Empower Yourself with Mushroom Farming
A mission-driven program by the Sri Sri Institute of Agricultural Sciences & Technology Trust (SSIAST), this training empowers individuals to start mushroom cultivation using locally available agro-waste
Rooted in the vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, it promotes eco-conscious, income-generating livelihoods in both rural and semi-urban regions.
Program & Workshops
This program is ideal for :
- Skill-building for income generation
- Circular economy through agro-waste recycling
- Boosts rural employment and nutritional security
- Scalable model for grassroots entrepreneurship
No prior gardening experience needed, just curiosity and willingness to grow!
Hands-On Knowledge You'll Own
Training includes hands-on sessions, a printed manual, and a certificate of completion.
Mushroom Types
Oyster and Milky varieties
Cultivation Techniques
Spawn handling, composting, bed preparation, pest control
Post-Harvest Skills
Harvesting, preservation, packaging
Business & Marketing
Cost analysis, branding, local sales, access to schemes
Post-Training Mentorship
3 months of guidance + dedicated WhatsApp support
"It is the duty of the farming community to give healthy food to the world, and the duty of the world to ensure the prosperity of its farmers. "
- Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
The Smart Choice for Rural Income
High nutritional value
Rich in protein, minerals, amino acids
Low cost, high return
Grows on agricultural waste with minimal inputs
Fast growing
Multiple harvests per month
Eco-friendly
Promotes recycling, composting, and soil health
Market potential
Increasing demand from households, hotels, and health sectors
Join the Movement
Sri Sri Home Gardening is a movement to reconnect homes with health, harmony, and hands-on joy. When we grow even a single spinach plant, we grow self-reliance. When we compost, we heal the Earth.
Farmer
Attend a free workshop and learn natural farming practices.
Volunteer
Spread awareness or mentor farmers in your community.
CSR / NGO / Govt Body
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Conscious Consumer
Support natural produce and farmer-led brands.
Translator / Advocate
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