Vinod Bishnoi, a farmer from Lunkaransar Tehsil in Bikaner, Rajasthan, has transitioned from growing traditional crops like wheat, gram, mustard, guar, and peanuts to cultivating cucumbers in a polyhouse. His interest in modern agricultural practices has led to a more efficient approach to farming, helping him achieve an annual turnover of Rs 80 lakhs.
Bishnoi's adoption of new farming techniques has been successful, and he serves as an example of how embracing technology can help improve yields and profitability. His journey reflects the potential of modern agriculture to create opportunities for farmers.
Agriculture has been in Vinod's family for many generations. He had a passion for farming since his early years. Even though Vinod has not studied beyond primary education up to the 8th grade. His knowledge of farming is broad, and his experience is great. He adopted the traditional ways of farming. The way he was practicing farming gave him a lower yield and meager profits. This gave him a perception that something must be changed.
His turning point was when his uncle, Atmaram Bishnoi—a progressive farmer already practicing cucumber cultivation in a polyhouse. He introduced him to the concept. Impressed by his uncle's success, Vinod decided to take the risk and set up a polyhouse on one acre of his land six years ago.
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