Indoor Saffron Farming:Your Complete Roadmap to Building a Profitable Business
Startup Pedia is organizing a 2-day live workshop with Ankit Bhatnagar, the backbone of Shubhavni Smart farms, reshaping the future of indoor saffron farming.
25th & 26th Oct, 2025
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Online
English
₹999 + GST



Why You Should Start an Indoor Saffron
Farming Business
Discover how saffron farming can turn small spaces into big profits with sustainable growth opportunities.
Why Attend?
See firsthand how a premium saffron business operates from the inside.
Ankit Bhatnagar, Business Head of Shubhavni Smartfarms, will show you how to set up your indoor saffron farm and turn it into a profitable venture selling premium saffron. He'll show you exactly how to start your own saffron farm, from picking the right corms to growing them carefully, harvesting without losing quality, and selling your saffron for top value.
You'll walk away with practical tips, real-life examples, and a clear roadmap to launch your own venture.

Who Should Join This Workshop?
Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, agri-startup enthusiasts, and anyone curious about indoor saffron farming.

Know Your Instructor
Ankit Bhatnagar
Business Head of Shubhavni Smart farms
Ankit Bhatnagar is the son of Shubha Bhatnagar, the founder of Shubhavni Smartfarms.
He is an engineer by profession, but as a part of his mother's team, he is helping her scale the business.
Founded in 2023, Shubhavni Smartfarms is a pioneer in indoor saffron farming. While it is Shubha Bhatnagar's brainchild, Ankit has put in an endless amount of time in research and development of the farm to help his mother out.
He is leading the charge on the business front, overseeing the strategic growth, branding, marketing and sales.
Shubhavni Smartfarms currently sells its premium Kashmiri saffron online.
What You'll Learn
Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, agri-startup enthusiasts, and anyone curious about indoor saffron farming.
Understanding the basics of saffron farming
Setting up an indoor saffron farm
Financing and Legal Structures
Choosing high-quality saffron corms and preparing them for cultivation
Growth cycle and maintenance of the sprouting saffron corms
Harvesting and processing techniques to maintain saffron quality
Bulb propagation & preparation for the next cycle
Marketing & Sales Strategies
About Shubhavni SmartFarms
Shubhavni SmartFarms is redefining saffron cultivation in India. Founded in 2023 by Shubha Bhatnagar, a 64-year-old homemaker turned agripreneur. Utilizing aeroponic techniques and IoT-based climate control, Shubhavni grows saffron in a 1100 sq. ft. cold room. This method not only ensures pesticide-free, high-quality product but also conserves water and land resources.
Beyond cultivation, Shubhavni is committed to social impact. The farm employs over 20 rural women, providing them with training and employment opportunities, thereby fostering community development and women's empowerment.
Additional Benefits of Attending
Enjoy networking opportunities with like-minded learners and agripreneurs.
Live Q&A with an industry expert
Access to session materials & recordings
Join a thriving saffron farming community
Certificate of participation
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