Could a housewife start a viable business selling home-grown medicinal herbs (like Ashwagandha, Tulsi) as dried tea blends to a health-conscious market?

Absolutely, a housewife can turn her backyard into a thriving business selling Ashwagandha and Tulsi tea blends—my cousin did this and now supplies local cafes! In 2025, India’s herbal tea market is soaring, with health-conscious urbanites driving demand for natural remedies. The tea sector’s worth $11.5 billion, and medicinal blends are a hot segment thanks to post-COVID wellness trends.Why It’s Viable - Market Fit: 70% of Indians use herbal remedies daily; yoga moms and gym buffs love Tulsi for immunity, Ashwagandha for stress. - Low Investment: ₹5k for seeds, pots, and drying racks. Blend at home with a mixer. - Pricing: Sell 100g pouches at ₹150-300, netting 50% margins.Startup Steps 1. Grow Easy: Tulsi grows in 2 months, Ashwagandha in 6. Use balcony or rooftop; no land needed. 2. Process & Pack: Sun-dry herbs, pack in eco-friendly pouches (Canva for labels). 3. Sell Smart: Start with Instagram shop, local farmers’ markets, or WhatsApp groups. Legal and Scale Get an FSSAI basic license (₹2k). Aim for 150 packs/month = ₹20k-40k profit. Challenges? Drying in monsoons—use a cheap dehydrator. Organic India’s model shows how small farms scale. Who’s your first customer? Family or neighbors?