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Avocado Innovator Turns Drought into Profit in Maharashtra

7/11/2025

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In Beed, Maharashtra, Parmeshwar Thorat has transformed the landscape of avocado farming amid harsh water shortages. Embracing the Arka Supreme variety, he adopted innovative drip irrigation and organic techniques. By 2023, his 300 trees yielded an impressive profit of Rs 10 lakh, and he is now dedicated to sharing his knowledge with others in drought-stricken regions.

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In Beed, Maharashtra, Parmeshwar Thorat has transformed the landscape of avocado farming amid harsh water shortages. Embracing the Arka Supreme variety, he adopted innovative drip irrigation and organic techniques. By 2023, his 300 trees yielded an impressive profit of Rs 10 lakh, and he is now dedicated to sharing his knowledge with others in drought-stricken regions.