Narayan Lal Gurjar, the founder and CEO of EF Polymer, has a mission to solve one of agriculture’s most pressing issues—water scarcity. Hailing from a farming community in Rajasthan, India, Narayan’s journey into agri-tech was deeply personal, inspired by his father’s struggles with water shortages.
In this episode, Narayan opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, sharing the challenges, setbacks, and successes in creating a sustainable, food waste-derived solution that helps farmers thrive in water-scarce areas. He reflects on the importance of perseverance and resourcefulness, stressing how crucial these traits were in transforming his idea into a reality. Narayan also touches on the critical role mentorship, education, and community support played in his growth.
Join us for an insightful conversation on innovation, sustainability, and how Narayan’s vision is making a lasting impact on both farmers and the planet. Discover the trials of building a startup from the ground up and the valuable lessons that have shaped his path toward empowering millions of farmers worldwide.
Highlights
00:00 Introduction to Narayan Lal Gurjar and EF Polymer
02:32 Narayan's Early Life and Inspiration
12:10 The Journey of Innovation and Prototype Development
26:30 Overcoming Challenges and Building a Startup
29:18 Innovative Solutions for Water Scarcity
30:54 Overcoming Challenges in Entrepreneurship
41:23 Key Learnings and Reflections
46:56 Scaling and Future Aspirations
48:14 What Not to Do as an Entrepreneur
Follow Narayan and his team at EF Polymer here: https://efpolymer.com/
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