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At a glance
20 Lakhs - 30 Lakhs
Investment Range
6 - 10
Franchise Count
2,001 - 5,000 sq.ft
Area Required
On Inquiry
Payback Period
9
Years in Franchising

Open Thought Retail Private Limited Franchise

Empowering Farmers and Nurturing Health: Discover Farmer’s Best Organic Super Market Franchise

At Farmer’s Best, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the organic food industry while creating business opportunities. We collaborate with multiple Farmer Producer Organizations across Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra. Our vision, Farmer’s Best, bridges the gap between farmers and consumers (F2C) by offering fair prices and connecting producer institutions to markets (B2B).

Here’s What Sets Us Apart:

A family of 26 FPOs and 30 Organic Certified companies, working with over 10,000 certified or converting farmers. A one-stop destination for all certified organic products, catering to your household needs. Our Approach:

We work directly with farmers, assisting them in production planning, adopting organic methods, crop management, bio-inputs, and post-harvest practices. We also aid in building producer institutions. As part of our commitment to sustainability, we procure agricultural and allied products from these producer institutions, ensuring the best prices and premiums, thanks to their dedication to environmental concerns and organic practices.

Our Product Range:

Cereals: RNR Rice, Sonamasuri Rice, Semi-polished Rice, Brown Rice, Red Rice, Wheat & Multigrain Atta, Oats, Quinoa. Pulses: Masoor, Matki Dal, Rajma, Toor Dal, Black gram, Bengal gram, Horse gram. Flours: Whole Wheat, Barley, Sonamasoori, Red rice, Brown rice flour, oats flour, Millet Flours. Millets: Finger Millet, Foxtail Millet, Sorghum, Pearl Millet, Little Millet, Kodo Millet, Barnyard Millet. Spices: Coriander, Jeera, Fenugreek, Bay Leaf, Nutmeg, Ginger, Chillies, Turmeric, Garlic, Onions, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove & Pepper. Sweeteners: Brown sugar, Sugarcane Jaggery, Sugarcane Jaggery powder, Palm jaggery & Palm Jaggery powder. Oils: Groundnut oil, Sunflower Oil, Sesame oil & Mustard Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oils. Personal care products: Henna, Herbal soaps & Bubblenut shampoo powder. Home Care: Surface Cleaners, Detergents. As part of our commitment, Farmer’s Best manages expired or damaged products unless the issue arises from the franchise.

Franchise Role:

To become a franchisee, you must meet the following requirements:

Submit a formal application to the franchisor. Have a dedicated retail space of at least 600 sq ft, either owned or on a long-term lease. Preferably, provide space for a warehouse. Invest in furniture, fixtures, and equipment. Make a refundable security deposit to the franchisor. Avoid entering similar business agreements with other companies during the contract period. Comply with all relevant laws and licenses. What the Franchisor Offers:

Exclusive territorial rights within a specific geographical location. Regular supply of goods and commodities. Quality assurance. Responsibility for transportation damage. Support for promotional activities. Introduction of new products to boost sales. Routing online orders to the franchise from the franchise’s location. Ready to embark on this organic journey with us? Connect now to learn more about our franchise model.

Retail Organic Products B2C Semi-Absentee Individual
Investment and financials
Cost overview
Investment range 20 Lakhs - 30 Lakhs
Franchise / Brand fee On Inquiry
Royalty / Commission On Inquiry
Investment tier Mid-High
Area required 2,001 - 5,000 sq.ft
Staff required 1 - 4
Setup complexity Simple
Business term 8 Years
Renewal available Yes
Returns outlook
Expected monthly revenue
₹2.1L – 6.2L
Revenue model Low
Business model B2C
Break-even
Capital payback On Inquiry
Capital sensitivity Low
Investor fit profile
Operations
Operation mode Semi-Absentee
Location type Any
Property required Any
Home-based possible Yes
Can run part-time Yes
Primary customer Individual
Market characteristics
Seasonality High
Recession resistance High
Digital integration High
Years in franchising 9 Years
Avg units / year 1.1
Ideal for
Established small business owner Mid-level corporate professional
Expansion territories

Accepting franchise applications in 13 states & UTs

Franchise support
Provided by brand
Not provided by brand
Data not available
Tax System Inclusion
Franchise Manuals
Head Office Support
Field Assistance
Agreement Template
Marketing Co-op Fund
Training and agreement details
Training location
In Store
Business term
8 Years
Renewal available
Yes
Brand strength
9 Years
Years Franchising
1.1
Avg Units / Year
2016
Founded
B
Brand Tier
B
Tier B — Growing brand with expanding presence
A+Established AMature BGrowing CStartup
Growing
Forefind rank history
Current rank
#37
Retail category
2025
Moved up 64 places since 2020
Based on Forefind scoring model
Licences and compliance
Required licences and registrations for operating this franchise in India. Requirements may vary by state and city tier.
FSSAI
Organic Certification
Setup complexity:
Simple

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