Dongaon Local – An all women micro-enterprise
Dongaon Local is a women-led initiative rooted in love—for ghee, for the land, and for the legacy of Dongaon. What began as a simple idea has grown into a collective of homemakers and farmers who are reviving traditional methods of ghee-making with care and intention. Every batch carries the essence of our kitchens—slow-crafted, nutrient-rich, and deeply nostalgic. But more than that, it’s about reclaiming agency. In a village once shaped by patriarchal norms, we’re building something new: a space where women lead, earn, and thrive—together. Through food, we’re nurturing community, tradition, and quiet revolution.
Started on
2022
Products sold
450 units
About founders
Neeraja, who goes by Farmwaalee, is a designer and a 6th generation farmer. With deep roots in the soil of Dongaon, she feels a quiet responsibility to carry forward the traditions and wisdom that have been passed down through generations.
Ronak, on the other hand, is a city soul— drawn to building ventures, products, and meaningful ideas that spark change. Their worlds met at NYUCT Design Labs, where curiosity collided with purpose — and that’s where Dongaon Local was born.
What motivated us
Dongaon Local began as a humble experiment—to share the taste of our home with the world. Rooted in the love for artisanal, homemade ghee, our journey is a tribute to the nutty, nostalgic aroma that once filled Indian kitchens. Run by our proud women producers—homemakers and farmers—Dongaon Local has grown from challenging patriarchal norms to building a deeply empowering community.
Every batch of our ghee is traceable to its origin, crafted with care, and made in harmony with the cows we cherish and the land we nurture. We’re just getting started—reviving the systems on micro-scale, reclaiming traditions, and spreading the joy of good, honest ghee.
SDG goals we align with
What amount of funds are you looking for and where will it be deployed?
₹ 2,00,000
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