Client
Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS)
Industry
Agriculture
Challenge
Labor-intensive manual washing methods led to significant post-harvest losses, impacting profitability and market demand.
Background
Hundreds of farmers of the Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS) of southern India were facing a challenge that was eating away their profits.
This farmers’ society is well-known for their high-quality vegetable produce. However, they struggled to meet market standards due to inefficiencies caused by traditional manual washing methods.
Farmers of the FCS needed a scalable and cost-justifiable vegetable washer to:
- Reduce post-harvest losses
- Improve produce hygiene and appeal
- Increase profits
Challenges
FCS faced several pressing issues in their post-harvest operations:
Time-Consuming Manual Process
Farmers relied on labor-intensive hand-washing methods that were slow and inconsistent.
Inconsistent Hygiene Standards
Soil, pesticides, and other contaminants were often left on vegetables, which reduced their appeal to buyers.
High Labor Costs
Manual washing required extensive manpower and water, driving up operational expenses.
Post-Harvest Losses
Up to 15% of produce was lost due to spoilage and rejection caused by inadequate cleaning.
Solution: Nexgen Multipurpose Vegetable Washer

FCS turned to NexGen’s Multipurpose Vegetable Washer to modernize their operations and tackle these challenges head-on.
Key Features and Benefits:
Thorough Cleaning
Effectively removes soil, pesticides, and contaminants from various vegetables.
High Capacity
Processes large volumes quickly, saving time during peak harvests.
Water Recycling System
Reduces water usage, promoting cost efficiency and sustainability.
Gentle Handling
Protects delicate produce, ensuring market-ready quality.
Easy to Use
Its user-friendly design requires minimal operator training.
Implementation
Nexgene adopted a phased approach to integrate the Multipurpose Vegetable Washer into FCS’s operations:
- Phase 1: Assessment : Evaluated existing workflows and identified bottlenecks in the washing process.
- Phase 2: Installation : Set up the vegetable washer at the cooperative’s central post-harvest facility.
- Phase 3: Training : Provided hands-on training to operators to maximize machine efficiency and performance.
- Phase 4: Monitoring :Monitored operations and fine-tuned processes to handle varying types of vegetables seamlessly.
Results
The implementation of the Multipurpose Vegetable Washer delivered remarkable outcomes:
27% Increase in Profitability
Cleaner and market-ready produce led to fewer rejections. Additionally, reduced labor dependency further improved profit margins
20% Increase in Efficiency
Washing processes became faster and more reliable, increasing efficiency during peak harvest season.
Client Testimonial
“We used to spend hours washing vegetables by hand, and it was exhausting. Now, with the NexGen washer, we can get the job done so much faster, and our vegetables look fantastic. Our customers love them! It’s made a huge difference for our farmers and our cooperative.”
– President, Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS)
Conclusion
The case of Nexgen’s Multipurpose Vegetable washer, used effectively by the Farmers Cooperative Society, proves that progress in agriculture isn’t always about giant leaps forward. Sometimes, it’s about smart and practical solutions that solve everyday challenges.
The machine tackled the often-overlooked task of cleaning produce and turned it into a source of efficiency and increased profits.
If you want to make food operations more effective in your farm, catering business, or processing unit, then contact Nexgen’s team today!
Note:
For confidentiality reasons, the actual name of our client has not been disclosed in this case study. Instead, we have used the general name “Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS)” to illustrate the effectiveness of NexGen’s Multipurpose Vegetable Washer. This allows us to respect our client’s privacy while sharing the success and impact of our solution.