Hesperidin
Generating revenue by transforming discarded sweet oranges into valuable resources, benefiting small farmers and women labourers.
Grameena Vikas Kendram is pioneering an innovative initiative in India that creates additional income opportunities for small sweet orange and lime farmers, as well as women labourers, by utilizing aborted fruits that would otherwise go to waste. These fruits are rich in bioflavonoids like hesperidin, a key ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. Recognized by Singapore University as one of Asia’s most promising social enterprises, this initiative transforms agricultural waste into valuable resources. Yasasree Viroha Impex Pvt Ltd, Grameena Vikas Kendram`s marketing arm, handles the marketing of Hesperidin. With a partnership secured with a leading European pharmaceutical company, the program ensures a stable market for this sustainable product.
Activities
Impact
Social
The Hesperidin project has significantly empowered women labourers, resulting in a 40-50% increase in their income. This newfound financial independence enhances their social status and contributes to better health and education for their families. Additionally, over 6,000 families are benefiting, fostering community cohesion and resilience.
Ecological
By utilizing discarded sweet oranges, the project reduces agricultural waste and promotes sustainable practices. This initiative encourages responsible farming and waste management, contributing to healthier ecosystems. The extraction of bioflavonoids from these fruits aligns with environmental sustainability goals, enhancing biodiversity in the region.
Economic
Smallholders participating in the project have experienced a revenue increase of up to 25%. This financial boost improves livelihoods, enabling families to invest in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The project's sustainable model not only creates new income streams but also strengthens the overall economic stability of the target villages.
Span
We operate in over 800 villages across Anantapur and Kadapa in Andhra Pradesh and Nalgonda in Telangana. Our innovative initiatives are empowering more than 9,000 women labourers and small farmers living below the poverty line, creating sustainable value and improving their livelihoods.
9000
Women Labourers
150000
Acres
800
Villages
Grameena Vikas Kendram is pioneering an innovative initiative in India that creates additional income opportunities for small sweet orange and lime farmers, as well as women labourers, by utilizing aborted fruits that would otherwise go to waste. These fruits are rich in bioflavonoids like hesperidin, a key ingredient in the pharmaceutical industry. Recognized by Singapore University as one of Asia’s most promising social enterprises, this initiative transforms agricultural waste into valuable resources. Yasasree Viroha Impex Pvt Ltd, Grameena Vikas Kendram`s marketing arm, handles the marketing of Hesperidin. With a partnership secured with a leading European pharmaceutical company, the program ensures a stable market for this sustainable product.
Activities
Impact
Social
The Hesperidin project has significantly empowered women labourers, resulting in a 40-50% increase in their income. This newfound financial independence enhances their social status and contributes to better health and education for their families. Additionally, over 6,000 families are benefiting, fostering community cohesion and resilience.
Ecological
By utilizing discarded sweet oranges, the project reduces agricultural waste and promotes sustainable practices. This initiative encourages responsible farming and waste management, contributing to healthier ecosystems. The extraction of bioflavonoids from these fruits aligns with environmental sustainability goals, enhancing biodiversity in the region.
Economic
Smallholders participating in the project have experienced a revenue increase of up to 25%. This financial boost improves livelihoods, enabling families to invest in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The project's sustainable model not only creates new income streams but also strengthens the overall economic stability of the target villages.
We operate in over 800 villages across Anantapur and Kadapa in Andhra Pradesh and Nalgonda in Telangana. Our innovative initiatives are empowering more than 9,000 women labourers and small farmers living below the poverty line, creating sustainable value and improving their livelihoods.
Span
9000
Women Labourers
150000
Acres