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Women entrepreneurs and sustainable brands shine at Lucknow Farmers Market

1 2 Lucknow: Over 5,000 farmers, startups and community groups participated in the Lucknow Farmers Market (LFM) online and offline on Sunday. Organised at Habibullah Estate here, over 80% of the participating entrepreneurs were women, showcasing their produce, including organic dals, spices, fresh vegetables, candles, cosmetics and baked goods. Homegrown brands such as Candlerea, The Masala Box, Our Pasta Lab and Vedic Organic Farming embodied the spirit of mindful consumption at the LFM. "At the heart of the LFM is the belief that nurturing our communities begins with empowering women, honouring mothers and healing our planet," said founder of LFM Jyotsana Kaur favourites included 'Maaji ke Haathon ka Achaar' by Divya Singh, born during the pandemic and Madhu Makkhi, Safura Haider's brand offering organic honey and mustard oil. Other highlights at the market included Just Cakes and Yellow House, which delighted visitors with their colourful array of bakery treats. From freshly baked doughnuts and cupcakes to handcrafted candies and marshmallows, their stalls added a sweet charm to the festive atmosphere. One standout stalls was Combucha Garden by Gopal Krishna Agarwal, startup promoting gut health through handcrafted probiotic founder of Maaji ke Haathon ka Achaar, Divya Singh, said, "During the pandemic, when the world came to a standstill, I found comfort in the kitchen with my mother. That's when 'Maaji ke Haathon ka Achaar' was born not just as a product, but as a memory preserved in every jar. Each flavour is inspired by recipes passed down through generations, made with love and a deep desire to bring the taste of 'ghar ka khana' back to people's lives. It's more than just achaar; it's nostalgia, resilience, and the warmth of home, bottled and shared with the world.""It's a daily dose of natural wellness. Our Combucha is brewed in small batches, with care and conscience, to support gut health while respecting the planet. Through our return-and-recycle model, we're not just nourishing bodies, but also building a sustainable future, one bottle at a time," said the founder of Combucha Garden, Gopal market also promoted Thalassemia Week, in collaboration with BloodConnect, reinforcing health and community care. A book swap station and participation from the Fridays for Future climate movement, led by Ashutosh Tiwari (Pan-India coordinator), brought attention to climate justice and youth music added festive cheer, while heartfelt tributes to mothers created an emotional touch. LFM continues its decade-long journey to support farmers, artisans and entrepreneurs while nurturing both Mother Earth and motherhood through sustainability and shared community values. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Mother's Day wishes , messages , and quotes !