Combat Agrotech & Foods: Sustainable Agriculture
Year: 2018
Founders: Anil Bharat Pavar, Anita Ramchandra Kachare
Introduction
Combat Agrotech & Foods Pvt. Ltd. based in Pandharpur, Solapur Maharashtra, focuses on creating green and organic solutions to help Indian farmers. The company positioned at the crossroads of sustainable farming and biotech innovation, develops a variety of products. These include organic fertilizers, bio-pesticides, and crop protection items. Combat Agrotech works to reduce the environmental damage caused by agriculture. It provides farmers with tools to farm better and restore the soil while improving harvests.
Tackling Agricultural Challenges
Indian contemporary agriculture is marred by mounting ills such as overuse of chemicals, soil erosion, pesticide resistance, and declining yields. These are further compounded by depletion of resources and climatic stresses. Combat Agrotech fills the key gaps by delivering certified organic inputs that flourish in tune with nature. Their products address the critical imperative for soil health restoration, enhanced nutrient sequestration, and less chemical reliance—all while facilitating the move to more regenerative and more sustainable agriculture practices.
Key Offerings
- Supergreen Organic Manure: A high-end product obtained from compost, press mud, and chicken manure that rejuvenates the soil and enhances microbial life.
- Bio-Pesticides and Plant Protectants: Non-toxic biological alternatives to chemical pesticides that are crop toxicologists, pollinator-friendly, and environmentally safe.
- Soil Health Improvers: Inputs that enhance soil structure, water holding capacity, and release of immobilized nutrients in degraded soil.Custom Crop Solutions: Formulated blends of products for specific cropping seasons and regional farm conditions.
Real Impact
Combat Agrotech’s range of organic inputs has been widely embraced by farmers across Maharashtra and neighboring states who are looking to enhance soil fertility without the long-term damage caused by synthetic chemicals. Farmers using Supergreen Organic Manure have observed visible improvements in crop vigor, root development, and yield quality. They contribute to a 15–25% increase in yields and a drastic drop in the cost of inputs over more than one season. The firm’s bio-pesticides have successfully kept pest infestations under control without killing beneficial insects, proving effective and eco-friendly.
Success Story
A case in point is that of a sugarcane grower outside Pandharpur, who had been struggling with reduced yields due to the use of chemicals for years. Once he adopted Combat’s package of organic inputs comprising Supergreen along with a mix of bio-fungicides, the farmer saw a 30% increase in yield during the first season. The soil consistency and organic content were also restored, and less water and fertilizer were needed in the next cycles. This change not only increased profitability but also encouraged other nearby farms to do the same.
Lessons for Agri-Startups
Combat Agrotech’s path is valuable lessons to agritech startups and entrepreneurs:
- Natural Doesn’t Mean Less Effective: Organic inputs, when backed by science, can rival synthetic alternatives in performance and sustainability.
- Soil is the Foundation: Prioritizing long-term soil health builds a resilient and profitable farming system.
- Farmer Trust is Everything: Adoption hinges on training, demonstrations, and trust—not just product quality.
- Start Small, Scale Smart: Combat’s journey proves that solving local challenges first enables meaningful, sustainable growth. Smart, grassroots-driven innovation builds credibility and long-term success in the agri ecosystem.
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