Scaling IPM Red Chilli Sourcing for a Global Spices Brand
A prominent spice-blending brand with pan-India and international presence faced a critical challenge "sourcing large volumes of IPM (Integrated Pest Management) US 341 and Syngenta 5531 dry red chilli varieties" to meet growing export demands. Ensuring FSSAI and EU compliance, traceability, and consistent supply were essential to sustain quality and reputation in global markets.
Our Approach
Krishikan implemented a farm-to-factory buyback model, securing 600 acres across multiple villages to spread climatic and pest risk. We selected growing regions based on agro-climatic compatibility with the targeted chilli varieties.
Our Package of Practice was deployed through on-ground training for farmers and field officers, supported by a compliant input supply chain aligned with FSSAI and EU residue standards. We ensured availability of the right seeds and agri-inputs at the right time, while tracking every activity digitally.
Krishikan used its in-house technology platform to manage the entire production ecosystem:
Soil and weather condition tracking
Input planning and application tracking
Farmer and farm profile management
Field officer monitoring and reporting
Real-time updates and advisory calls from backend agronomy team
At harvest, every bag of chillies was tagged with a QR code to ensure traceability and shipped to the client’s designated cold storage facility with full visibility across the chain
Results & Client Benefits
83% Growth in IPM-Compliant Procurement – Enabled scale and consistency in raw material sourcing
Full Traceability – From seed to shipment, enhancing brand trust and compliance readiness
Multi-Village Risk Distribution – Reduced exposure to localized pest or weather disruptions
Efficient Input Management – Timely access to compliant agri inputs improved crop health and outcomes which resulted in 29% reduction in input cost and 15% increase in yield for the farmer.
Real-Time Crop Monitoring – Ensured accountability, performance insights, and proactive interventions
Conclusion
Krishikan’s integrated farm management, traceability technology, and strategic sourcing framework enabled our client to confidently scale up procurement of IPM-quality red chillies, meeting export standards while enhancing supply reliability.
For spice brands and processors seeking scalable, traceable, and quality-assured agricultural sourcing, Krishikan offers a proven path from farm to factory with compliance at the core.
