground operations, planning, funding , financials and balancing social & business goals
Q & A
Case studies, success stories, knowledge sharing & tips for beginners
Part 3 : eFarm Direct (2 hour)
An introduction to using efarmDirect portal for agri marketing and procurement
Topic
Details
eFarmDirect demo Walkthrough of key features and usage of eFarmDirect portal
How to use the portal Key query features to find demand/supply of produce , advanced search features, identifying buyers & sellers.
Franchisee How to become a local efarmdirect representative , business planning
Day 2 : Introduction to Farming , Field Visit to farm & market
Field Visit to a nearby farm and interactions with a farmer
Field visit to a market and interactions with traders/ buyers
Basics of Farming (at the Farm)
Introduction to Organic Farming
A simple, practical introduction to growing an organic farm/garden from ground up.
Topic
Details
Principles of Organic cultivation
Organic v/s Inorganic methods , Various school of ideas on organic farming , transitioning to organic
Starting the farm
Preparing the Land ,Proper irrigation & Water supply , Types of crops , Procuring Seeds, Livestock and farm husbandry
Maintaining the farm
Natural weed control ,Bio pesticides, Harvesting
Preparing Compost/Manure
Ingredients , Preparation techniques ,Application,Commercial production of organic compost
Certification & Training
Various certification options ,Procedures ,Costs and benefits
Financials
Basic accounting for farmers, Estimating yield and break even costs ,Funding Sources , Grants and Loans
Urban gardens & Organic landscaping
Kitchen gardens & roof top gardens , Ornamental plants , Organic Landscaping
Q &A
Case studies, success stories, knowledge sharing & tips for beginners
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