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Samman 2024 : Farmer Uttam Kumar is writing a new definition of agricultural startup in Bihar

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Uttam Kumar, a resident of Kisanpur Amkhoriya village in Bhagalpur district of Bihar, had a dream in 2019, which created a new direction for the farmers of Bihar. Born on 10 December 1997, Uttam Kumar founded an agricultural startup called “AU Biotech” with his thinking and hard work, which promotes organic farming and technological innovation. Uttam believes that “agriculture has a future and healthy food production is the basis of quality of life.”

Initiation and objective of agricultural startup

Through AU Biotech, Uttam Kumar aims to connect farmers with organic farming, sustainable farming and better agricultural techniques.

– The journey of the beginning

Uttam closely observed the problems of farmers during his internship at Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour in 2017. There he realized that people associated with farming are not able to take full advantage of their crops due to lack of correct information and resources. Inspired by this experience, he laid the foundation of “AU Biotech” in 2019.

– Main objectives

1. Promoting organic agriculture: Motivating farmers to adopt organic farming instead of chemical farming.

2. Sustainable agricultural solutions: Supply of organic fertilizers and products.

3. A platform for farmers: Providing consultancy and modern technical information to farmers.

4. Sustainable development: Using environmentally friendly techniques in agriculture.

Main products and services of AU Biotech

1. Organic fertilizers and organic products

AU Biotech manufactures organic fertilizers, pesticides and other products. These products not only increase the fertility of the soil but also improve the quality of crops.

2. Consultancy for farmers

Uttam Kumar advises farmers according to their crop and soil. The technical solutions used by him increase the productivity of crops.

3. Technological Innovations
AU Biotech provides farmers with modern technologies such as drip irrigation, solar pumps, and the latest equipment for organic farming.

4. Farmer Awareness Programs
Uttam and his team conduct farmer awareness programs, in which farmers are informed about the benefits of organic farming and sustainable agricultural techniques.

Achievements and Honors

Uttam Kumar has been honored with several awards for his achievements, such as:

1. Bihar Agricultural University, Sabour: “Best Agri Startup” Award.
2. Let’s Inspire Bihar: “Young Agri-Entrepreneur Award”.
3. Prabhat Khabar: “Best Innovator Award”.
4. KVK, Purnia, Darbhanga, and Begusarai: “Best Stall Award”.

These awards have recognized his hard work and his contribution to the agriculture sector.

Challenges and Solutions

Uttam Kumar’s journey was not easy. He faced many challenges:

1. Lack of awareness:

Farmers lacked information about organic farming.

– Solution: Organizing awareness programs and training camps.

2. Financial problems:

In the beginning, he faced difficulties due to lack of funds.

– Solution: Started small by using his resources properly and gradually made it bigger.

3. Marketing challenges:

Reaching the farmers’ products to the right market.

– Solution: Developing a strong marketing channel for farmers.

Future plans

Uttam Kumar dreams to take his company “AU Biotech” to national and international level.

1. More services for farmers:

– Accurate and timely technical support for crops.

– Providing farmers a strong market for their products.

2. Development of sustainable agriculture:

– Providing more employment opportunities in rural areas.

– Making farming easy and profitable with modern techniques.

3. Expanding internationally:

– Making their products available in international markets.

– Partnering with farmers from other countries.

Conclusion

Uttam Kumar’s story is an inspiration for those youth who see farming as a business. His hard work, new thinking and technological innovation have given him a new identity in the agriculture sector.

His message is:
“Agriculture is not just farming, but the basis of life. If we take it in the right direction, it will not only be profitable for us but will also be a sustainable solution for the coming generations.”

This effort of Uttam Kumar has set an example for the farmers not only of Bihar but the entire country. His dream is that every farmer should become self-reliant and adopt organic farming, so that every citizen of the country can get healthy and safe food.

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