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    Basal Initiatives is a next-generation agritech catalyst empowering farmers through technology, market access, and sustainable rural innovations across India.

    About Us

    Basal Initiatives Pvt. Ltd. is a next-generation agritech enterprise committed to transforming Indian agriculture through innovation, collaboration, and grassroots engagement. We are proudly registered under Startup Odisha, and our business model has been validated by the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT). We have also signed an MoU with OUAT to further the cause of agricultural innovation and technological empowerment for farmers.

    Our core mission is to bridge the gap between smallholder farmers and cutting-edge agritech solutions, enabling sustainable productivity, market access, financial inclusion, and infrastructure development across rural India.

    Our Statement

    • To transform India’s agriculture by building a resilient, tech-enabled, farmer-first ecosystem—powered by AI, market connectivity, and inclusive infrastructure.
    • We envision an inclusive, tech-driven rural ecosystem where farmers are not just cultivators—but entrepreneurs, innovators, and contributors to India’s food and economic security.

    Our Reach

    We are currently active across 30 states and union territories, working with:

    • 7,283+ Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs)
    • Over 2.4 million farmers
    In Odisha alone, we have partnered with 103 FPOs through our direct outreach and programmatic interventions.

    Our Journey So Far

    2016 – 2020
    2020 – 2024
    2024 – 2030

    Business Model

    Our model is designed to be impact-driven, scalable, and revenue-sustainable, operating across the agri-value chain:

    FPO Mobilization & Capacity Building

    We identify, mobilize, and structure Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), equipping
    them with governance, compliance, and institutional frameworks.

    FPO Mobilization & Capacity Building

    We identify, mobilize, and structure Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), equipping
    them with governance, compliance, and institutional frameworks.

    Crop & Input Planning

    Using AI-based planning tools and agronomy experts, we help FPOs adopt crop diversification, optimize inputs, and boost yield and profitability.

    Crop & Input Planning

    Using AI-based planning tools and agronomy experts, we help FPOs adopt crop diversification, optimize inputs, and boost yield and profitability.

    Market Linkage & Trading

    We connect FPOs directly to institutional buyers, exporters, and retailers—eliminating
    middlemen and ensuring better price realization.

    Market Linkage & Trading

    We connect FPOs directly to institutional buyers, exporters, and retailers—eliminating
    middlemen and ensuring better price realization.

    Technology Integration

    From soil testing to predictive pest management and precision irrigation, we deploy agritech solutions tailored to each region.

    Technology Integration

    From soil testing to predictive pest management and precision irrigation, we deploy agritech solutions tailored to each region.

    Infrastructure Development

    We facilitate or develop warehouses, cold chains, and processing units, reducing postharvest loss and enabling bulk trading.

    Infrastructure Development

    We facilitate or develop warehouses, cold chains, and processing units, reducing postharvest loss and enabling bulk trading.

    Revenue Streams

    Service Fees from FPOs & Farmers, Trading Margin on Commodities, Consulting Fees from Government/CSR/Private Projects, Platform Subscription (for tech-enabled tools), Infrastructure-based Monetization (warehousing, storage, logistics)

    Revenue Streams

    Service Fees from FPOs & Farmers, Trading Margin on Commodities, Consulting Fees from Government/CSR/Private Projects, Platform Subscription (for tech-enabled tools), Infrastructure-based Monetization (warehousing, storage, logistics)

    Work Process

    Basal Initiatives streamlines end-to-end Agritech Srvices from farm planning to market linkages—enabling sustainable and profitable agri-business ventures.

    Identify & Mobilize FPOs

    Step - 1

    Baseline Assessment & Planning

    Step - 2

    Capacity Building & Compliance

    Step - 3

    Tech & AI Integration

    Step - 4

    Crop Production & Advisory

    Step - 5

    Market Linkage & Trading

    Step - 6

    Monitoring, Feedback, Scaling

    Step - 7

    Financial Linkage & Risk Management

    Step - 8

    Our Story – From Fields to Futures

    Basal Initiatives Pvt. Ltd. began with a simple question:
    What if every farmer had the tools, technology, and market access to thrive—not just survive?

    Since our inception, we have dedicated ourselves to answering that question across the vast and varied agricultural heartlands of India.

    A Movement, Not Just a Company

    What started as a mission to organize FPOs has grown into a national movement of tech-enabled, future-ready farmers.
    Today, Basal Initiatives is more than a service provider—we are an ecosystem builder, a trust partner, and a catalyst for rural transformation.

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    Empowering Future Farming with AI!

    This dream team will drive impact at the grassroots and policy level, ensuring every AI solution is real, tested, and inclusive.

    Leadership & Governance

    Founder/Director/CEO

    Founder/Director/CEO

    Strategic direction, partnerships, and innovation
    Advisory Board

    Advisory Board

    Experts from agriculture, technology, finance, and rural development

    Core Teams

    Agri-Tech & AI Unit

    Agri-Tech & AI Unit

    Agronomists, data scientists, and AI model developers
    Field Operations Team

    Field Operations Team

    State / District coordinators and grassroots mobilizers
    Market & Trade Team

    Market & Trade Team

    Buyer outreach, FPO negotiation, logistics
    Finance & Compliance

    Finance & Compliance

    Tally operators, auditors, grant managers
    Infrastructure & Supply Chain

    Infrastructure & Supply Chain

    Engineers and logistics specialists
    Training & Capacity Building

    Training & Capacity Building

    Trainers, translators, local facilitators

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    We welcome partnerships with government bodies, NGOs, CSR foundations, agritech
    startups, FPO networks, academic institutions, and logistics companies. Please reach out
    through our Contact Us page or email us at hello@backup.basalinitiatives.net to begin a
    conversation.

     

    We are currently open to strategic investors who align with our vision of tech-enabled rural transformation. Investors can engage through:

    • Equity or convertible note investments
    • Project-specific funding (e.g., infrastructure, AI deployment, trading hubs)

    Interested investors can email us at hello@backup.basalinitiatives.net or fill out our Investor Interest Form here.

    We have an active advisory board and continually onboard experts in agriculture,
    agritech, finance, AI/ML, marketing, and rural development. You can express interest via
    hello@backup.basalinitiatives.net with your profile and a note on how you’d like to contribute.

    We regularly recruit professionals in the following areas:

    • Agronomy & Agri Extension
    • Technology & AI Deployment
    • Finance & Accounting (Tally)
    • FPO Coordination
    • Marketing & Buyer Relations
    • Supply Chain & Infrastructure

    Visit ourCareers Page here or write to hello@backup.basalinitiatives.net with your resume.


    Our Franchise Marketplace Model allows entrepreneurs, FPOs, or rural startups to:


    • Own and operate branded agri-outlets

    • Sell products from networked FPOs and local producers

    • Provide agri-services like soil testing, advisory, and aggregation

    • Operate as regional fulfillment centers for agri-trade

    We provide branding, supply chain access, digital tools, and training.

    To express interest, email hello@backup.basalinitiatives.net or apply here.

    Initial setup cost varies by location and size:

    • Rural Tier-3 Outlet: ₹5–7 Lakhs
    • Urban Tier-2 Market Hub: ₹10–15 Lakhs
    • District-Level Aggregation Center: ₹15–25 Lakhs

    We assist franchisees with:

    • Location assessment
    • Branding & Training
    • Tech setup
    • Inventory supply

    Returns depend on operational efficiency, local demand, and management. Average
    break-even time is 18–24 months, with expected annual ROI between 18–25% in
    high-performing regions.

    • Outlet setup and branding
    • Staff training and SOPs
    • Market linkage and product supply
    • Tech platform for operations
    • Marketing and local activation support

    Basal Initiatives Pvt. Ltd. is an agritech innovation company dedicated to transforming Indian agriculture through technology and collaboration. We connect farmers with cutting-edge tools, market opportunities, financial access, and post-harvest infrastructure — creating a tech-enabled, inclusive, and resilient agri-ecosystem.

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