Ahmedabad -based acretech company Prio Hydrobonics now moves fast towards the creation of business hydrophonic agricultural parks across the country. According to the company’s founder Praveen Patel, the ‘Unity Hydech Hydrobonic Park’, which spread over 100 acres near Talot in Gujarat, is a great example of this model, making hydrophonic agriculture a profitable and durable.
What is hydrophonic agriculture?
Hydrobonic is cultivated with the help of water and nutrients without soil. It saves water and does not require chemical pesticides. It is a modern technology -based agriculture in which high -quality crops are grown environmentally friendly.
Investment starts from 59 lakhs
Priyo’s park gives investors the opportunity to invest from Rs 59 lakh (half an acre). Investors can become the owner of this form units, which is fully managed by the company. These units include all amenities such as greenhouse, technical support, crop management and market connectivity. Investors receive income based on crop yields and market prices.
These crops are grown
- Laderus
- Bell paper
- Cucumber
- Cherry tomatoes
- Foreign herbs
It produces over 2,000 tonnes every year and can be cut 6 to 8 times a year, which is much higher than normal soil farming.
Protecting water storage and environment
Praveen Patel said that this kind of investors offers passive income and helps save the environment. Water consumption is very low and pesticides are not used in crops.
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Extension across the country by foco model
Brio is now planning to open hydrophonics parks across the country over the next 3 years. This task is done under the model of Fogo (operated by the company owned by the owner). This will provide a reliable platform for new agriculture and investors.
48 projects in 14 states have been completed
So far, Brio has completed more than 48 business projects in 14 states, which range from 1,000 square meters to 5 acres. These projects are customized according to the climate and requirements of each region.
- To protect from heat in Rajasthan and water cooling
- Advanced ventilation to control the moisture of Kerala
- Half -controlled polyhouse in Maharashtra
- Vertical agriculture for the cold environment in Himachal
Gross production and development
All Hydrobonic Farm Units of Priyo grow more than 15,000 tonnes of vegetables every year. These are as follows:
- 2,500 tons
- 4,500 tons of cherry tomatoes
- 8,000 tons
- The company’s growth is also fast-a 25-30% increase every year is recorded.
‘Happy Formin’ Kit to small farmers
Brio wants small farmers to connect with hydrophonic agriculture. For this purpose, the company’s ‘Happy Formin’ kit is available at Rs.2.65 lakh. Currently, this kit is for hotels, restaurants and homes, but soon it will be launched for small and medium farmers.
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