Chhattisgarh Farmer Earns 7 Lakh from Tomato Farming with Government Aid

• Trivendra Sahu, a farmer from Chhattisgarh, switched from paddy to tomato cultivation on 1.5 acres, adopting mulching and drip irrigation.
• He received a grant of approximately 2.5 lakh rupees under the National Horticulture Mission for improved plants, fertilizers, and drip irrigation.
• Modern techniques like mulching and drip irrigation led to healthier crops, increased production, and better quality tomatoes.
• Sahu has already earned a net profit of about 7 lakh rupees from 10 lakh rupees in sales, with harvesting continuing until March.
• He sold his produce directly in local markets, bypassing middlemen and ensuring fair prices, inspiring other farmers.

Why It Matters: Trivendra Sahu's success in tomato farming with government support and modern methods offers a model for high profits.