Bhavana Agrotech

• Guaranteed Buy-Back Agreement: Ensures farmers a secure market with pre-agreed pricing, reducing risk and increasing income stability.

• High-Yield Lemon Varieties: Provision of quality saplings and technical support for cultivating disease-resistant, high-yield lemon plants.

• Expert Agronomy Support: Regular on-field assistance and guidance from experienced agronomists for soil health, irrigation, pest control, and pruning.

• Access to Inputs & Equipment: Assistance with fertilizers, drip irrigation systems, and farm tools through partnerships or subsidies.

• Sustainable Farming Practices: Focus on organic or low-chemical farming methods to enhance fruit quality and meet export standards.

• Post-Harvest & Logistics Support: Help with harvesting, grading, packing, and transportation to ensure fresh delivery and minimal wastage.

Contract Farming Service Description

Contract farming is a system in which a buyer (typically a food processing company, exporter, or large-scale retailer) and a farmer (or a group of farmers) enter into an agreement to produce a specific quantity and quality of agricultural products under predetermined conditions. This service bridges the gap between small-scale farmers and larger markets, offering benefits to both parties.

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• The service involves creating a formal contract where the buyer agrees to purchase crops or livestock from the farmer at an agreed-upon price

• In many cases, the buyer may provide necessary inputs like seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and technical expertise to help farmers improve yields.

• This helps reduce the financial burden on farmers and ensures that the required standards are met.

• The contract outlines the quality expectations for the agricultural product, which could include grade, size, color, and other relevant attributes.

• The buyer may also provide guidelines or training to ensure that the farmers are capable of meeting these standards.

• Pricing terms are clearly stated in the contract, often including mechanisms for adjusting prices based on market conditions or production costs.

• Payment schedules and methods are defined, which provides financial security for farmers who might otherwise face uncertain or delayed payments.

• The service often includes risk management provisions. For example, the buyer may agree to absorb some of the risk of crop failure or market fluctuations.

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• Contract farming services usually include advisory support, which could involve training in best farming practices, pest management, crop rotation, and harvesting techniques.

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• The buyer may handle the logistics of transporting the produce from the farm to the processing plant or marketplace..

• Modern contract farming services often emphasize sustainable practices, encouraging environmentally friendly farming techniques.

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• For certain products, the buyer may use the farm’s produce in value-added products, like turning raw fruits into jams, juices, or dried snacks.

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• The contract may cover a single crop cycle or last several years, with terms for renewal or renegotiation included based on market conditions or performance.

• Guaranteed Market Access: Farmers are assured of a buyer for their produce.

• Access to Inputs: Farmers can access seeds, fertilizers, and training, often reducing their upfront investment.

• Improved Income Stability: Fixed pricing and payments reduce the uncertainty farmers often face with market fluctuations.

• Reliable Supply Chain: Buyers secure a stable and consistent supply of high-quality products.

• Better Quality Control: Contract agreements allow for a higher level of oversight on production quality.

• Lower Risk of Surplus or Deficit: