Travanco – Initiatives & Projects

Micro-Credit
Program

Model Explanation: Travanco’s Micro-Credit Program operates using the Joint Liability Group (JLG) model. Under this structure, small groups of 5–10 women farmers (Farmer Interest Groups – FIGs) collectively avail loans. Group members provide mutual guarantees for repayment, significantly reducing risk and fostering strong community accountability.

Reach and Coverage

Digital & Technological Interventions

Project Sunrise

Overview: Project Sunrise is Travanco’s flagship agricultural initiative, strategically designed to holistically revitalize farming communities by enhancing agricultural productivity, income diversification, and overall community welfare.

Mushroom Cultivation

Scalability

The initiative demonstrates substantial scalability due to its low initial investment, robust market demand, high profit margins, and potential for government subsidies and financial support.

Success Stories

Farmers have successfully transitioned from traditional farming methods to mushroom cultivation, significantly boosting their income by 3 to 4 times, enhancing their financial independence and community status.

Future Strategic Projects

Input Supply Chain Expansion

Community Benefits

Technology Integration

Adoption of precision farming technologies including drones, GPS mapping, and realtime monitoring systems.

Training and capacity-building workshops for optimal technology utilization.

Travanco remains dedicated to creating innovative, impactful projects designed to sustainably enhance the livelihoods of Kerala’s farming communities, ensuring long-term rural prosperity.