Sushan and Mausam, the residential students at Shikharapur CLC Bottle House have embraced mushroom farming as a means to promote sustainable agriculture and entrepreneurship, thanks to the support of ONGD FNEL Luxembourg. The students have established a mushroom farm on bottle house premises, aiming to acquire practical knowledge and develop a self-sustaining agricultural model. With the guidance and resources provided by ONGD FNEL Luxembourg and Shikharapur CLC, the students have successfully cultivated high-quality mushrooms and generated a steady revenue stream by selling them to local restaurants and community members.
This collaborative effort exemplifies how education, sustainable agriculture, and entrepreneurship can come together to create a positive impact, empowering students with practical skills and fostering environmentally friendly farming practices. As the venture thrives, the students are eager to expand their production and explore further opportunities in the agribusiness sector, inspiring other young entrepreneurs and highlighting the potential of sustainable agriculture for social and economic change.
News by: Sarita Nagarkoti, Agriculture Technician/JT
Edited by: Niroj Shrestha, Program Manager