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Knowledge & Growth
அறிவும் வளர்ச்சியும் நிறைந்த தோட்டம்
Founded by K. Senthamizh Selvan — a retired banker from Katpadi who sold his home to buy 3 acres of farmland near Latheri, Vellore. From zero income in year one to 4 tonnes of mangoes annually — a story of pure determination.
From Banker to Nature's Farmer
வங்கியாளரிலிருந்து இயற்கை விவசாயி வரைகு.செந்தமிழ் செல்வன் spent 36 years in banking — watching farmers struggle to repay loans, watching fertile land go barren, and watching a system that rewarded middlemen over the people who grew the food. He couldn't look away.
In 2012, at the age of 60, he mortgaged his home for ₹40 lakhs, bought 3 acres of land near Kalambattu, Latteri — land others had written off as unfit for cultivation. The first year, his income was zero.
By year four, the same barren land was yielding 4 tonnes of mangoes and 10,000 coconuts annually — fully organic and alive with biodiversity. Today, Arivuthottam is a thriving 3-acre farm, a certified agro-tourism destination and an inspiration to thousands of farmers.
What We Stand For
நாங்கள் எதற்காக நிற்கிறோம்We envision a Tamil Nadu where farming is sustainable, profitable and dignified — where degraded soils are restored, chemical-free agriculture is the norm, biodiversity is preserved, and farmers have full access to markets, knowledge and community support.
Arivuthottam's mission is to promote organic and sustainable agriculture, demonstrate integrated farming models, educate farmers, students and consumers about chemical-free food production and preserve traditional agricultural knowledge.
What Guides Us
எங்களை வழிநடத்துவதுThe People Behind Arivuthottam
அறிவுத்தோட்டத்தின் பின்னணி மக்கள்



Milestones Along the Way
எங்கள் பயணத்தில் முக்கிய கட்டங்கள்Those Who Walk With Us
எங்களோடு நடப்பவர்கள்Arivuthottam has been visited by a remarkable range of individuals and organisations — from school students to national authorities — all drawn by the power of one man's organic farming vision.
Prominent visitors include: Members of Farmer Producers Companies, students from DKM College and many institutions, Parents Group from Chennai, Team of the National Bio-Diversity Authority, Tamilnadu Science Forum, residential associations, and organic stores across Tamil Nadu.
Follow Arivuthottam's journey on Facebook for farm updates, Santhai dates and farming knowledge shared daily.
Become a Partner →Arivuthottam on Screen
திரையில் அறிவுத்தோட்டம்From News24 coverage to farmer training programmes and agro-tourism features — Arivuthottam's story has been captured across multiple media channels.









As Featured In
ஊடக கவரேஜ்Arivuthottam has been featured by Polimer TV (4,00,000+ Facebook views), Cauvery News, Jaya TV, Mega TV, Times of India, Indian Express, The Better India, ABP Live Tamil and more.
📰 News & Events →க. செந்தமிழ் செல்வன் எழுதிய சிறப்புக் கட்டுரை — மக்கள் நல சந்தை ஒருங்கிணைப்பாளர், வேலூர்.
Print Feature · TamilNational coverage of Senthamizh Selvan's inspiring journey — from banker to organic farmer in Vellore, Tamil Nadu.
National Print · Bhopal · 2019Mortgaged his house for ₹40 lakh, bought barren land — today earns in lakhs from organic farming.
Read Article →How K. Senthamizh Selvan sold his home and built a model organic farm earning in lakhs.
Read Article →ABP Live Tamil covers the inspiring story of Vellore's K. Senthamizh Selvan.
Read Article →Polimer TV's coverage went viral — 4,000+ shares and 4,00,000+ views on Facebook.
400K+ Views · 4K+ SharesFeatured Arivuthottam's Makkal Nala Santhai — the market without middlemen.
Print Feature · 2026An in-depth interview on organic farming, Tamil Nadu Science Forum involvement, and transforming barren land into a thriving farm in Vellore.
National Agriculture Journal · 2020Journalists, documentary filmmakers and researchers are welcome to visit the farm.
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நீங்கள் அறிய விரும்புவதுJoin the Arivuthottam Community
அறிவுத்தோட்டம் சமூகத்தில் சேருங்கள்Whether you are a farmer wanting to restore your soil, a student wanting to learn organic techniques, a family wanting fresh chemical-free produce, or a visitor wanting to experience a biodiversity-rich farm in Vellore — Arivuthottam welcomes you.
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