Purandar Highlands Farmer Producer Company Limited is a one-of-a-kind FPC that incorporates a research-based approach into the crops grown by farmers in the Purandar region near Pune. Purandar Highlands FPC was founded on January 27, 2021 by 13 full-time farmers with the goal of expanding the market for unique regional figs.
The team works to educate and provide a complete solution to farmers in the area (taluka), from selecting the right saplings to round-the-clock assistance, consultation, and expanding market reach through proper packaging practices.
Figs are extremely nutritious for the body. They provide calcium, phosphorus, potassium, beta carotene and vitamin C to boost the body’s immune system and helps relieve weakness. In India, figs are grown in the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
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