Agro-Entrepreneurship Triumph: Lakhan Yadav's Journey to a Rs 2 Crore Bamboo Farming Empire via Sustainable Cultivation and Direct Market Approach
Published on May 31, 2025
Lakhan Yadav, a former real estate and import-export entrepreneur, has made a remarkable transformation into farming and agripreneurship. His focus on sustainable bamboo cultivation and natural farming practices has not only generated a profitable agribusiness but also set an example for other farmers across India.
Based in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, Lakhan's journey began in 2014 when he transitioned from his corporate career to full-time farming. Recognising the challenges faced by farmers in earning decent profits, Lakhan embarked on an experiment, testing over 30 different crops and farming methods before finding success with bamboo.
In 2018, Lakhan began large-scale bamboo farming on 100 acres of land, a decision that would eventually generate consistent income for him. The long wait for harvest and soil depletion were challenges he faced, but he persevered, and his efforts paid off.
Lakhan's agro-enterprise, SS Amrutva, generates an impressive Rs 2 crore in annual turnover. This marketing channel aims to cut out the middlemen and deliver farmers' produce directly to consumers at a fair price, creating a clean 'farm to fork' model.
Lakhan's innovative approach to farming has earned him recognition from multiple agricultural institutions. In 2023, he was honoured with the Millionaire Farmer of India Award, recognising his role in building a successful farming business and uplifting a farming community.
Lakhan is also actively involved in forming Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) to provide structured guidance and collective strength to the Natural farming movement. His efforts have inspired other farmers, making him a regional pioneer in bamboo farming and encouraging others to explore it as a sustainable crop option.
The Global Farmer Business Network (GFBN), a platform where agricultural professionals connect, share knowledge, and scale their businesses, driving agricultural innovation and sustainable development, can be joined at https://millionairefarmer.in/gfbn/. Lakhan Yadav's story is a testament to the potential of sustainable agriculture and the transformative power of innovative farming practices.
Meanwhile, in a village in Bihar, Shah Nawaz Khan, a retired civil engineer, is spearheading positive change by embracing farming. Like Lakhan, Shah Nawaz is an agripreneur who has transitioned from another career to farming. Both men's stories reflect a growing trend among entrepreneurs who, facing limitations in traditional business sectors, pivot to agriculture with a focus on value-added crops like bamboo, which have excellent market potential and environmental benefits.
References:
[1] "Lakhan Yadav: From Real Estate to Millionaire Farmer," India Today, 15th March 2023,
[2] "Meet the Millionaire Farmer of India, Lakhan Yadav," The Hindu, 23rd April 2023,
[3] "Bamboo Farming: The Sustainable Crop Option for Indian Farmers," The Economic Times, 1st June 2023,
Lakhan Yadav's agribusiness, SS Amrutva, is based on his expertise in entrepreneurship and finance, as he generates an annual turnover of Rs 2 crore by adopting innovative farming practices, notably bamboo cultivation. To support other farmers and promote sustainable agriculture, he is also involved in forming Farmer Producer Organizations and companies.
Considering the success of Lakhan Yadav and Shah Nawaz Khan, former entrepreneurs transitioning to farming and focusing on value-added crops like bamboo highlight a growing trend among those seeking new opportunities in business, combining their financial acumen with agricultural innovation to create a profitable and sustainable future.
