7 months ago
Entrepreneur Earns Rs 12 Lakh/Month with Hydroponic Farming
Hydroponic farming is a way of growing plants without soil, using nutrient-rich water instead.
Mohit Nijhawan started a small hydroponic farm in a 100 sq ft space and now earns Rs 12 lakh per month.
He grows microgreens like broccoli, radish, and mustard, which are popular with health-conscious consumers.
Hydroponics uses less water and space than traditional farming, making it a great option for urban areas.
Mohit emphasizes the importance of using high-quality seeds and maintaining clean growing conditions.
His success shows that hydroponic farming can be both profitable and environmentally friendly.
Mohit Nijhawan started Greenu Microgreens with Rs 30,000 in a 100 sq ft space.
He now earns Rs 12 lakh per month selling 6,500 trays of microgreens.
Hydroponic farming uses nutrient-rich water and less space than traditional farming.
Microgreens are grown from organic, non-GMO seeds in sterile media like cocopeat.
Proper light, temperature, and airflow are crucial for successful hydroponic farming.
- Who
- Mohit Nijhawan, founder of Greenu Microgreens
- What
- Hydroponic farming of microgreens
- Where
- India
- When
- Not specified
- Why
- To promote healthier food and sustainable farming
Key facts
- Founder
- Mohit Nijhawan
- Company
- Greenu Microgreens
- Initial Investment
- Rs 30,000
- Monthly Revenue
- Rs 12 lakh
- Space Required
- 100 sq ft
- Trays Sold/Month
- 6,500
- Price per Tray
- Rs 200
- Growing Media
- Cocopeat, coco coir, rockwool
Quotes
Mohit Nijhawan
Founder of Greenu Microgreens and a successful hydroponic farmer.
“I teach people that they don’t need large plots of land or expensive equipment to start. With a considerable investment of around Rs 3 lakh, they can set up a small-scale microgreens operation.”
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“I started my venture by selecting high-quality and non-genetically modified (non-GMO) seeds. I source mine from Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVK), and make sure they are organic.”
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