Story of unusual grit, natural oats

Li Gangling's faith in chemical-free farming turns around food venture in Inner Mongolia

Having lost his homes, cars, and 60 million yuan ($8.7 million) in the first three years (2012-14) of his organic farming business, Li Gangling, founder of oatmeal powder brand North Mongolia, is thrilled to see his oat farm as one of the world's largest now.

"Food safety and nutrition require no chemical remains. I want my products to be the best in the market. That encouraged me to say no to chemical fertilizers, pesticides and herbicides during the initial years," said Li.