How to start a aloe vera farming and products startup in India?
I’ve been messing with aloe vera plants for years, and starting an aloe farming and products biz in India 2025 is a green goldmine—aloe demand’s up 15% yearly for skincare and health drinks. Low water needs make it perfect for dry areas like Rajasthan or Gujarat.Why It’s Hot - Market: Aloe gel (₹200-500/kg), juices (₹100/liter) sell to local spas, FMCG brands. - Low Cost: ₹1L for 1 acre, 5,000 plants (₹10/plant). Launch Steps 1. Land & Plants: Lease 1 acre (₹10k/month), source saplings from local nurseries. 2. Legal: MSME reg, FSSAI for products (₹7k). 3. Products: Extract gel (manual, ₹20k tools), bottle juice or sell raw to Patanjali. 4. Market: Instagram shop, local wellness stores. Harvest 500kg/month = ₹50k-1L profit. Pests are rare but watch irrigation. Horticulture India’s guide rocks. Gel or juice first?