Young Farmer’s Purple Potato Innovation Brings New Hope to Punjab Agriculture
Faridkot, Punjab: In a refreshing shift from the commonly portrayed narrative of drugs, unemployment, and crime, a young farmer from Punjab has emerged as a symbol of innovation and progress. Gurjot Singh, a 27-year-old resident of Matta village in Faridkot, is gaining attention for successfully cultivating purple potatoes and transforming his agricultural fortunes.
Breaking away from the traditional wheat-paddy cycle, Gurjot Singh adopted the cultivation of purple potatoes nearly four years ago. Starting on approximately 45 acres of land, he now earns an annual profit ranging between ₹6 lakh and ₹20 lakh, making him an inspiration for farmers across the state.
According to Gurjot, the idea struck him when he first came across purple potatoes in a shopping mall. Motivated by the thou...







