Reimagining Saffron Cultivation in India

Rooted in Tradition, Driven by Innovation


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About Shubhavni

India’s Saffron (Kesar) Ecosystem in Crisis — Our Mission at Shubhavni

India’s saffron market faces a growing crisis: over 85% of domestic demand remains unmet, with cultivation confined to Jammu & Kashmir and vulnerable to climate and resource scarcity.

Increasing reliance on imports, soil-borne diseases, pesticide use, and widespread adulteration (44% of market saffron) threaten purity and consumer trust.

At Shubhavni, we are reshaping saffron’s future through innovativeaeroponic indoor farming that replicates Kashmir’s climate, eliminates soil risk, and produces 100% pure, raw saffron strands. Our mission blendssustainability, innovation, and women’s empowerment to restore India’s saffron legacy.

🌿 100% Pure Threads
🏠 Indoor Aeroponics
👩‍🌾 Women-led Impact

Your choice to buy Shubhavni saffron supports a healthier, transparent,
and socially responsible saffron ecosystem in India.

Shubhavni saffron jar and threads – indoor farm

🎖️ Our Founder: Shubha Bhatnagar

At the forefront of our journey is Shubha Bhatnagar, a visionary agritech entrepreneur.
A seasoned leader at 65, she brings a unique perspective—blending her homemaking roots with
a passion for revolutionizing saffron cultivation.

Committed to confronting the challenges faced by saffron growers, Shubha’s mission is to bridge the saffron
demand–supply gap, reduce industry reliance on imports, and liberate saffron cultivation from geographical and
climatic constraints.

Founder Shubha Bhatnagar inside Shubhavni SmartFarms’ indoor saffron facility
Shubha Bhatnagar at our indoor saffron grow rooms

“अन्नं सर्व औषधानाम् प्रधानम्।”
“Food is the greatest of all medicines.”

— Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom

“At Shubhavni, this timeless principle guides every choice we make.
From field to jar, we honor nature’s healing power in every spice.”

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— Shubha Bhatnagar, Founder
Our Story

The Meaning Behind “Shubhavni” and Our Vision

The name “Shubhavni” beautifully blends two powerful Sanskrit words—“Shubha” and “Avni.”

  • 🕊️Shubha means “auspicious,” “fortunate,” or “prosperous.”
  • 🌍Avni means “earth” or “the earth’s natural strength.”

Together, Shubhavni symbolizes “Auspicious Earth” and reflects our deep, fortunate connection to nature—a foundation for everything we do.

Founded as an agri-tech startup, Shubhavni Smart Farms focuses on revolutionizing saffron cultivation by combining traditional respect for the earth with advanced technology and automation. Our mission is to cultivate high-quality saffron in controlled indoor environments—ensuring purity, sustainability, and consistency.

With India’s saffron production declining over the years, leading to increasing import reliance, Shubhavni envisions restoring India’s self-reliance. Through innovative indoor saffron farming, we aim to bridge the demand-supply gap and establish India as a producer of premium, authentic saffron once again.

Shubhavni stands for nature’s blessing harnessed through technology—a commitment to prosperity, health, and sustainability.


How We Grow

The Future of Saffron Cultivation — Aeroponic Indoor Farming

Shubhavni brings cutting-edge technology to saffron growing:

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    Authentic Bulb Management

    We sourced premium bulbs directly from Pampore, Kashmir’s saffron heartland.

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    Controlled Environment Growing

    Bulbs are nurtured in IoT-monitored, aeroponic chambers, removing dependency on soil and climate fluctuations.

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    Climate Optimization

    Temperature, humidity, and light are precisely simulated to ensure robust flowering and high-quality stigmas.

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    Handpicked Harvesting

    Rural women handpick and naturally dry stigmas, preserving saffron’s aroma and color.

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    Premium Packaging

    Raw, unpolished saffron strands are sealed in glass jars to maintain freshness and purity.

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    Sustainable Propagation

    Healthy bulbs are replanted indoors, supporting scalable cultivation.

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Sustainability at Our Core

Our aeroponic method uses 90% less water and arable land than traditional farming — a resource-efficient model aligned with India’s environmental needs and future food security.

Our Products

Why Choose Shubhavni?

Experience Genuine Purity & Tradition




100% Pure & Unadulterated

Our Kesar (Saffron) is raw, unpolished, and grown sustainably for unmatched quality.




Women Empowerment

Every purchase uplifts rural women artisans involved from harvesting to packaging.




Consistent Excellence

Advanced farming technology ensures reliable potency, aroma, and color in every batch.

Choose Shubhavni for saffron that stays true to its promise — pure, authentic, and socially responsible.

Blogs Update

From a Homemaker to an Agripreneur: The Story Behind Shubhavni SmartFarms

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Saffron: A Treasure of Health and Wellness

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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What makes Shubhavni Kesar different from regular saffron?

We grow saffron indoors using controlled-environment techniques. This ensures consistent purity, traceability and lab-tested strength (crocin, picrocrocin, safranal) regardless of climate.

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Is your saffron pure? How can I test it at home?

Yes—100% pure stigma threads. Bloom a few strands in warm milk/water; colour releases gradually (not instantly), threads remain red, and aroma is warm & honey-like.

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How should I use saffron for best results?

Crush 2–3 strands and bloom in warm water/milk for 10–15 minutes, then add to your dish or beverage.

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What is the shelf life and how should I store it?

Best before 24 months. Store airtight, away from light, heat and moisture.

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Which payment methods do you accept?

UPI (PhonePe, GPay, etc.), Credit/Debit Cards, NetBanking and wallets via a secure gateway.

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Is Shubhavni SmartFarms women-led?

Yes—founded by Shubha Bhatnagar. We create dignified opportunities for women across our operations in Mainpuri, UP.