Report on Webinar: "Agri Finance – Empowering Farmers & Agripreneurs"

Overview

GRO-MSME successfully organised a knowledge-driven webinar on "Agri Finance" on 21st December 2025, aimed at creating awareness about financial opportunities, challenges, and solutions in the agricultural sector. The webinar brought together industry experts, professionals, and stakeholders committed to strengthening India's agri ecosystem through structured financial support and awareness.

The session witnessed active participation from entrepreneurs, farmers, agri-professionals, and MSME stakeholders, reflecting strong interest in agri-finance solutions such as those offered through NABARD, India's apex agriculture and rural development bank.

Key Speakers & Contributions

1. Dr. L. K. Pandey – Agriculturist

Dr. L. K. Pandey provided an insightful overview of the Indian agriculture industry, highlighting:

• The evolving role of agriculture in the national economy
• Key challenges faced by farmers, including access to finance, technology, and markets
• The importance of sustainable and organized agri practices
• The need for institutional support to empower farmers and agri-entrepreneurs

His session set a strong foundation for understanding the real ground-level issues in the agri sector.

2. Mr. Ashok Jha – Founder, GRO-MSME

Mr. Ashok Jha delivered an informative session on Agri Finance, covering:

• Various financing options available for farmers and agri-based MSMEs
• The role of structured financial planning in scaling agricultural businesses
• How GRO-MSME facilitates access to finance through advisory support, documentation assistance, and lender coordination
• The importance of financial literacy in ensuring long-term sustainability for farmers

His address highlighted GRO-MSME's commitment to bridging the gap between financial institutions and the agri community.

3. CA H. K. Gupta – Co-Founder, GRO-MSME

CA H. K. Gupta elaborated on the working model and role of GRO-MSME, focusing on:

• End-to-end handholding support for MSMEs and agri-entrepreneurs
• Strategic collaboration with financial institutions
• Simplifying complex financial processes for grassroots entrepreneurs
• GRO-MSME's mission to create a strong, inclusive, and growth-oriented MSME ecosystem

His insights reinforced the organization's value-driven and solution-oriented approach.

Convener of the Webinar

The session was effectively coordinated by CA Sunil Aggarwal, Co-Founder, GRO-MSME, whose leadership ensured smooth execution and meaningful engagement throughout the webinar.

Conclusion

The webinar successfully achieved its objective of spreading awareness about Agri Finance and financial empowerment for farmers and agri-based MSMEs. It served as a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, interaction, and collaboration among stakeholders.

GRO-MSME continues to play a pivotal role in supporting India's agricultural and MSME sectors by enabling access to finance, promoting awareness, and fostering sustainable growth. Explore our MSME advisory services or join the GRO-MSME Club to stay updated on future agri-finance initiatives.