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AgriZen Farms

 

Situated in the foothills of the Himalayas, the 20 Acre Agrizen Farms is located in Zarausi village which lies in the vicinity of  Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun. From basic crops like wheat, paddy, maize, sugarcane, pulses to vegetables like potato, onion, varieties of gourds, brinjal, cabbage and caulifliflour etc., exotic and herbal produces like lettuce, Chinese cabbage, broccoli, turmeric, ginger etc. to fruits like guava, papaya, banana, mangoes, lemon, apple Ber, pears, we grow them all.  The Farm has very rich floral diversity and is dotted with a vibrant water body of over an acre area housing carp variety of fishes  like Rohu, Katla, Mrigal, Narayani as well as host of native and migratory birds.

 

The Farm is managed by a group of environment enthusiasts and entrepreneurs who still feel that agriculture has a lot to offer to the humankind. 

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At AgriZen Farms, we are committed to the ideals espoused above and work  to protect the soil, conserve water, enhance farmland wildlife and use energy and other natural resources responsibly. Wherever possible, we recycle wastes and by-products from plants and animals, and use on-site resources. Rather than using artificial fertilizers, we apply manure and composts to build natural soil fertility, relying on the microorganisms and earthworms in the soil to make nutrients available to the growing crops. By mixing different types and varieties of crops and using natural pest predators instead of artificial insecticides, we control pests and diseases naturally, while minimizing the risk of costly water pollution and soil contamination.

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Organic Farming:

• Long-term fertility of soil by maintaining organic matter levels and encouraging soil biological activity;

• Provides crop nutrients indirectly using relatively insoluble nutrient sources which are made available to the plant by the action of soil micro-organisms;

• Nitrogen self-sufficiency through the use of legumes and biological nitrogen fixation, as well as effective recycling of organic materials including crop residues and livestock manures; weed, disease and pest control relying primarily on crop rotations, natural predators, diversity, organic manuring, resistant varieties and limited (preferably minimal) thermal, biological and chemical intervention;

• Management of livestock, paying full regard to their evolutionary adaptations, behavioural needs and animal welfare issues with respect to nutrition, housing, health, breeding and rearing;

• Careful attention to the impact of the farming system on the wider environment and the conservation of wildlife and natural habitats

Organic farming is all about producing fresh, tasty and healthy foods in a way that respects the natural environment and animal welfare. The popularity of organic food and other products is increasing right across the globe as more and more people wake up to the real benefits of organic food and farming. You can now choose to buy organic food and beverages directly from your local farm shop, at farmers’ markets, specialty stores, restaurants and most supermarkets.

 

Cook with Quality

Organically produced crops, vegetables and fruits at the Agrizen Farms provide consumers with a variety of natural, healthy and tasty foods. Organic production is expanding and diversifying and a wide variety of organic goods are now available – from simple produce such as fruits and vegetables, to specialist products like pasta, cheeses and convenience foods. Rare plants and animal varieties are also often used, providing you with the chance to experience new and exciting tastes and flavors.

Recent studies have shown that organic food and beverages contain more nutritious elements. For example, organic milk is naturally higher in omega 3 while most organic fruits and vegetables contain higher levels of key vitamins and minerals, as well as fewer pesticide residues.

 

As organic standards strictly control the use of artificial inputs, like preservatives and flavor enhancers, and ban the use of GM ingredients, you can be confident that the organic foods you buy contain only natural tastes and textures.

 

Know Your Farm

People who buy organic food want to know how their food is produced – and where it

comes from. As more and more people become interested in buying local and organic food from farm shops and farmers’ markets, organic production will help to ensure that more money stays in the local economy.

Organic farming is now widely recognized as the most environmentally-friendly form of

agriculture, working in harmony with nature and helping to protect natural habitats and rural landscapes. This all contributes to helping to maintain a thriving modern rural economy, popular with eco-tourists and residents alike. More and more organic farms are opening up their gates to public visitors – why not visit an organic farm near you to find out more?