Let's cultivate Together
Kisan Botanix Ltd. is involved in the production, export, import and distribution of table potato and seeds of potato, rice and vegetables. It is founded with the mission to deliver high-yielded disease free and reliable seeds to the farmers. All seeds, whether internally produced or imported, undergo rigorous quality checks and testing before reaching the hands of the farmers. Kisan Botanix Ltd. strives to be a trusted supplier to the farmers through its tissue culture laboratory, net house and open production facilities, access to reliable cold storages and root level distribution network.
KBL
14 Years
of Services
14 Years
of Services
2009 to 2011
- In 2009, KBL established its own tissue culture laboratory in Dhaka
- Farmers in Bangladesh faced challenges due to the use of low-quality potato seeds.
- They experienced significant losses in potato production due to the declining quality of seeds.
- KBL embarked on a journey to improve the quality of potato seeds.
- KBL's laboratory aimed to provide farmers with high-quality potato seeds.
- The establishment of the lab in 2009 marked the beginning of KBL's efforts to tackle this issue.
2012 to 2014
- In 2012, KBL initiated field production in the North Bengal region using potato plantlets.
- The organization engaged numerous farmers in a contract farming process.
- Farmers received training on the importance of using quality seeds.
- KBL achieved success in producing disease free top-quality seeds.
- Farmers expressed great satisfaction in partnering with Kisan Botanix Ltd.
- From 2012 to 2014, KBL supplied high-quality Breeder, Foundation, and Certified seeds.
- Target regions for seed distribution included Rangpur, Dinajpur, Rajshahi, Bogura, and Munshiganj.
2015 to 2016
- In 2015, KBL expanded its operations to the South Bengal region of Bangladesh, including Bhola, Potuakhali, and Borguna.
- Farmers in these areas were initially uninterested in potato production due to the salinity of the soil.
- KBL provided training to farmers, enabling them to cultivate potatoes in such challenging environments.
- KBL supplied them tissue cultured disease free quality seeds to farmers in the region.
- As a result, Farmers experienced success in potato production, despite the soil salinity issues.
- The efforts of KBL and the farmers indicate that South Bengal has the potential to become a significant region for mass potato production in the future.
2017 to 2019
- In the current year, it was discovered that farmers in Bangladesh were not receiving fair prices for their potato crops, resulting in economic losses.
- KBL took action by reaching out to international companies in Sri Lanka and the Middle East.
- The organization initiated the export of potatoes from Bangladesh, providing farmers with better prices for their produce.
- KBL diversified its activities by starting a Gerbera flower business, offering additional opportunities for farmers.
- Since 2018, KBL began importing their own variety of seeds called Bellini from the Netherlands to ensure the supply of high-quality seeds.
2020 to 2021
- KBL prioritizes employee safety and supports farmers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Implementation of measures such as employee rostering, work from home, and remote quality follow-up.
- Short awareness training program conducted with farmers to ensure safe practices.
- Though there was a pandemic crisis moment, but KBL successful supply of quality seeds to farmers.
- Expansion into new businesses: KBL brought Rose Flower and G9 Banana fruit production.
2022 to 2023
- KBL diversifies product offerings in 2022-2023 with banana production and maize cultivation projects.
- Partnerships formed with other agro-based companies to leverage expertise.
- Successful outcomes: fruitful banana production and high-yielding maize cultivation.
- Expansion efforts create job opportunities, benefiting the local community and economy.
- KBL's commitment to excellence and investment in technology and partnerships contribute to project success.
- Overall, diversification leads to significant business expansion and success for KBL.
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Our Own Fields
Dhaka
Head Office
Corporate: KA 53/2, Pragati Sharoni, Shajadpur, Dhaka
Laboratory: House 757, Road 10, Mirpur DOHS, Dhaka