Entrepreneurship that blends passion, purpose, and sustainability as seamlessly as that of Vaishavi Sinha Bhasin, the founder of Shoonya Farms and co-founder of Walabha Industries. A former professional golfer who played for India and competed on international stages, Vaishavi’s transformation from an elite athlete to an advocate for sustainable farming is a testament to her unwavering commitment to health, environment, and empowering local farmers.
After competing professionally for years, she realized the deeper connection between nutrition, performance, and well-being. With a growing passion for chemical-free farming and farmer empowerment, Vaishavi made a bold transition—from the golf course to cultivating Shoonya Farms, an organic venture dedicated to sustainable farming, and raising the quality of Indian agricultural produce. To embark on a journey toward clean, ethical, and sustainable farming, laying the groundwork for Shoonya Farms and co-founding Walabha Industries.
Shoonya Farms: A Vision for Sustainability
Shoonya Farms began as an initiative to reverse environmental degradation while ensuring top-tier quality dairy and farm produce. Inspired by the concept of "Shoonya"—zero waste, mindful consumption, and environmental harmony, the farm is a testament to ethical agriculture.
Nestled in Greater Noida, Shoonya Farms is home to majestic indigenous cow breeds—Gir, Sahiwal, Tharparkar, and Hariyanvi—that are raised with love and care. The farm also nurtures desi Kadaknath chickens, creating a natural ecosystem where animals thrive in harmony.
Shoonya Farms has expanded beyond organic farming into luxury gifting. By collaborating with corporate clients, the brand customizes organic, sustainable gift boxes catering to high-end consumers who seek ethical products. This initiative not only promotes natural, farm-fresh produce but also strengthens ties between urban markets and farmers, ensuring fair pricing and stable livelihoods.
Shoonya Farms’ Organic Offerings:
Shoonya Farms now delivers over 50+ organic products, including:
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Organic A2 Bilona Ghee
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Raw Nectar Honey
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Cold-Pressed Mustard & Wellness Oils
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Hand-Milled Pulses
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Jams, Biscuits, and Aromatherapy Oils
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Luxury B2B gifting solutions
Through Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Shoonya Farms strengthens the rural agricultural network, ensuring small-scale farmers benefit from market access, fair pricing, and sustainable farming practices.
Walabha Industries: Turning Agricultural Waste into Sustainable Solutions
Beyond organic farming, Vaishavi’s mission for sustainability extended to tackling agricultural waste. As co-founder of Walabha Industries, she pioneered backend integration to convert farm waste into biomass briquettes, a cleaner, more sustainable alternative to coal. These eco-friendly briquettes, crafted from mustard, groundnut, and sawdust waste, provide industries with cost-effective, high-efficiency fuel while addressing fossil fuel dependency and environmental degradation.
How It Works:
Through backend integration, Walabha Industries works directly with farmers, sourcing agricultural residues like groundnut shells, mustard plant waste, and sawdust to manufacture high-efficiency briquettes and pellets. The result? A cleaner, cost-effective fuel solution that is both environmentally sustainable and economically viable. These eco-friendly fuel alternatives address multiple challenges:
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Reduces dependency on fossil fuels while lowering carbon emissions.
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Provides farmers with additional income by repurposing agricultural residues.
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Enhances industrial energy efficiency, offering an affordable, high-GCV biomass solution.
Walabha’s Key Achievements:
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Produced over 1.85 million biomass briquettes
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Collaborated with 7,700+ farmers
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Established a large-scale facility in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
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Secured partnerships with major industries like Hindustan Unilever, Mankind Pharma, and Varun Beverages
Walabha’s impact extends beyond clean energy—it’s giving farmers a reliable income stream, reducing waste, and helping industries cut down their carbon footprint. Walabha’s contribution has led to substantial reductions in industrial pollution and increased efficiency.
A Visionary Leader’s Call to Action
As an agripreneur, Vaishavi envisions a future where agriculture is driven by innovation, purpose, and sustainability. Through Shoonya Farms, she’s ensuring India’s organic food ecosystem flourishes. Through Walabha Industries, she’s reinventing how agricultural waste is repurposed for clean energy to modernize Indian farming while maintaining ethical principles.
Impact and Legacy
With Shoonya Farms poised to become one of India’s leading organic brands and Walabha Industries pioneering biomass energy, Vaishavi Sinha Bhasin’s journey proves that sustainability, profitability, and farmer welfare can coexist. As she continues to expand her reach, her mission remains steadfast: nourish lives, uplift farmers, and fuel industries the right way.
Her Advice to Aspiring Agripreneurs
“Agriculture is a vast field that needs innovation and critical minds dedicated to the betterment of agriculture and farmers. And must have a strong purpose. I encourage more people to work in this sector, identify challenges, and drive improvements.”
With Shoonya Farms reshaping India’s organic food landscape and Walabha Industries pioneering sustainable energy solutions, Vaishavi exemplifies leadership that merges business with environmental responsibility. Her continued efforts strengthen farmer welfare, reduce carbon footprints, and establish India’s agricultural future as both ethical and innovative.
