Should I Farm Myself or Just Leave It to Experts to Manage It?

Farming isn’t only about sowing seeds — it’s about making dozens of big and small decisions every day. The real question for an urban investor is: Do I want to handle all this myself, or hand it over to experts? Let’s find out your style in this fun survey.

Step 1 of 4

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Decisions about what to grow, how to grow, and whether it’s good for the soil and environment.

Q1: Choosing which crop to grow each season is not easy. How would you decide?

I’ll decide myself based on what I like or what I hear in the market.

I’ll ask a local farmer or neighbour what’s working, and copy that.

I’ll consult an agronomist or farm manager to suggest the right crop after soil and water testing.

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Decisions about what to grow, how to grow, and whether it’s good for the soil and environment.

Q2: Farming today requires many technical decisions (irrigation, pest control, soil care). How would you handle those?

I’ll trust my caretaker or labour to handle these things — they’ve seen it before.

I’ll read online, watch YouTube, and try to guide from a distance.

I’ll depend on experts who can monitor and adjust in real time.

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Decisions about what to grow, how to grow, and whether it’s good for the soil and environment.

Q3: Sustainability (soil, water, biodiversity) is a big buzzword. What’s your attitude?

Right now my focus is on profit, not on environment talk.

I’ll do eco-friendly practices if they don’t cost too much extra.

I want experts to build sustainability into farm plans so that land remains fertile for decades.

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Who handles the money, the risks, and the hidden leaks?

Q4: How will you track farm expenses and income?

I’ll keep mental notes or rough estimates — “kuchh toh bacha hoga.”

I’ll ask for bills and photos from caretaker and try to review monthly.

I’ll have a proper system of budgeting, expense recording, and audits managed by experts.

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Who handles the money, the risks, and the hidden leaks?

Q5: Farming risks are high (weather, pests, price crashes). How would you prepare?

I’ll just accept whatever happens — farming is risky by nature.

I’ll try insurance and grow 2–3 crops to spread risk.

I’ll engage experts who plan risk management with diversification, insurance, and timely advice.

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Who handles the money, the risks, and the hidden leaks?

Q6: Theft or misuse of resources (fertilisers, produce) is common. How would you control it?

I’ll accept small losses as unavoidable.

I’ll put fencing, locks, and keep good relations with locals.

I’ll use both physical security and professional supervision systems to reduce theft.

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Who will actually do the work, and how do you ensure quality?

Q7: Farming labour is hard to manage. What’s your plan?

I’ll depend fully on caretaker/labour to do what’s needed.

I’ll personally supervise whenever I visit and hope they follow in my absence.

I’ll have trained, managed teams or professionals who ensure labour works efficiently.

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Who will actually do the work, and how do you ensure quality?

Q8: Skill development is important (using machines, eco practices). How would you ensure your labour is skilled?

Labour learns by experience — I don’t worry much about it.

I’ll sometimes sponsor short trainings or workshops when possible.

I’ll ensure training is part of farm management through experts or agri-partners.

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Who will actually do the work, and how do you ensure quality?

Q9: If labour leaves suddenly, how will you manage continuity?

I’ll scramble to find new people last minute.

I’ll maintain a list of backup labour sources in the village.

I’ll rely on professional management teams who always keep reserves and replacements ready.

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Who will sell your produce, and at what price?

Q10: How will you sell your produce?

Local mandi at whatever rate they give.

Through farmer groups or co-ops where better bargaining power exists.

Through expert-managed market linkages — tie-ups, branding, or contracts.

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Who will sell your produce, and at what price?

Q11: If buyers delay payments or reduce rates suddenly, how do you handle it?

I’ll accept, since I have no choice.

I’ll diversify buyers to reduce dependency on one mandi.

I’ll have experts/partners who ensure fair contracts and timely payments.

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Who will sell your produce, and at what price?

Q12: Do you see your farm as just a produce-seller or as a potential brand?

Just produce seller — keep it simple.

Maybe a brand later if things go well

I want experts to build a small brand or niche market for me.

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Inputs in, produce out — who controls the flow?

Q13: How will you manage input purchases (seeds, fertilisers, pesticides)?

Leave it to caretaker and reimburse later.

Direct dealer tie-ups where billing comes to me.

Expert-managed procurement with quality checks and bulk rates.

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Inputs in, produce out — who controls the flow?

Q14: Harvest storage and handling is crucial. What’s your plan?

Sell immediately — I don’t want to handle storage.

Arrange small on-site storage and sell when rates improve.

Rely on expert-managed storage and logistics solutions.

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Inputs in, produce out — who controls the flow?

Q15: Inventory records (what came in, what went out) — how will you track?

By caretaker’s notebook.

By simple Excel/WhatsApp records that I check monthly.

By professional inventory system linked to my farm management reports.

Review

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Question :
Q1: Choosing which crop to grow each season is not easy. How would you decide?

I’ll decide myself based on what I like or what I hear in the market.

I’ll ask a local farmer or neighbour what’s working, and copy that.

I’ll consult an agronomist or farm manager to suggest the right crop after soil and water testing.

Your Answer:

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Question :
Q2: Farming today requires many technical decisions (irrigation, pest control, soil care). How would you handle those?

I’ll trust my caretaker or labour to handle these things — they’ve seen it before.

I’ll read online, watch YouTube, and try to guide from a distance.

I’ll depend on experts who can monitor and adjust in real time.

Your Answer:

SECTION 1 — 🌱 Tech, Productivity & Environment

Question :
Q3: Sustainability (soil, water, biodiversity) is a big buzzword. What’s your attitude?

Right now my focus is on profit, not on environment talk.

I’ll do eco-friendly practices if they don’t cost too much extra.

I want experts to build sustainability into farm plans so that land remains fertile for decades.

Your Answer:

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Question :
Q4: How will you track farm expenses and income?

I’ll keep mental notes or rough estimates — “kuchh toh bacha hoga.”

I’ll ask for bills and photos from caretaker and try to review monthly.

I’ll have a proper system of budgeting, expense recording, and audits managed by experts.

Your Answer:

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Question :
Q5: Farming risks are high (weather, pests, price crashes). How would you prepare?

I’ll just accept whatever happens — farming is risky by nature.

I’ll try insurance and grow 2–3 crops to spread risk.

I’ll engage experts who plan risk management with diversification, insurance, and timely advice.

Your Answer:

SECTION 2 — 💸 Finance, Risk & Theft

Question :
Q6: Theft or misuse of resources (fertilisers, produce) is common. How would you control it?

I’ll accept small losses as unavoidable.

I’ll put fencing, locks, and keep good relations with locals.

I’ll use both physical security and professional supervision systems to reduce theft.

Your Answer:

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Question :
Q7: Farming labour is hard to manage. What’s your plan?

I’ll depend fully on caretaker/labour to do what’s needed.

I’ll personally supervise whenever I visit and hope they follow in my absence.

I’ll have trained, managed teams or professionals who ensure labour works efficiently.

Your Answer:

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Question :
Q8: Skill development is important (using machines, eco practices). How would you ensure your labour is skilled?

Labour learns by experience — I don’t worry much about it.

I’ll sometimes sponsor short trainings or workshops when possible.

I’ll ensure training is part of farm management through experts or agri-partners.

Your Answer:

SECTION 3 — 👥 People, Skills & Labor

Question :
Q9: If labour leaves suddenly, how will you manage continuity?

I’ll scramble to find new people last minute.

I’ll maintain a list of backup labour sources in the village.

I’ll rely on professional management teams who always keep reserves and replacements ready.

Your Answer:

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Question :
Q10: How will you sell your produce?

Local mandi at whatever rate they give.

Through farmer groups or co-ops where better bargaining power exists.

Through expert-managed market linkages — tie-ups, branding, or contracts.

Your Answer:

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Question :
Q11: If buyers delay payments or reduce rates suddenly, how do you handle it?

I’ll accept, since I have no choice.

I’ll diversify buyers to reduce dependency on one mandi.

I’ll have experts/partners who ensure fair contracts and timely payments.

Your Answer:

SECTION 4 — 📈 Marketing & Selling

Question :
Q12: Do you see your farm as just a produce-seller or as a potential brand?

Just produce seller — keep it simple.

Maybe a brand later if things go well

I want experts to build a small brand or niche market for me.

Your Answer:

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Question :
Q13: How will you manage input purchases (seeds, fertilisers, pesticides)?

Leave it to caretaker and reimburse later.

Direct dealer tie-ups where billing comes to me.

Expert-managed procurement with quality checks and bulk rates.

Your Answer:

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Question :
Q14: Harvest storage and handling is crucial. What’s your plan?

Sell immediately — I don’t want to handle storage.

Arrange small on-site storage and sell when rates improve.

Rely on expert-managed storage and logistics solutions.

Your Answer:

SECTION 5 — 📦 Materials & Inventory

Question :
Q15: Inventory records (what came in, what went out) — how will you track?

By caretaker’s notebook.

By simple Excel/WhatsApp records that I check monthly.

By professional inventory system linked to my farm management reports.

Your Answer:

Running a farm isn’t only sowing and harvesting — it’s managing people, money, markets, and nature. Whether DIY or expert-managed, your land deserves a clear system. Hello Kisan can build it with you.