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SAMPURNA SEEDS

Introduction:

Sampurna Seeds, Parasmoni Organic and Agri Product Pvt. Ltd. is a well-known seed production, processing, and research and development company in India. The company was established in 2008 and has since then grown to become one of the most reputed seed companies in the country. We already collaborated with leading universities and research institutions in the country.

i) Geographical situation:

The Parasmani Organic & Agricultural Product Private Limited is situated in the east of NH-314 (Bankura – Purulia road) in the district Bankura of the state of West Bengal, at about 9.6 km from Bankura railway station. Bankura is located in the western part of the State of West Bengal. It is a part of the Bardhaman Division of the State and is included in the area known as “Rarh” in Bengal. It ranks 4th according to the Population and literacy rate of the 2001 Census in the State. The District Bankura is bounded by latitude 22038’ N and longitude 86036’ E to 87047’ E. River Damodar flows along the northern boundary of the district. The adjacent districts are Bardhaman in the north, Purulia in the west, and Paschim Medinipur in the south. The Survey of India (SOI) toposheets covering the districts are 73I, 73J, 73M, and 73N. The net cultivable area of the district is 4.30 lakh ha.

ii) Climatic conditions:

Bankura district of the western part of West Bengal receives more or less 1400 mm rainfall annually but this is known as the drought-prone area of the state. According to the criteria followed by the India Meteorological Department, this region cannot be termed drought-prone. But the dryness of the region is the hard reality which is mainly due to its undulating topography which promotes speedy surface runoff. After a short span of heavy shower water moves as the surface runs off making the top soil dry very soon.

‘KRISHAK SAMMAN’ awarded by CM of West Bengal

Seed Production:

we produce high-quality seeds for various crops such as Paddy, mustard, maize, Sesame, Ground nut, and vegetables. We have our seed production farms spread across different regions of the country. These farms are equipped with modern infrastructure and are managed by technicians to ensure the best quality seeds are produced. Our seed-producing technicians are guided by plant breeder Ex professor Dr Pranab Chattopadhyay.

Seed Certification:

Seed certification is the process of verifying the genetic purity and quality of seeds used for agricultural production. The certification is a system designed to ensure that farmers receive seeds that meet certain standards and are free from disease, pests, and other contaminants.

Seed certification is a critical component of modern agriculture, as high-quality seeds are essential for improving crop yields, disease resistance, and overall productivity. In many countries, seed certification is regulated by the government, which establishes standards procedures for the certification process.

and The certification process typically begins with the selection of parent plants, which are chosen for their desirable traits, such as disease resistance, high yields, or quality. These plants are then crossed to produce offspring that will be used for seed production.

After the seeds are harvested, they are cleaned, tested for purity and germination, and inspected for disease and pests. Seeds that meet the established standards are then certified and labelable accordingly, indicating that they are of high quality and suitable for planting.

In addition to government regulations, many seed companies also have certification programs, which may include additional requirements for quality and performance.

Seed certification is an ongoing process, as seeds can lose quality over time and new diseases and pests can emerge. As a result, her tithe-field seed must be produced and tested regularly to ensure that it continues to meet the established standards.

Overall, seed certification is a critical component of modern agriculture, as it ensures that farmers have access to high-quality seeds that can help to improve crop yields, disease resistance, and overall productivity. By establishing standards and procedures for the certification process, governments and seed companies can help to ensure that farmers have the tools they need to succeed.

Our certified paddy seeds

Processing: We have state-of-the-art seed processing facilities. The seeds go through a rigorous cleaning, grading, and packaging process before being sold to the farmers. We have an intense investment in technology and equipment to ensure that the seeds are of the highest quality

Seed drying

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Research and Development: We have a team of researchers who work on developing new seed varieties that are better suited for Indian soil and climate. They conduct extensive research and trials to ensure that the seeds are high-yielding, disease-resistant, abiotic stress tolerant, and of superior quality. To create new seed varieties, we are working along with the nation’s top universities and research centres.

Laboratory: Our Laboratory is a leading agricultural seed testing and analysis laboratory that provides a range of services to farmers, seed companies, and research institutions. Established in 2008, the laboratory has quickly gained a reputation for its commitment to accuracy, reliability, and quality. Our Laboratory’s team of experts is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of seed testing and analysis. They use advanced equipment and techniques to ensure that all results are accurate and reliable. Our laboratory is also committed to ongoing education and training, which ensures that its staff remains up-to-date with the latest advances in the industry

Collaboration with Kolkata Biotech Park:

Our seed laboratory collaboration with Kolkata Biotech Park is an exciting opportunity to bring together expertise and resources from two leading organizations to advance research and innovation in the agricultural sector.

The collaboration will involve a partnership between our seed laboratory and Kolkata Biotech Park’s state-of-the-art biotechnology facility. This partnership will enable us to leverage the advanced research capabilities of the biotech park to develop and test new seed technologies and products that can help farmers increase their crop yields, reduce pest and disease infestations, and improve the overall quality and nutritional value of their crops.

Our paddy research and development team is working on molecular markers to improve rice yield potential, disease resistance, abiotic stress tolerance, and nutritional quality, rice cultivation’s productivity, resilience, and sustainability.

We aim to use molecular markers to study the genetic diversity of rice germplasm and identify novel genes and alleles that can be used in rice improvement programs. Furthermore, we plan to use molecular markers to study the genetics of complex traits, such as yield and quality, and develop genomic selection (GS) models to predict the performance of rice lines based on their genotypes.

PADDY:

We develop 23 new paddy varieties, 26 F4 generation genotypes & 15 F1 genotypes, and some drought tolerance paddy varieties & These varieties are now cultivated by different drought region farmers. We have some ready varieties like Anupama, Sampurna -506, 501,502,503,504,505 1019 and some varieties are in pipe lines .

Bio-diversity conservation:

We conserve biodiversity paddy varieties, The objective of this study was to evaluate the yield potential of various paddy biodiversity varieties in Bankura. 60 different varieties were evaluated in terms of plant height, number of tillers, and yield per plot. The data were analyzed to determine which varieties had the highest yield potential in the given region.

The results of this study indicate that there is significant variation in the yield potential of different paddy biodiversity varieties in Bankura.

Aromatic Paddy: We have 30 aromatic paddy varieties under observation. Aromatic paddy is also known for its nutritional value. It is a good source of carbohydrates, protein, and fibre, and it contains essential vitamins and minerals such as thiamine, niacin, and iron. Additionally, aromatic paddy is naturally gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for individuals with gluten sensitivities.

In recent years, the demand for aromatic paddy has increased significantly, particularly in Western countries. This has led to an increase in the production of rice in Southeast Asia and other regions. However, the increased demand has also led to concerns about the sustainability of the production of aromatic paddy, as some farmers use harmful pesticides and fertilizers to increase their yields.

Overall, aromatic paddy is a delicious and nutritious variety of rice that is enjoyed by millions of people around the world. While its popularity has led to some sustainability concerns, efforts are being made to ensure that the rice is produced in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner.

Drought tolerance: We are also maintaining drought tolerances paddy varieties, drought-tolerant paddy varieties are a type of rice that is specifically bred to withstand periods of drought. These varieties are becoming increasingly important in regions of the world that experience water scarcity and are prone to droughts.

One of the primary benefits of drought-tolerant paddy varieties is that they require less water than traditional rice varieties. This is because they have evolved to survive in environments with limited water resources. They are designed to have deeper and more extensive root systems, which allows them to access water that is deeper in the soil. They are also able to better regulate their water usage, allowing them to survive extended periods of drought without significant yield loss.

Another benefit of drought-tolerant paddy varieties is that they are often more resistant to pests and diseases. This is because the stress of drought can weaken traditional rice varieties, making them more susceptible to pests and diseases. Drought-tolerant varieties, on the other hand, have evolved to withstand these stresses and are therefore more resilient to pests and diseases.

Several types of drought-tolerant paddy varieties are being developed and used around the world. Some of these varieties are traditional landraces that have evolved to survive in specific environments. Others are modern varieties that have been specifically bred to withstand drought.

Overall, drought-tolerant paddy varieties are becoming increasingly important in regions of the world that are prone to drought and water scarcity. They offer a more sustainable and resilient option for rice cultivation and have the potential to improve food security in these regions.

Maintain Released Variety : We maintain 62 existing paddy varieties.

Existing varieties
SL. No.	Variety Name
1	JAYA	15	GS-1
2	IR-64	16	IR-50
3	IR-36	17	NIRANJAN
4	NETIA	18	ANNADA
5	SONAMUKHI	19	BB-11(R)
6	DHIREN	20	SANTOSHI
7	BANSHKATI	21	WGL-20471
8	MTU-1010	22	CR-203
9	CIHERANG SUB-1	23	PUSA-1509
10	ZIRA KATI	24	MALLIKA
11	NDR-97	25	DAYA
12	CO-51	26	GANGA KAVERI
13	IET-4786	27	NAYANMONI
14	GS-1	28	IMPROVED
29	GS-2	40	MTU-1156
30	GS-3	41	SUPER SANKAR
31	GS-4	42	KHANDAGIRI
32	IET-4094	43	Lalat
33	AJIT
34	SAHABHOGHI
35	PRATIKSHA
36	MTU-7029
37	MTU-1153
38	LALAT
39	BAHADUR SUB-1

Variety selection by farmers under the guidance of plant breeder Ex professor Dr Pranab Chattopadhyay:

Ex-professor Dr Pranab Chattopadhyay is a highly respected rice breeder and researcher who has made significant contributions to the field of plant breeding and genetics. His work has helped to improve the yield and quality of rice crops and has had a significant impact on the lives of farmers and consumers around the world.

Farmers and interested people are being instructed by our scientist

MUSTARD & YELLOW SARSA

In the research and development sector, we collected some pods of each different germplasm varieties of mustard and yellow sarsa from different regions of India. Latterly we cultivate those germplasm varieties several times and prepare pure line variety of each germplasm. With some pure line varieties like KRANTI, YSB-401, SHIVANI, B-9, PT-303, VARUNA, SAMPRITE, and PUSA BOLD, we used to cross last season and got F1. So, we are way too close to getting some new varieties with these crosses we have done in the next few years.

Mustard and Yellow Sarsa
SL. No.	Variety Name
1	YSB-40
2	PT-303
3	PUSA BOLD
4	KRANTI
5	B-9
6	VARUNA
7	SAMPURNA GOLD
8	SAMPRITI

Emasculated flower

pollinating

Yellow sarsa crossing field

Mustard crossing field

Sales Area: We sell our seeds across different states of India. Our target is to first fulfill the requirement of our state West Bengal. If we still have some stock left then we export the excess stock in other states. The company has a strong distribution network that ensures that the seeds reach the farmers on time. It also has tie-ups with various government agencies and non-governmental organizations to provide seeds to farmers at subsidized rates.

In conclusion, we are India’s leading seed production company that has made significant contributions to the agriculture sector. Its commitment to quality, research, development, and customer satisfaction has helped it to establish a strong presence in the market.

Conclusion:

We believe that the use of molecular markers will greatly accelerate rice breeding and facilitate the development of new rice varieties that can meet the needs of farmers and consumers. We are excited about the prospects of our research and look forward to contributing to the advancement of rice science and technology.

Social aspect & resource management:

Our company is a leading producer of paddy seeds, with an average production capacity of 4000 tons. We gained the pride for our commitment to providing farmers with high-quality seeds that are vital for achieving optimum crop yields.

Our land-use area spans thousands of acres, and we utilize modern agricultural techniques to maximize productivity while also promoting sustainability and responsible land use. We conduct regular soil analysis, crop rotation, and precision farming to ensure that our seeds are of the highest quality.

At our company, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset. We strive to provide a safe and fulfilling work environment and offer comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional development. We believe in promoting from within and offering our employees opportunities for growth and advancement.

We offer a diverse range of employment opportunities, including agricultural experts, seed production specialists, skilled labourers, and administrative staff. We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and diversity, and we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees.

In terms of employment numbers, our company provides job opportunities for a significant number of people. In addition to our core team of employees, we also employ seasonal workers during peak production periods.

We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and responsible land use. We work closely with local communities and government agencies to promote sustainable farming practices, protect the environment, and support local economies.

Overall, our company is committed to producing high-quality paddy seeds, providing employment opportunities for a diverse range of workers, and promoting sustainability and responsible land use.

Parasmoni Horticulture Overview

Parasmoni Organic & Agri-product Pvt. Ltd. was started in 2005-06 to support farmers in India in increasing area under horticulture, production, productivity, quality of produce, and market access for horticulture commodities. We have been involved in this sector for almost 20 years, and our work has made significant progress in achieving its objectives.

Our research team of subject matter experts conducted evaluation studies in several states and UTs. A field survey was done among West Bengal farmers to obtain first-hand knowledge. Apart from this, information was gathered through key informant interviews with state or district government officers such as DDH, ADH, and B.C.K.V. professors. The study team additionally analysed secondary data or information from the MIDH, State Horticulture website and the NHB data base. The outcome is a report that is full of analytical insights and detailed information. It will provide useful feedback to all program participants at various levels and set the basis for continued deepening and strengthening of our socioeconomic horticulture development program.

Our vision has been established to combine the horticultural value chain, and all of the components are properly interlinking to achieve overall development in the horticulture sector across India. So far, our work has been instrumental in achieving holistic growth in the horticulture sector through backward and forward value chain linkages. It has led to the growth of new areas, increased output and productivity, and the development of post-harvest infrastructure that has improved quality and reduced post-harvest losses. It has been successful in increasing income significantly, especially for small and marginal farmers and other recipients in general. Our work has also been able to empower women and organize them into self-help groups, and assistance has been availed for infrastructure, farm inputs, and technological and extension supports to make women self-reliant.

Horticulture must continue to be a priority in order to ensure food and nutritional security, especially observed the rising demand for fruits and vegetables in India and the country’s potential for export. As a result, the engagement of creative entrepreneurs is required to highlight the value of horticultural crops.

Executive summary of horticulture sector

We believe that the horticulture industry, as opposed to conventional field or agricultural crops, has a significantly larger potential for generating money, creating jobs, and adding value. The research advocated for a “Theory of Change” approach in which outputs, outcomes, and effects were analysed in relation to the scheme’s inputs and activities. The consultant utilized “mixed methods” to evaluate our work, which included both qualitative and quantitative analysis from secondary and primary sources.

Working Details

We began our work in 2007–2008. During this time, we trailed various mango, citrus, pomegranate, Arabian dates, guava, papaya, jackfruit, and apple varieties. Only mango, citrus, papaya, and pomegranate performed well in the red and lateritic zones of Bankura district in West Bengal. In terms of vegetables, okra, cucurbits, Solanaceae crops, and onions have more potential than other vegetable crops in the Kharif season. We have nearly five years of experience in the manufacture of vegetable seeds.

Achievement in horticultural sector

Horticulture crops : Mango:

Our mango trail was undertaken in the dry tropical red lateritic zone of eastern India’s West Bengal during 2007–2008 with about 41 mango cultivars. The cultivars were assessed for their yield, physicochemical composition, and numerous morphological traits. A maximum tree volume, fruit output (22.36 kg/tree), and fruit weight (282.33 g/fruit) were found in Mallika, according to our research work. In contrast, Amrapali had the highest TSS (22.24^oB), TSS/acid ratio, and ascorbic acid concentration in the fruits. Amrapali was determined to have the lowest acidity concentration. Amrapali and Mallika are exceptional fruit types that hold promise for the orchard in the red lateritic zone of the Bankura area in terms of morphological characteristics, yield, and physicochemical quality of fruits. Crop production on red and lateritic soils is low owing to inadequate land management and cannot support arable crops. Once more, monocropping does not produce enough cash to support a family or provide opportunities for useful work. Mango-based intercropping might be explored as an alternate land use method for these locations. The crops, which included corn, lady’s finger, bottle gourd, black gram, and pigeon pea, were grown during the kharif season and mustard during the rabi season. The highest gross revenue was achieved during the fifth year when lady’s finger (kharif) was intercropped (Rs. 2.324 lakh ha-1 year-1) and was closely followed by bottle gourd (Rs. 1.926 lakh ha-1 year-1). Profitability is raised, and soil health is improved (increase soil OC, pH, and accessible N, P, and K). Studies on soil fertility showed that intercropping with mangos boosted the improvement of soil health and that intercropping with pigeon pea and black gram produced the most important.

Distribution of major mango varieties in our farm

Citrus:

Citrus cultivation in Bankura’s red lateritic zone is plagued with various problems due to limiting growing conditions, limited water resources, and a high incidence of pests and diseases, necessitating great care from planting to bearing in order to sustain a productive life of at least 15–20 years. We are increasing interest and awareness among citrus producers in this regard to encourage the adoption of cutting-edge technology for the production of citrus in commercial settings. The Central Citrus Research Institute (CCRI) provided us with our planting materials and citrus-producing knowledge. We’ve been working on several citrus types for approximately 12 years. Now we’re focusing on commercial malta and seedless lemon in the production process. Additionally, the members of our research team strive to stop citrus gummosis, granulation, and decline.

Distribution of major citrus Varieties in our farm

Guava:

Our research began in 2012 with about 21 guava cultivars, including Allahabad Safed, Lucknow-49, Harijha, Apple Colour, Red Fleshed, Chittidar, Baruipur, Banarasi, Khaja, and others, under dry desert conditions on laterite soil. According to the results of twelve years of research, the Thai-7 cultivar provided a greater average yield (65.7kg plant-1 year-1) than Kg guava Safeda (61.6kg plant-1 year-1). Fruit weight was greatest in kg of guava, followed by Thai-7 and Thai-5. The best fruit quality in terms of the TSS/acid ratio was found in Thai-7, followed by KG guava. Given their overall performance, Thai-7 guava cultivars are suggested for planting in West Bengal’s red and laterite zones.

Distribution of major guava Varieties in our farm

Dragon-fruit:

We are developing many dragon-fruit cultivars using HDP planting. Because of limited area and conventional dragon-fruit agricultural practices, yield and productivity are poor, particularly in underdeveloped nations. The purpose of our research work is to draw attention to the relevant sectors by outlining the advantages of high-density planting technology over traditional systems of growing dragon-fruit. The majority of work has been put towards pillar-based farming. HDP technology in dragon fruit is gaining popularity due to early production and net returns, increased land values and higher land taxes, effective use of nutrients and water due to greater root densities, efficient pesticidal treatment, and better weed management. Through value-added strategies and the use of by-products, our research aims to fully utilize this fruit. Now we are working on suitable commercial dragon fruit cultivar for red lateritic zone.

Distribution of major dragon-fruit Varieties in our farm

Apple:

In the year 2020, we planted ‘Anna’ and Golden Dorsett apple varieties, which are low chilling cultivars (250 to 300 chilling hours at <7.2℃). Both apples have important health benefits and remarkable adaptability in tropical and red-laterite areas. Our research discovered that Anna Apple outperformed Golden Dorsett. We also noticed phenological and eco-physiological changes, as well as the current status of horticulture management, when continuous crops are handled in Bankura’s Red Lateritic Zone. The Bankura district’s apple crop has exceptional potential. It is critical to take various horticultural measures in plantations during the reproductive phenology so that the apple tree does not enter endodormancy. These include water stress, defoliation, tying down branches, and the use of dormancy-breaking agents (compounds that cause flowers to bloom). Harvest occurs between 95 and 115 days flowering to anthesis, with a Total soluble solids concentration of 8.64°Brix. According to our records, the ‘Anna’ apple tree is producing well in the Bankura district and has a lot of promise in terms of growth and development, earliness, and quality.

Distribution of major apple Varieties in our farm

Papaya: We’ve been working on various papaya cultivars over the past five years. Red Lady performed exceptionally well in the Bankura district’s red lateritic zone. The papaya cv. Red Lady seedlings were transplanted in an open field with a 5 m spacing during the second week of August in 2021. The research team observed that the fruit had an average length of 29.68 cm, a width of 13.82 cm, and a weight of 2.5 kg. Maximum TSS (12°Brix) and organoleptic rating (9.00) were also noted among biochemical characteristics, as was the highest juice percentage (86.25%). Plants produced more (42.5 kg/plant), indicating an increase in yield.

Distribution of major papaya Varieties in our farm

Pomegranate: We have consistently worked for nearly five years in order to create more high-quality pomegranates. We got planting materials from NRC Pomegranate Solapur in Maharashtra. We are seeing a rise in enthusiasm and knowledge among pomegranate producers regarding the implementation of modern technologies for pomegranate commercial farming. We have a technical expert who successfully completed a training program through NRC Pomegranate. The pomegranate was able to adapt to the red lateritic soil of Bankura thanks to the persistent efforts of our researchers. We began our investigation with a few variety trials. We noticed that the ‘Bhagawa’ type of pomegranate is a heavy producer and has good fruit characteristics after two years. This cultivar takes 180–190 days to reach maturity, with a typical fruit output per tree of 32.38 kg.

Distribution of major pomegranate Varieties in our farm

Arabian-date palm: In our red lateritic zone of Bankura in the year 2021, we introduced Arabian-date palm. We planted 600 tissue-cultured Arabian dates around the Bankura area to assess crop performance. We planted male and female plants in a 1:10 ratio. Our farm includes nearly fifty date palms. This date palm is a dwarf and high-yielding crop with a high export value in other nations. It produces fruit for about 3 to 4 years. If we are successful in this project, it will result in a revolution in the horticultural business

Impact of our horticultural works: Our efforts have assisted people in growing profitable horticultural crops. When compared to other crops grown by the beneficiary, the area under cultivation of horticultural crops has increased significantly.

The area of fruits, vegetables, and flowers has increased (5.42%), 2.51%, and 1.56%, respectively. However, there was a slight decline in plantation crops (0.15%), spices (0.26%), and aromatic plants (0.02%).

Among the group surveyed, productivity in vegetables, fruits, and flowering crops has increased.
Effect on Income: Before using our firm, the average household’s net income came from all sources and was Rs. 1 lakh. After the formation of our company, however, the household’s net income rose to Rs. 2 lakhs, or nearly 50%, which has a major impact on income. It was shown that the closest village had the greatest influence on the per capita income increase by 75%, followed by Jhoria (67%) and Sibrampur (58%).
Employment Creation: Our investments in the horticulture industry have also led to a rise in employment. Our farm has grown both the yearly wage percentage and the number of man days employed by 35% and 29%, respectively.
Raising Awareness: Every year, we organize a number of programs to raise awareness among farmers, students, and local beneficiaries. Of the replies we got, 56% were in favour of these programs. This is followed by KVKs (5.5%), newspapers (6.8%), social media training programs (6.7%), and friends or other nearby farmers or relatives (40.5%).
We also urge the inclusion of more farmers in the program, which calls for the implementation of an awareness-building campaign and the delivery of trainings under the supervision of professionals.
The contribution of our horticultural industry has been crucial for recipients’ submission of various program applications.
The following are a few apparent socioeconomic changes: The availability of food for the family, including fruits, vegetables, and other horticultural crops, has increased per capita. Spending on children’s education has increased, and 87% of beneficiaries supported this; 86% of respondents supported that their access to drinking water and sanitation facilities has increased; approximately 86% of beneficiaries responded that their access to better health care facilities has increased; and approximately 74% of respondents agreed that their access to transportation has increased.

The physical achievements and goals of each component have also been examined for their qualitative and quantitative effects on the recipients. The impact of factors like area expansion, including mushroom farming, rejuvenation, protected cultivation, nurseries, IPM-INM, integrated post-harvest management, and HRD, was highly visible, in contrast to the impacts of factors like water resources, horticulture farm equipment, etc. The elements have helped to boost the revenue as well as the productivity and output of horticulture crops, whether directly or indirectly. In addition, the influence of factors like market infrastructure was rather less than expected

Awareness and training program

Major focus of our Horticultural works

Whether increase in production enhanced the net income of growers?
Whether the consumers are able to afford price?
How safe and hygienic are the fruits &vegetables produced?
How much produce is being processed for value addition?
How much is the post-harvest loss?
Is our country able to harness the world market in the area of strengths?

However, our working motivation is to ensure food and nutritional security, according to the project dynamics and recent developments. Our efforts have gained acceptance for increasing income through higher productivity, creating jobs, and promoting exports. As a result, traditional horticulture is turning more toward business endeavours.

The objectives of our works are as follows:

Encourage the sector’s overall growth through locally based, regionally distinct strategies that include post-harvest management, research, technology promotion, extension, processing, and marketing.
Encourage the formation of farmer groups among farmers to achieve economies of scale and accessibility.
Increase horticultural output, boost farmer income, and increase food security.
Provide quality germplasm, planting material to the farmers.
Support skill development and create employment generation opportunities for rural youth in horticulture and post-harvest management, especially in the cold chain sector.

Strategies to achieve the above objectives:

Adopt a comprehensive, all-encompassing strategy that addresses pre-production, production, post-harvest management, processing, and marketing to provide fair returns to farmers and producers.

Encourage the development of R&D technologies for cultivation, production, post-harvest management, and processing, with a particular emphasis on cold chain infrastructure for increasing the shelf life of perishable horticulture products.
Improve productivity by way of quality through:

Diversification, including the conversion of conventional crops into plantations, orchards, vineyards, flowers, vegetable gardens, and plantations.
Giving farmers access to the right technologies for high-tech horticulture, including protected cultivation and precision farming. Expanding the acreage of orchards and plantation crops, particularly in states where horticulture accounts for less than 50% of total agricultural land.

Improve post-harvest management, processing for value addition and marketing infrastructure.
Adopt a coordinated approach and promote partnership, convergence and synergy among R&D, processing and marketing agencies in public as well as private sectors, at the national, regional, state and sub-state levels.
Promote local farmers and their tie up with Market Aggregators (MAs) and Financial Institutions (FIs) to support the farmers in getting profitable returns.

Our horticulture sector has been grouped into 8 broad categories namely:

Area expansion: The development of new gardens for horticultural crops including fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, flowers, plantation crops, forest plants, fragrant plants, and spices is included in the process of expanding the area.

Name of the Crop

Planting Year

Quantity

Area

Olive

2019

1200

1. Darakeshaw, Pbkhali, Jaipur, Bankura

Arabian date palm

2021-2022

600

1. Pandit Raghunath Murmu Abasik School, Susunia, Bankura

2. Ekalavya Model Residential School, Bankura

3. Pandit Raghunath Murmur Abasik School, Raipur, Bankura

Area expantion of olive plant

Year of 2023

Implimentation of Arabin date paloject at Raipur, Bankura

Rejuvenation: The replacement of aged and senile plantations, pruning, canopy management, nutrient management, and inter-cultivation, especially orchards and plantation crops, are interventions that fall under rejuvenation

Protected Cultivation: This type of farming comprises poly tunnels, greenhouses, net houses, and other structures made of plastic

Nursery: Parasmoni’s Nursery and Landscaping is located in the Damodarpur region of Bankura, and has everything you need to make your home and garden beautiful. Our nursery name is Parasmoni Hi tech Nursery. We have a fruit nursery covering 7 acres. In the year 2014, we opened our nursery. On behalf of the government, we provide close to 2 lakh mango seedlings every year. We offer a wide range of fruits in our fruit nursery, including over 40 different mango Varieties. Among them, the Katimon mango, Miazaki mango and Baramsi mango are the most important. We also have a sizable supply of fruit such as apples, bananas, papayas, pomegranates, guavas, pink jackfruit, coconuts, date palms, and dragonfruit. We just applied to become an NHB-accredited fruit nursery. Every year, we graft 3 lakh mango plants from our own Amrapali scion. Now, we created the ornamental sector two years ago in order to increase the demand for decorative plants. We offer a wide variety of ornamental plants in store. The most significant of them are hibiscus, roses, orchids, lotus, and different foliage plants. Our nursery is the largest and most reliable one in the Bankura area. Our germplasm block contains the most significant 64 rose types, 35 hibiscus variations, and 40 mango varieties. Previous year, we generated almost 2cr in revenue for our company from nursery businesses

Foliage plant

Different varieties of Hibiscus

Different varieties of Rose

Promotion of IPM and INM: Bio – control labs, bio – control agents, use of liquid Bio – fertilizer of NPK, Phosphate soluble Bacteria, Potash Mobilizing Bacteria etc

Promotion of IPM and INM

Integrated Post-Harvest Management: To reduce post-harvest losses and improve efficiency in harvesting, handling, grading, and processing, assistance has been provided for the establishment of pre-cooling units, ‘on-farm’ pack houses, mobile pre-cooling units, staging cold rooms, cold storage units with and without controlled atmosphere capability, an integrated cold chain system, the supply of refrigerated vans, refrigerated containers, primary/mobile processing units.

Post-Harvest Management

7. Development of Market Infrastructure: Development of Terminal Markets, Wholesale Markets, Rural Markets, Retail Markets, Static or Mobile Vending Carts, Platforms with Cool Chambers, etc. It also comprises the operational infrastructure (labs for quality control and analysis, collecting, sorting, grading, and packing units).

Our marketing infrastructure

Other Components: Other components include training of farmers, certification, GAP, innovative, Centre of excellence for horticulture, seminar/workshops.

Current Research Topics:

Determination of bio-efficacy of Parasmoni Organic product on horticultural crops
Nutrient management of tropical and sub-tropical fruit crops under red lateritic zone of Bankura
Influence of pre-harvest bagging on fruit quality of different fruit crops
Combined approach of intercropping and INM to improve availability of soil and leaf nutrients in fruit trees under red lateritic zone of Bankura.
Studies on the response of bio-fertilizer on growth and productivity of fruits and vegetables
Biopesticides and their role in sustainable horticultural production
Increasing food availability by reducing postharvest losses of fresh horticulture produce
Effect of bio-stimulant, multivitamin, macro and micro elements on growth, leaf chemical composition, yield and fruit quality of horticultural crops, grown in red lateritic soil.

Next tenure plan for our company:

Building a tissue culture lab in the Bankura district
Establishment of an Agri-industrial hub
Providing farmers with consulting services
Promoting solar and drone technology in the Agri-horticulture sector
Encourage solar pumps to reduce shortages of water in lateritic and red zones.
Create a germplasm repository for tropical fruit in the Bankura district.
The expansion of commercial horticultural commodities
Make multifunctional cold storage and processing industries so that fruits and vegetables are always available.
Introduce a new horticultural crop that will double farmers’ income.
In the Kolkata Biotech Park, we have a high-tech lab where we will work on genetic engineering to improve the production of fruits.

Cultivation of oyster mushroom under dense mango yard –

One of most valuable, edible and commercially grown mushroom in all over world is oyster mushroom. Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus sajor-caju, Pleurotus cystidiosus, Pleurotus cornucopiae, Pleurotus pulmonarius, Pleurotus tuber-regium, Pleurotus citrinopileatus, and Pleurotus flabellatus are among the species that make up this group. but here we only focused on Pleurotus ostreatus mushroom due to high demanding in market, easy spawn availability and it can resist heat up to 30℃.

Mushroom is good for diabetic patients, rich in nutrients full of antioxidants. It has other medicinal values like reduce high blood pressure, cholesterol, decrease triglycerides, blood sugar as well as insulin level in our body. It has a good immune supportive benefit also

Vision of this project –

We are committed to without using chemicals providing our trusted customers organically produced, fresh and highest quality mushroom.
We are focused on the health benefit ratio of our consumes.
We are promoting a healthy and sustainable community through mushrooms
We are working on to fill up the huge market demand of oyster mushroom.

Generating employ-mentation to support our society

Management practices-

Higher temperature in the cropping inhibits the growth and kill mycelium.
Try to prevent contamination as much as possible
Required humidity is 75%-85% during fruiting. Water should be sprayed in the cropping room. During hot and dry weather condition daily 2-3 times spray are recommended while in hot and humid condition one spray is enough.
If any infection spotted immediately destroy that, in case if cylinder is infected destroy that in a distance where the fruiting room is.
During mycelial colonization pH should be between 6-7.

Post harvest management –

Marketing – after harvesting pack it in a pp air tight bag. Keep it in a crushed ice box or in a tray and it is ready for marketing.
Storage- at 0-5℃ freshly harvested mushroom can be stored for 1-2 week. For long term dry it with 2-3% moisture and can be stored for 2-3 month

After harvesting the waste material we use as a bio fertilizer due to high NPK source

Organic manure: Vermicompost, a soil health maintainer

We produce low cost Vermicompost under our mango orchards. It has a high successful rate which can benefit the farmer in low cost production

ARGRI INPUT PRODUCTION & MANUFACTURING

We have the following products for sales & marking all over India:

SEED :: Our company is a leading producer of paddy seeds,Mustard , Maize, Hybrid Rice, Groundnuts, Kalai , Potato and vegetable seeds production. Paddy seeds with an average production capacity of 4000 tons. We gained the pride for our commitment to providing farmers with high-quality seeds that are vital for achieving optimum crop yields.

Overall, our company is committed to producing high-quality paddy seeds, providing employment opportunities for a diverse range of workers, and promoting sustainability and responsible land use

ORGANIC MANURE & ORGANIC FETILIZER : We are manufacturing different kind of organic Manure : Organic Fertilizer , Cake Based organic Manure , Bio Based Organic Manure , Neem Cake , Varmi Composed , City Composed

CATLE & FISH FEED
We are manufacturing different kind of cattle & fish feed both in cake and palate form

BIO FERTILIZER & BIO PESTICIDE :

Parasmoni Organic & Agri Products Pvt Ltd is a professionally managed company, led by industry experts, qualified and experienced professionals, driven and dedicated to creating a progressive scenario in the field of agri biotechnology.Parasmoni is involved in manufacturing and marketing of Biopesticides, Biofertilizers, Biofungicides, Bionematicides, Botanicals, Biological nutrients, Plant growth regulators, and Lures since the early 2017’s.

At Parasmoni, we have state of the art laboratory for research and development, where we aim for optimization of processes, development of new and novel microbial using latest technology and equipments. Our research teams are dedicated to quality and innovation.

Parasmoni is equipped with Good certified Class lab facilities which maintains sterile atmosphere for product development and testing, all modern equipment to facilitate and support the development of quality products.

With our vision and dedication for innovation and continuous improvisation, our products have been certified by IMO and we have been granted ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015.

Parasmoni products are registered with the Insecticide Board and FCO .

CHEMICAL PESTICIDE :

Pararasmoni Organic & Agri Products Pvt Ltd “ Parasmoni Chemicals” Incorporated in 80’s as a manufacturer of agrochemicals for over two decades and is primarily focused on manufacture and supply of Agrichemicals. The extensive products lines comprising seed treatment chemicals, Herbicides, Insecticides, Fungicides, Pest control products which includes wood protection, Household & public health products etc.

The ISO 9001: 2015 & ISO 14001:2015 Certifications earned by the company has identified

standards of the company

Our plants are operated as per the higher environmental standards and are able to meet the stringent productions criteria set by government and leading multinational companies.

Parasmoni Chemicals is focused to provide quality products at competitive prices and with optimum customer satisfaction.

Our R & D team is always focused to deliver environmental friendly cost effective formulation.

Parasmoni products are registered with the Insecticide Board & Pesticide Manufacturing License WB Govt.

MICRONUTRIENT : We have also got the licence to Manufacturing different micro nutrients products like Micronutrient mixture Foliar Application . Grade- I,Grade-II , Grade III, Grade- IV , Grade-V and Soil Application Grade-I, Grade-II and Straght Micro Nutrients Croper Sulphate Penta hydrate, Borax, Ammonium Molybdate , chilated Ironas, Di-sodium Octa Borate Tetra Hydrate , Boric Acid , Ferrous Sulphate Hepta hydrate.

NURSURY PLANTS : Parasmoni’s Nursery and Landscaping is located in the Damodarpur region of Bankura, and has everything you need to make your home and garden beautiful. Our nursery name is Parasmoni Hi tech Nursery & Landscape . We have a fruit nursery covering 7 acres. In the year 2014, we opened our nursery. Different fruts sapling produce like Mango, lemon, Guava, Citrus, pomegranate, Jackfruits etc. On behalf of the government, we provide close to 2 lakh mango seedlings every year. We offer a wide range of fruits in our fruit nursery, including over 40 different mango Varieties. Among them, the Katimon mango, Miazaki mango and Baramsi mango are the most important. We also have a sizable supply of fruit such as apples, bananas, papayas, pomegranates, guavas, pink jackfruit, coconuts, date palms, and dragonfruit. We just applied to become an NHB-accredited fruit nursery. Every year, we graft 3 lakh mango plants, from our own Amrapali scion. Now, we created the ornamental sector two years ago in order to increase the demand for decorative plants. We offer a wide variety of ornamental plants in store. The most significant of them are hibiscus, roses, orchids, lotus, and different foliage plants. Our nursery is the largest and most reliable one in the Bankura area. Our germplasm block contains the most significant 64 rose types, 35 hibiscus variations, and 40 mango varieties. Previous year, we generated almost 2cr in revenue for our company from nursery businesses.

Our Infrastructure units :

How the entrepreneurship helps Agricultural Development of the State/Country

RELEASING NEW HYV VARIETY: Developed more than 23 new HYV verities of paddy seeds, out of 10 varieties have got popularized among farmers.
MANGO PRODUCTION, MARKETING AND EXPORTING : Farmers of Bankura are got the guidance from Parasmoni for production, marketing and exporting Fruits like mango, dragon fruits
SEED HUB: We have proposed SEED HUB to our honorable Chief Minister and got approved. It is under process.
INFRASTUCTURE FACILITY : Established Paddy, Pulses and Vegetable seed production & processing infrastructure facility.
COST EFFCTIVE :Ensured processing of quality seed at affordable cost to the farmers.
SKILL & ENTERPRENEURSHIP: Promoted capacity-building and Human Resource Development at all levels.
MARKETING: Produced quality seed suitable for both domestic and global markets.
FUTURE PLANNING: To be a profitable farming business, envisioning a positive gross income by the next two years.
LATEST AGRO TECHNOLOGY: Used technology to be the pioneer in innovative agricultural products.
EMPLYMENT GENERATION :To create employment for the community and support community projects once the Profit is evident.
MAN DAYS CREATE :Generated about 70 lakhs direct and indirect man days in rural economy for seed production.
CARBON CREDIT & ENVIRNMENTALS SAFTY: Integrate operational and management processes and reducing CARBON CREDIT so as to promote environmental Care and sustainability.
AGRI MACHANICAL HUB: We have established Agri mechanical hub through CSC scheme so that farmers can be helped.
PARASMONI AGRO INDUSTRIAL PARK: We have established 200 acre Private Agro Industrial Park for the structural transformation of the economy through the commercialization of the agriculture sector.
WASTELAND DEVELOPMENT : making wasteland fertilized for agriculture and horticulture sector in low rain dencity area like red laterite zone Bankura District.

Award/ significant achievement

Awards:

“Krishak Samman ” award 2015 from Govt of WB
Entrepreneurship Development Programme Certificate form MSME , PMEGP 2014
First prize winner Mango Mahatsav 2015 from Dept. Of Food Processing Industries & Horticulture
First prize winner( Amrapali) Bengal Mango Fest 2017 from Dept. of Food Processing Industries & Horticulture
First prize winner( Mallika) Bengal Mango Fest 2017 from Dept. of Food Processing Industries & Horticulture
First prize winner( Amrapali) Bengal Mango Fest 2022 from Dept. of Food Processing Industries & Horticulture
Certification of Appreciation at 4th International Rice Congress 2015 From International Rice Research Institute , Bangkok , Thailand
Certified that “ Quality seed Production “ 2016 from International Rice Research Institute and Banaras Hindu University , Varanasi
XXXIV group meeting of AICRP (Vegetable Crop) 2016 Organized by Division of Vegetable Science , Indian Agricultural Research Institute , New Delhi
Indian Achievers Award for Industrials Excellence by Indian Economic Development & Research Association
Token of Honour as a success farmer of Red Soil Zone, Dist-Bankura At 47th Foundation Day of Doordarshan Kendra Kolkata given by Hon’ble Governor of West Bengal.
Entrepreneur of the year 2022 Award given by FOSBECCI , South Bengal
Indian Seeds Congress 2023 has given honor as a Member for contributing in Indian Seed Industry

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