Mr. Manish P. Daga

At CottonGuru Farmer Foundation, we are committed to improving the lives of smallholder farmers and tribal women while promoting sustainable agriculture that protects our soil, water, and environment.

FY 2025–26 was a year of significant progress. Together with our investors, FPOs, NGO partners, field teams, and farming communities, we turned sustainable cotton cultivation into measurable impact through collaboration, transparency, and accountability.

Our Sustainable Cotton Project in Adilabad, Telangana, demonstrates this transformation. Today, 1,500 tribal farmers across 28 villages and more than 6,000 acres have transitioned from chemical-intensive farming to natural and organic cotton cultivation. By adopting non-GMO seeds, bio-inputs, improved soil management, and integrated pest management, they are building a more resilient and traceable cotton ecosystem.

This achievement was made possible despite climate challenges, rising cultivation costs, and years of chemical dependency. The dedication of our farmers, partners, and field teams has been truly inspiring.

I extend my sincere gratitude to Vardhman Textiles Ltd., our investors, partners, FPOs, NGOs, farmers, tribal women, and field staff for their trust and support. Together, we have laid a strong foundation. Our focus now is to expand this impact, creating lasting value for farming communities, businesses, and the environment.

Manish P. Daga
Managing Director, CottonGuru Group
President, All India Cotton FPO Association