Behind every service we build, there is a farmer we aim to empower. To understand the real-world impact of Krishikaam, we spoke with Ramesh Kumar, a tomato farmer from Punjab who has been using our platform for the past two seasons. His story is a testament to the power of integrating technology with agriculture.

The Old Way: A Story of Struggle

"Before Krishikaam, every season was a gamble," Ramesh tells us. "I would spend two weeks just spraying my fields with a heavy tank on my back. Sometimes I would get sick from the chemicals. At the end of the season, I had to take whatever price the agent at the mandi offered me. It was hard work for very little reward."

The Krishikaam Transformation

Ramesh was introduced to Krishikaam by a local Krishi Mitra agent. He was skeptical at first but decided to try the drone spraying service for his tomato crop.

• Safety and Efficiency: "The drone finished spraying my entire field in one morning," he recalls. "I didn't have to touch any chemicals. That alone was a huge relief. I had more time and energy for other work."
• A Healthier Crop: The uniform spray from the drone led to better pest control and a healthier crop. His yield increased by nearly 15% in the first season.
• Getting the Right Price: The biggest change came at harvest time. Instead of going to the local mandi, Ramesh used the Krishi Mandi feature on the app. "I listed my 5 tons of tomatoes. Within a day, a food processing company from Ludhiana contacted me. They offered me a price that was 20% higher than what I got last year."
• Instant and Secure Payment: "The best part was the payment," Ramesh says with a smile. "Their truck came to my farm, loaded the tomatoes, and as soon as they left, the money was in my bank account through UPI. No delays, no excuses."

A New Outlook

"Krishikaam has given me control over my own business. I feel like a modern farmer now. I save time, I am safe from chemicals, and I earn more money. My son is now interested in farming because he sees that it can be a profitable and respectable profession with the help of technology."

Ramesh Kumar's story is one of many. It showcases how providing access to the right tools can fundamentally change a farmer's life. By connecting services like drone spraying and digital markets, we are not just solving individual problems; we are creating a holistic ecosystem for success. Ramesh's journey from a struggling farmer to a confident agri-entrepreneur is the very reason Krishikaam exists.