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An Ajmer farmer's success story of cultivating almonds on barren land is inspiring others. His almond crop sells for ₹700-₹1000 per kg, offering a new path for unemployed youth.
Success Story: Fateh Singh Rawat, a farmer from Hathikhera village in Ajmer district, Rajasthan, has achieved the seemingly impossible by cultivating crops on land considered barren. Two years ago, he decided to plant almond trees on the rocky, dry land of the Makhupura area. Initially, villagers mocked his decision, but today, lush almond trees thrive on that same land.
Everyone Mocked Fateh Singh
Fateh Singh recalls how people ridiculed him when he began. He persevered, refusing to use chemical fertilizers. Through organic farming and consistent care, he improved the soil quality, and his efforts have paid off.
Crop Sells for ₹700 to ₹1000 per kg
Fateh Singh's almond crop now sells for ₹700 to ₹1000 per kg in local markets. His success has inspired other farmers and young people to visit his farm and learn about his organic farming techniques.
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A New Option for Unemployed Youth
Rawat believes that with the right knowledge and determination, any land can be made suitable for farming. He encourages other farmers in the district to think beyond traditional crops and embrace new technologies. His dream is to see more unemployed youth adopt organic farming and create their own livelihoods. This story not only testifies to a farmer's hard work but also proves that with determination, even barren land can yield a bountiful harvest.
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