{"id":4914,"date":"2023-02-08T12:59:23","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T07:29:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/?p=4914"},"modified":"2026-06-08T11:55:56","modified_gmt":"2026-06-08T06:25:56","slug":"how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Organic Farming in India | Harisharan Devgan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Required_Licenses_for_Organic_Farming\" >Required Licenses for Organic Farming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Welfare_Programmes_by_the_Indian_Government\" >Welfare Programmes by the Indian Government<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#How_to_Start_Organic_Farming_in_India\" >How to Start Organic Farming in India<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Create_a_business_plan_for_Organic_Farming\" >Create a business plan for Organic Farming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Acquire_an_Organic_Certification\" >Acquire an Organic Certification<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Site_selection_for_Organic_Farming\" >Site selection for Organic Farming<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Application_of_Fertilizers\" >Application of Fertilizers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Select_the_Appropriate_Crops_to_Grow\" >Select the Appropriate Crops to Grow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Start_your_Market_search\" >Start your Market search<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Look_Over_Your_Organic_Farm_and_Resources\" >Look Over Your Organic Farm and Resources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/how-to-start-organic-farming-in-india\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Introduction<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Organic products are in high demand in India and globally as well. The demand for natural products brings a great opportunity for How to Start Organic Farming in India. In this type of farming, crops are grown without chemical or synthetic compounds, fertilizers, pesticides, etc. Organic farming uses only natural manure that comes from animals and plant waste. Natural manures make the soil more fertile.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-4919\" src=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Man is reaping the seed into the soil in the midst of the green field\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/How-to-Start-Organic-Farming-in-India-2048x1152.webp 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Moreover, the process does not harm the environment and human health.\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Organic farming<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0relies on practices such as crop rotation, the use of animal wastes, and biofertilizers. Green manure and legumes. It also helps to maintain soil productivity and controls insects, weeds, and other pests. Improving\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/harisharandevgan.com\/blogs\/agriculture-technology-in-2024\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">technologies in agriculture<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0also helps organic farmers generate income through organic farming.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Required_Licenses_for_Organic_Farming\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Required Licenses for Organic Farming<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Some required licensing for operating Organic Farming in India are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GST registration<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">MSME registration<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">NPOP certification for organic farming<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">FSSAI registration, state, or central license<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Welfare_Programmes_by_the_Indian_Government\"><\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Welfare Programmes by the Indian Government<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Indian government has introduced various programs and policies to promote Organic Farming.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.myscheme.gov.in\/schemes\/pkvy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana<\/a> (PKVY)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/asfac.assam.gov.in\/portlets\/mission-organic-value-chain-development-for-north-east-region\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mission Organic Value Chain Development under for the North-eastern Region<\/a> (MOVCDNER)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.manage.gov.in\/publications\/eBooks\/organic%20farming.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme<\/a> (CISS) under the Soil Health Management Scheme<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nmeo.dac.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm<\/a> (NMOOP)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nfsm.gov.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Food Security Mission<\/a> (NFSM)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Start_Organic_Farming_in_India\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How to Start Organic Farming in India<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">These are some steps that should be taken before starting an organic farming business in India:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Create_a_business_plan_for_Organic_Farming\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Create a business plan for Organic Farming<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A business plan means accumulating initial knowledge about your organic farming operation. These include your goals and missions, your target market, your rivals, and your USP, as well as your management and financial plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Acquire_an_Organic_Certification\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Acquire an Organic Certification<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Owning land for farming is the key step for beginning organic farming. It is one of the most important legal steps taken before starting organic farming.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Site_selection_for_Organic_Farming\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Site selection for Organic Farming<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The success of any venture depends on and is influenced by its location. In India, the success of Endeavor&#8217;s organic farming mostly depends on the chosen farm location. Water is the main resource needed for organic farming. So, the location must be closer to the source of water.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application_of_Fertilizers\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Application of Fertilizers<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The knowledge of applying organic fertilizers is needed before starting organic farming because they have some negative effects on the environment and health<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">as well. So, it is recommended that they be used in the correct amount.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Select_the_Appropriate_Crops_to_Grow\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Select the Appropriate Crops to Grow<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It is necessary to choose the crops according to the favor of your location or area. Rather than choosing the crop that you like. You have to choose the crops according to the market research about the demand and needs of the consumers<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Start_your_Market_search\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Start your Market search<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Before starting\u00a0<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">organic farming<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, you must find your target consumers or buyers. Market research includes a firm understanding of your target market before considering organic farming.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Look_Over_Your_Organic_Farm_and_Resources\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Look Over Your Organic Farm and Resources<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You must check the type of soil and water. Good quality resource arrangement is a vital need of organic farming. For better growth and success, you must learn about the available farming sources.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Read More Blog- <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicheagriculture.com\/india-next-global-leader-in-organic-farming\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">India Become The Next Global Leader in Organic Farming<\/a><\/p>\n<h5><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Conclusion<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Organic farming is an important part of sustainable agriculture. It helps to protect the environment, improve human health, and boost the economy. However, some points must be considered before starting organic farming in India. The government has also encouraged organic farming in India as it benefits the environment and health. Licensing, regulations, and planning for every Endeavor are needed, just like Organic Farming.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Organic products are in high demand in India and globally as well. The demand for natural products brings a great opportunity for How to Start Organic Farming in India. 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