Posted on 29 June 2025:

Cultivating Dreams: The Rise of Mushtek Mushrooms in South India

With roots in rural Tamil Nadu and a vision sprouting with purpose, Dharmadhurai—founder of Mushtek Mushrooms—is transforming the agricultural landscape of South India. 

A 2020 agriculture graduate, he channelled his academic foundation and entrepreneurial spirit into cultivating premium Milky Mushrooms. 

Within a year, his farm blossomed into a thriving hub producing 50 kg daily, with the capacity to double. From the bustling markets of Puducherry to the lush corners of Kerala, Mushtek’s fresh, high-quality mushrooms have earned the trust of countless consumers. 

Dharmadhurai’s journey is more than a success story—it’s a testament to how passion and precision can redefine local farming and inspire a generation of agri-innovators.

Empowering Hands, Uplifting Futures: The Social Mission of Mushtek Mushrooms &

Empowering Rural Women

At the heart of Mushtek Mushrooms beats a purpose far deeper than produce.

For founder Dharmadhurai, agriculture is not just a livelihood—it’s a tool for transformation.

By offering sustained employment to rural women for over six months, he’s weaving empowerment into the very fabric of his enterprise. 

His dream is bold: to scale daily mushroom production to 1,000 kg, serve all of Tamil Nadu, and generate ₹5 lakhs+ in monthly revenue—while creating dignified opportunities for those often left behind. 

Guided by his belief that “from the root of a single seed, a transformation begins,” Dharmadhurai is nurturing more than mushrooms—he’s cultivating hope, independence and the promise of a brighter, inclusive tomorrow.

Photos: Dharmadhurai