Salam Kisan: Precision Farming
Year: 2022
Founders: Dhanashree Mandhani et al.
Funding: Bootstrapped; Seed investment of ~$2 M
Investors: Self-funded
Introduction
Founded in 2022 under Prym Solutions, Salam Kisan is transforming Indian agriculture with a multi-stack precision-farming platform. It integrates AI-based advisories, crop calendars, drone spraying, soil testing, marketplace services, and FPO tie-ups to support every stage of the farming cycle. Led by Dhanashree Mandhani and supported by Pradyumn Mandhani (Managing Director) and Akshay Khobragade (COO), the startup empowers farmers across Maharashtra and beyond.
Tackling Agricultural Challenges
Farmers struggle with unpredictability in weather, pest load, inefficient input use, fragmented supply chains, and lack of credit or buyback options. Salam Kisan’s AI‑powered crop planning and personalized advisories optimize planting, nutrient application, and resource use. Drone spraying improves efficiency and conserves water, while its platform connects farmers to markets and FPO networks. Soil testing and data analytics enable informed decisions, driving productivity and profitability .
Key Offerings
- I Crop Calendar & Advisory tailored to local agro-climatic conditions.
- Drone-as-a-Service: precision spraying via franchise drone pilots.
- AI Soil Testing and diagnostic tools.
- Agri-input/output Marketplace and produce buyback schemes.
- FPO Engagement Model linking 80+ groups for scale and impact.
Real Impact
Salam Kisan reached ₹23.61 Cr in revenue in FY 2023–24—an 11× growth from the previous year. They covered over 41,000 acres for drone spraying, generating ₹2.41 Cr. Agri-input sales were ₹5.41 Cr, and the platform enabled buyback links worth ₹15.23 Cr through partnerships with 80+ FPOs. With 50 drones deployed and expansion plans in UP and MP, farmers experienced average cost savings of 30% and incremental income growth of ₹16,000 per season.
Success Story
A Maharashtra farmer saw first-hand the benefits of Salam Kisan’s integrated model. With AI advisories and drone-sprayed crops, they saved water, reduced input costs, and recorded a ₹16,000 seasonal income rise—all while earning drone franchise income and gaining timely market access .
Lessons for Agri-Startups
- Combine AI & drones to enhance precision and farm efficiency.
- Franchise-led scaling enables rapid adoption and local job creation.
- Deep tech with farmer training ensures trust and usability.
- Build ecosystem partnerships (FPOs, government) for reach and resilience.
- Bootstrapped growth can still deliver strong financial performance and positive EBITDA.
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