In the heart of Georgia's Caucasus region lies Tsnori, a town that has become a second home for Punjab farmers who have sown the seeds of success in this distant land.
With their agricultural expertise and resilient spirit, these farmers have transformed fallow land into flourishing farms, bridging the gap between cultures and inspiring local communities.
Among these pioneers is Tarlok Singh Khaira from Punjab’s Deharka village in Ludhiana district, who has called Tsnori home for over a decade.
"In 2012, I landed in Georgia as visa on arrival was available at that time and within 10 days, I purchased land in Tsnori and started cultivation," he shared. Investing his savings earned during his stay in the UK, Tarlok purchased hectares of fertile land, kickstarting his journey into Georgian agriculture.
Similarly, Gurpreet Singh Brar, originally from Faridkot district of Punjab and now settled in Dehradun, also ventured into Georgian farming, purchasing hectares of land for wheat cultivation. Their endeavors didn't go unnoticed by the local community, as many local farmers in Tsnori were inspired to resume farming on fields that had long been left uncultivated.
Tsnori, located in the Kakheti region of Georgia, has seen a resurgence in agriculture thanks to the efforts of these Punjab farmers. Once idle farmlands now bear witness to fields of wheat, barley, sunflower, maize, and vegetables, spanning thousands of hectares.
"The landscape has transformed into greenery, with fields stretching as far as the eye can see," remarked Davit Eliso, a local Georgian farmer. "The once-dormant villages now bustle with activity, thanks to the industriousness of Punjab farmers."
Despite language barriers and cultural differences, the Punjab farmers have integrated themselves into the fabric of Georgian society, promoting a sense of community empowerment and cooperation.
Follow us
