School of Agribusiness, Baramati

What School of Agribusiness, Baramati does

Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture, Baramati (also operating as School of Agribusiness, Baramati) is a private Indian higher-education institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs in agriculture and agribusiness management. It is operated by the Agricultural Development Trust (ADT), a Baramati-based nonprofit trust founded in 1968 (registered 1971) by Sharadchandra Pawar and Dr. Appasaheb Pawar. The college is affiliated with Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri and accredited by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. Core programs include B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture (180 seats), B.Sc. Agribusiness Management (120 seats), M.Sc. Agriculture and Horticulture, MBA Agri (30 seats), and a three-year Agriculture Polytechnic diploma (40 seats). Revenue is generated primarily through annual tuition and academic fees, supplemented by KVK-led inter-state farmer training, COE Dairy extension services, and management-quota admissions.

The institution's technical differentiator is an applied AI-and-precision-agriculture initiative built on Microsoft's FarmVibes.AI platform, which ingests data from soil sensors, drones, and satellites to advise on fertilizer timing, irrigation, and pest management. Reported pilot outcomes include 20% production uplift, 25% fertilizer cost reduction, 8% water reduction, and 12% post-harvest waste reduction in sugarcane cultivation. The campus hosts a 110-acre Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), COE Dairy, COE Vegetables, an ATAL Incubation Center (established 2021), and residential facilities supporting approximately 2,000-6,000 girls across ADT's broader education complex. International partnerships with Van Hall Larenstein University (Netherlands) under 2+2 and 3+1 articulation models, Oxford University's AI Centre of Excellence, and University of Nebraska/USDA position the institution within a global research network. The student pipeline feeds careers in agriculture officer roles, agribusiness management, agri-finance, agri-tech, and competitive civil services, with recent outcomes including UPSC AIR 434 and PSI selections.

Name

School of Agribusiness, Baramati

Legal name

Agricultural Development Trust (ADT), Baramati

Website

https://agricollegebaramati.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2003

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture (School of Agribusiness), Baramati is an ICAR-accredited, MPKV-affiliated Indian agricultural college offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs in agriculture and agribusiness management, with international articulation to VHL Netherlands and applied AI-driven precision farming research via Microsoft FarmVibes.AI.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Other Technical and Trade Schools (611519)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Agricultural Services (700)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAOAOAN

Agribusiness, Farm Management & Compliance

Education/Vocational, Technical & Trade Education/Agriculture, Horticulture & Skilled Trades

Keywords

• Agricultural education programs
• Agribusiness management degrees
• Undergraduate agriculture courses
• Postgraduate agriculture programs
• Agriculture diploma courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Baramati, Maharashtra

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Academic Fees: Revenue generated from undergraduate and postgraduate program fees including B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. ABM, M.Sc. Agriculture, M.Sc. Horticulture, MBA Agri, and Agriculture Polytechnic diploma. Fee structure for 2025-26 is documented (PDF reference available).
2. Scholarship Administration: The college administers government scholarship schemes and institutional scholarships (ADT Best Student award, Dutch Government Scholarship) that reduce net tuition revenue but attract students and enhance enrollment.
3. Training and Outreach Programs: Revenue generated from inter-state training programmes conducted through KVK and COE Dairy for participants from across India, including dairy farm management training and agri-extension services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture, Baramati (School of Agribusiness, Baramati) is a private agricultural higher-education institution offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs in agriculture, horticulture, and agribusiness management. All programs are affiliated with Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri, and the institution holds ICAR accreditation. The college also operates international articulation pathways with Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands) under 2+2 and 3+1 models.

Product overview

Dr. Sharadchandra Pawar College of Agriculture, Baramati is an educational institution offering a portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs in agriculture and allied sciences. The core offerings include B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture, B.Sc. ABM, M.Sc. Agriculture, M.Sc. Horticulture, MBA Agri, and Agriculture Polytechnic Diploma. The institution also offers international study programs through partnerships with Van Hall Larenstein University (VHL) in the Netherlands under 2+2 and 3+1 models. All programs are affiliated with Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), Rahuri, and the institution is ICAR accredited. The college provides practical training through facilities including KVK (Farmers Science Center), COE Dairy, Crop Cafeteria, and AIC Innovation Center.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture Four-year full-time undergraduate program affiliated with MPKV, Rahuri, providing comprehensive training in agronomy, soil science, horticulture, plant breeding, plant protection, agricultural engineering, agribusiness, and sustainable farming practices, with emphasis on hands-on learning and modern agri-technologies. Annual intake capacity of 180 students.
• B.Sc. ABM (Agri Business Management) Four-year full-time undergraduate degree program providing education and training for managerial and entrepreneurial responsibilities in agriculture and allied sectors, covering economic, social, and environmental dimensions of agribusiness. Annual intake capacity of 120 students.
• M.Sc. (Agriculture) Two-year full-time postgraduate program affiliated with MPKV, Rahuri, providing advanced knowledge and research capabilities with specializations in Soil Science and Agri-Business Management. Annual intake capacity of 27 students.
• M.Sc. (Horticulture) Two-year postgraduate program with specializations including Fruit Science, Vegetable Science, Floriculture and Landscape Gardening, Post-Harvest Technology, Protected Cultivation, and Plant Biotechnology.
• MBA Agri Two-year full-time postgraduate program bridging agriculture and business management, equipping students with managerial, analytical, and decision-making skills tailored for the agricultural sector. Annual intake capacity of 30 seats, with CET-based admission through MPKV.
• Agriculture Polytechnic Diploma Three-year diploma program providing foundational knowledge and skills in agri-business and modern technologies, with eligibility for direct entry into the second year of B.Sc. Agriculture. Annual intake of 40 seats (34 regular + 6 management quota).
• International Study Program (2+2 with VHL Netherlands) Collaborative B.Sc. (Honours) Agri-Business Management program where students complete the first two years at the College of Agricultural Business Management, Baramati (under MPKV curriculum) and finish their degree at Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands, with Dutch Government Scholarship eligibility.
• International Study Program (3+1 with VHL Netherlands) B.Sc. (Honours) Agriculture exchange program promoting academic and cultural exchange between the College of Agriculture Baramati and Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands) under the 3+1 concept for international center collaboration.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• University of Nebraska, USAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 March 2025A three-year MoU signed between University of Nebraska (USA), USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), and ADT Baramati in March 2025. The collaboration focuses on AI research applications in soybean and maize cultivation, extending benefits to a larger farming community.
• AIC - ATAL Incubation CentercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021ATAL Incubation Center established in 2021 at ADT campus. Fosters creativity and entrepreneurship among students and local farmers. Platform for agricultural research, incubation, and agri-tech solution development with access to industry professionals, funding, and state-of-the-art technology.
• MicrosoftcoreTechnology or IntegrationMicrosoft launched an agricultural technology project in Baramati in November 2022 in collaboration with ADT Baramati, local experts, and organizations. The project uses FarmVibes.AI, a tool that collects data from soil sensors, drones, and satellites to help farmers optimize fertilizer use, irrigation timing, and pest control. Outcomes include 20% production increase, 25% fertilizer cost reduction, 8% water usage reduction, and 12% post-harvest waste reduction. Satya Nadella publicly acknowledged this initiative.
• Oxford UniversitycoreTechnology or IntegrationGlobal research partnership with Oxford University. Prof. Nilesh Nalawade (CEO) serves as Expert Member at Oxford AI Centre of Excellence. ADT Baramati's AI-driven agriculture work has gained international recognition through this collaboration.
• Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (VHL), NetherlandsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerVHL is the Education Partner offering 2+2 and 3+1 international articulation programs. Students spend initial years at College of Agriculture Baramati (under MPKV curriculum) and complete their degree at VHL campuses in Leeuwarden and Velp, Netherlands. Dutch Government Scholarships are available for participants.
• Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe college is recognized/accredited by ICAR New Delhi, the premier national body coordinating agricultural education. MPKV, Rahuri operates under ICAR's guidance and the college follows ICAR-aligned curriculum standards.
• Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth (MPKV), RahuriflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe college is affiliated with MPKV Rahuri, a premier agricultural university under MCAER Pune, providing curriculum framework, examination systems, and degree conferral. MPKV's affiliation legitimizes all undergraduate and postgraduate programs offered by the college.
• National Institute of Agricultural Sciences Management (NIASM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed between ADT Baramati and NIASM for research collaboration in agricultural sciences management.
• Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth (DRBSKKV), DapoliminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMoU signed between ADT Baramati and DRBSKKV Dapoli for academic and research collaboration in agricultural sciences.
• Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) BaramaticoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKVK Baramati (established 1992) operates on the ADT campus as a Farmers Science Center spanning 110 acres, bridging scientific research and practical farming. KVK conducts inter-state training programmes for farmers across India and supports the college's extension education mission.
• COE Dairy (Centre of Excellence for Dairy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOE Dairy at ADT Baramati provides hands-on demonstration sessions in modern dairy farming including genetically upgraded cow breeds, high-yield fodder, mechanized milking, and milk processing (homogenization and pasteurization). Works with KVK for inter-state training programmes.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/abmcollegebaramati

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about School of Agribusiness, Baramati