🌾 OBAOL Agro Trade Course — Full Roadmap

(Structured for YouTube | Interactive | Action-Based)

🏗️ PHASE 1: FOUNDATION MODULES (Understanding the Industry)

🎯 Goal: Build clarity — what is trade, how it works, and how India fits into the global market.
📚 Result: After these modules, anyone can understand the concepts and ecosystem of agro trading.

Module 1: Introduction to Agro Trade

• Why this course exists
• What is agro trading (domestic vs international)
• Who this course is for
• What you’ll learn and how you’ll use it

Module 2: India’s Agro Industry & Opportunities

• Overview of Indian agro ecosystem
• Why India is a powerful domestic + export market
• Who are the key players in the agro trade chain
• What makes each product type unique

Module 3: Understanding Trade (Domestic + International Basics)

• What is “trade” really (simple examples)
• Domestic vs international explained visually
• The path of a product from farm to buyer
• The idea of value addition and profit

Module 4: Market Understanding & Product Knowledge

• Researching agro products
• Where to find market prices and trends
• How to decide which product to trade
• Product seasonality, quality grades, and shelf life

Module 5: Logistics, Transport & Storage

• How goods move (road, rail, sea, air)
• When to use what — cost, time, and product sensitivity
• Packaging and storage essentials
• Example: moving cardamom vs turmeric

Module 6: Incoterms & Payment Terms Explained

• Incoterms (EXW, FOB, CIF, etc.) — explained with stories
• Payment terms (Advance, LC, DP, DA)
• How to choose safe terms for small traders
• Live examples of how terms change profit margins

Module 7: Documents & Legal Setup

• Key documents (GST, IEC, invoice, BL, certificate of origin)
• How and where to apply for them
• Simple explanation of trade paperwork
• Demo: reading a real invoice or BL

Module 8: Buyer & Supplier Connection

• Finding genuine buyers and suppliers
• Platforms, associations, and communities (GAIN, etc.)
• Verification and first communication tips
• How to create a strong, clear product profile

Module 9: Risk & Scam Prevention

• Common scams in agro trade
• How to verify companies, emails, and registrations
• Payment safety tips and red flags
• How to build trust and long-term relationships

✅ At this point: Learners fully understand how the agro trade world works conceptually.
👉 Next: the real operational system.

⚙️ PHASE 2: OPERATIONAL MODULES (Doing the Real Work)

🎯 Goal: Teach the practical system — how to respond to inquiries, quote prices, verify companies, and manage trade professionally.
📚 Result: Learners can handle real inquiries, understand how to quote, and run an actual trade process.

Module 10: How to Work Out an Inquiry

• What an inquiry looks like (domestic vs international examples)
• What information to check before replying (quantity, quality, terms)
• How to calculate cost and prepare a quotation
• Example: Responding to a buyer inquiry for turmeric

Action:
Prepare one sample quotation using your template (Excel/sheet).

Module 11: How to Verify a Buyer or Supplier

• Step-by-step company verification process
  • Check website, GST, CIN, IEC, reviews, export data
  • Use tools like DGFT, MSME portal, or Import Export Data
• Red flags & safe checks before payments

Action:
Pick one company online and verify its authenticity.

Module 12: How to Quote & Negotiate

• How to calculate your offer price (cost + margin + transport + tax)
• How to include Incoterms in your quote
• Negotiation tips for beginners
• Real-life example: Quoting for FOB Chennai vs CIF Dubai

Action:
Prepare a quotation and practice negotiation via role-play.

Module 13: Shipment & Execution

• Once the deal is confirmed — what happens next
• Booking transport, packing, inspection, customs clearance
• Understanding insurance and shipping documents
• Step-by-step walkthrough of an export shipment

Action:
Build a “shipment checklist” from order to delivery.

Module 14: Payment Collection & Closing the Deal

• Common payment methods and timing
• LC, bank transfer, and partial advance explained
• Managing currency exchange and delays
• Confirming payment safely

Action:
Fill out a sample payment tracking sheet.

Module 15: Review, Mistakes & Growth

• Common mistakes new traders make
• How to review and learn from your first deal
• How to expand with confidence
• Motivation: “From beginner to trusted trader”

Action:
Write your “first trade plan” using everything learned.

📋 Course Flow Summary

Each module includes:

• 1 clear concept
• 1 small practical task
• Real-world connection

🎥 How to Present It (for YouTube)

In your intro video, say:

“In the first few modules, we’ll understand how the system works.
Then, in later modules, I’ll show you how to work with inquiries, verify companies, and actually trade step by step.
So even if you watch just one video, you’ll be able to do something real with it.”

🌍 PHASE 3: GLOBAL UNDERSTANDING & STRATEGIC INSIGHT

🎯 Goal: Understand why international trade exists, how global markets shape prices, and where opportunities lie for Indian agro products.
📚 Result: Gain clarity on why trading happens and how to strategically position yourself in global markets.

Module 16: Why Global Trade Exists

Concepts:

• Why countries trade — demand and surplus
• Example: “India exports spices because we grow more than we consume.”
• How international trade balances shortages and surpluses
• How consumers, farmers, and traders form the global value chain

Action:
Pick one agro product and find out which countries import it most (using a trade data site).

Module 17: Understanding the Global Agro Market

Concepts:

• How global pricing works
• Factors influencing prices (climate, demand, logistics, currency)
• How one country’s harvest affects another’s import price
• Understanding commodity cycles

Action:
Compare prices of one product (e.g., turmeric) in India vs an importing country using real data.

Module 18: How to Research International Markets

Concepts:

• Where to find international market data (APEDA, ITC Trademap, FAO, etc.)
• How to interpret trade data and spot trends
• Understanding import/export volumes and top trading partners

Action:
Visit a trade data site and identify top 3 importing countries for a chosen product.

Module 19: How to Evaluate Product Potential

Concepts:

• What makes a product good for export (demand, shelf life, price stability)
• When not to export — low margin, high logistics risk, oversupply
• Choosing the right product for your location and capacity

Action:
Create a “Product Opportunity Sheet” — 3 products, export potential, challenges.

Module 20: Building a Global Trade Mindset

Concepts:

• Think long-term — build reputation, not just one deal
• How global traders understand cultural differences
• Staying updated with global agro news

Action:
Follow one trusted agro news source (FAO, Trademap, or GAIN).
Optional: Show how Indian products reach kitchens worldwide.

Bonus Module 21: India’s Role in the World Agro Market

Concepts:

• India’s top exports and global importance (spices, rice, pulses)
• How Indian traders shape global agro trade
• Why quality, branding, and packaging raise global value

Action:
Identify one Indian product with global recognition and one with untapped potential.

⚙️ 3 Phases in the Full Journey

💡 How to Present This (for YouTube or Live Sessions)

Say something like:

“In the first part, I’ll teach you the basics — how the agro system and trade work.
In the second part, I’ll show you exactly how to handle buyers, verify companies, and manage inquiries.
And in the final part, we’ll explore global markets — why trading happens, how prices move, and how to choose your products smartly.”

✨ End of Course Roadmap Created by OBAOL — Building India’s Trusted Agro Trade Future