Consulting

Clear advice for your farm or agri-business, 1:1

Bring your plan, your numbers or your problem. Leave with honest answers and a next step.

Who these calls are for

  • New hydroponic farmers planning a first setup, or fixing one that isn't performing
  • Agri-entrepreneurs exploring a farm, an agri-tech product or a service business
  • Investors who want a practical view on a hydroponics or agri-tech project before they commit
  • FPOs (Farmer Producer Organisations) considering protected cultivation, automation or shared infrastructure
  • Startups building in agri-tech or farm hardware who want a founder's perspective

Not a fit? If you need a full project report, site visit or ongoing management, mention it in your booking and I'll tell you honestly whether I can help. [FOR APPROVAL: whether to offer site visits / retainers later]

Choose your call

Both calls are online, one-to-one.

Quick Q&A

30 minutes

₹1,999

Best for: specific questions, a second opinion, “am I on the right track?”

  • 30-minute video call (Google Meet or Zoom) [PLACEHOLDER: confirm platform]
  • Answers to up to 3–4 focused questions sent in advance
  • A short written summary of key points by email within 48 hours [FOR APPROVAL: summary turnaround]
Book 30-min call
Most thoroughReview

60 minutes

₹4,999

Best for: reviewing a farm plan, an existing farm, a budget, a business model or a pitch.

  • Pre-call questionnaire so we use every minute well
  • I review your documents beforehand (layout, quotes, budget, photos, pitch deck) [FOR APPROVAL: limit, e.g. up to 10 pages]
  • 60-minute video call
  • Written summary with recommendations and next steps within 3 working days [FOR APPROVAL: summary turnaround]
Book 60-min review

Prices in Indian rupees. [PLACEHOLDER: “inclusive of GST” / “plus GST” / “GST not applicable”: confirm with CA]

Topics people usually bring

  • Choosing a system: NFT, DWC, dutch bucket or vertical
  • Polyhouse, greenhouse or indoor: what fits your site and budget
  • Crop selection and who will actually buy your produce
  • Realistic setup costs, running costs and payback
  • Nutrients, dosing and water quality
  • Automation and IoT: sensors, Controllers and farm software, what's worth it and what isn't
  • Reviewing vendor quotes
  • Building or pitching an agri-tech or hardware startup in India

I'll always give you vendor-neutral advice. If a question touches Growloc's products, I'll say so openly. [FOR APPROVAL: conflict-of-interest wording]

Payment at launch: UPI

How booking works

  1. Choose your call. 30-min Quick Q&A (₹1,999) or 60-min Review (₹4,999).
  2. Pay by UPI. Scan the QR code or pay to UPI ID sanketjiwane2008@okhdfcbank. Please add your name and “30 min” or “60 min” in the payment note.
  3. Send the screenshot. Email or WhatsApp your payment screenshot to [PLACEHOLDER: email / WhatsApp number] with your name, phone number and a line about what you'd like to discuss.
  4. Pick your slot. Within [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. 24 working hours] you'll receive a Calendly link to choose a time that suits you, plus a short pre-call form. [PLACEHOLDER: Calendly links for the 30-min and 60-min events (sent by email after payment is verified)]
  5. Meet. Join the video call at your chosen time. Your summary follows by email.
UPI QR code to pay Sanket Jiwane (UPI ID sanketjiwane2008@okhdfcbank)

Pay ₹1,999

UPI ID: sanketjiwane2008@okhdfcbank

Payment note:

Open in my UPI app

Scan the QR with any UPI app (Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm, BHIM and others) and enter the amount shown. I will never ask for your UPI PIN or OTP.

Razorpay checkout coming soon, so you'll be able to pay by card, UPI or net banking in one step. Reschedule and refund rules are in the Refund & Reschedule Policy.

Questions

Is this a site visit?

No. Calls are online. If you need a site visit, mention it and we'll discuss whether it's possible. [PLACEHOLDER: site-visit availability and pricing, if any]

Can I get a recording?

You're welcome to record for your own use if we both agree at the start of the call. [FOR APPROVAL: recording policy]

Can my partner or team join?

Yes, up to [PLACEHOLDER: e.g. 3] people on the same call.

Do you sign NDAs?

[PLACEHOLDER: Sanket's NDA position, e.g. “For the 60-min review, I can sign a simple mutual NDA on request.”]

Will you recommend Growloc products?

My advice is independent. If a Growloc product is relevant, I'll disclose that I lead the company and give you alternatives too. [FOR APPROVAL: conflict-of-interest wording]

Do I get an invoice?

Yes, an invoice is emailed after payment. [PLACEHOLDER: invoicing name (personal / proprietorship / entity) and GST details]

What is your reschedule and refund policy?
  • Reschedule: free reschedule once, if you tell us at least 24 hours before the call.
  • Cancellation more than 48 hours before the call: full refund to the original UPI account within 7 working days.
  • Cancellation between 24 and 48 hours before the call: 50% refund, or a free reschedule.
  • Cancellation within 24 hours or no-show: no refund; one reschedule may be offered at my discretion.
  • If I need to cancel or reschedule: you choose a new slot or a full refund.
  • Not happy? If you feel the call didn't help, write within 48 hours and we'll make it right, whether with a follow-up session or a partial refund.
  • Unbooked payments: if you pay but don't book a slot within 30 days, write to us for a refund or extension.

Read the full policy

Ready to talk?

Pick a call, pay by UPI, and get your booking link.