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Fresh From Farm (F3) is India’s fastest growing fruits company. Started to solve the challenges of the fruit vendor, F3 is currently operational in New Delhi/ NCR across 400+ vendors! Traditionally a fruit vendor faces challenges including - 1. Early morning visit to APMCs for procurement 2. Heckling with various traders to fulfil his vast SKU basket 3. Sorting, grading and bringing the best pieces for retail at his location of sale All of this is 3-5 hours of pre-work before his actual work of sales even begin. F3 was conceptualised to solve for the entire spectrum of challenges by sourcing #fruits directly from farmers, sorting and grading them at a central location and delivering to the vendors’ doorstep right before his time of sale. We believe a fruit vendor should be meritorious of what he does best - selling fruits; while we take care of everything else for him. Our low MOQs and expansive sku variety allows him to save on cost, time and energy making him earn an additional 15-20% than working with the traditional method. Win-win for everyone! . . . . . . . . #delhistartup #fnv #angelinvesting #angelinvestor #vcfunding #d2c

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Week 27 – Startup spotlight Arya.ag is a grain commerce platform that connects agricultural sellers with buyers. Net revenue of INR 360cr with INR 17cr net profit (FY24) ❇️ Problem statement: Farmers often struggle to decide ‘when’ and ‘to whom’ to sell their produce ❇️ Solution: Offering access to farmgate-level storage, seamless finance, and transparent commerce ❇️ Meet the Founders: Founded by Prasanna Rao, Anand Chandra and Chattanathan Devarajan. Prior to starting Arya.ag, Rao and Chandra worked at ICICI Bank, heading commodity financing and product, respectively ❇️ Key Differentiator: E2E services for producers and buyers, including, warehousing, financing, and market linkage ❇️ Competition: Bijak, DeHaat, Ninjacart ❇️ Investor Insight: Raised ~INR 242cr (~ US$ 29mn) in the latest round. Round was led by existing investors, including Asia Impact, and Quona Capital Post money valuation was ~INR 2,700cr (~US$ 325mn). Company has raised ~ US$ 110mn from investors till date Source: India Startup news, The Arc, VCCircle, YourStory Media Follow us to learn about more exciting startups. Subscribe to our distribution list for early-stage investment insights:https://lnkd.in/drnfwQxD Rohit Rawat Preksha Razdan Kulmani Rana

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Folks, We are delighted to announce that Agri Joy has secured debt fund of INR 30 lakhs from Tides, IIT Roorkee, under the Government of India's Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS). This fund will act as a catalyst for our go-to-market strategies and enable us to scale our sustainable hydroponic farming solutions more efficiently across India and globally. The agricultural sector in India, which employs over 41% of the workforce (NITI Aayog, 2022), is ripe for technological disruption. Hydroponic farming presents a promising solution to address challenges of water scarcity, land degradation, and the need for higher crop yields. However, adoption remains low due to factors like high initial costs and lack of awareness. With this influx of capital, we plan to invest heavily in expanding our sales and marketing efforts, establishing robust distribution networks, and fostering strategic partnerships. This will allow us to increase awareness, accessibility, and adoption of our innovative hydroponic systems among farmers, especially in water-stressed and land-constrained regions. Simultaneously, a portion of the funds will be dedicated to enhancing our R&D capabilities. Our goal is to continually improve system efficiency, automation, and tailor solutions for diverse agricultural contexts, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve in this rapidly evolving domain. Interesting part is, India has the potential to meet 49% of its fresh vegetable demand through hydroponic cultivation (FICCI, 2019) With this strategic funding, we are well-positioned to capitalize on this burgeoning market opportunity, driving sustainable agriculture practices, improving resource efficiency and boosting farmer incomes across the nation and beyond. We are grateful to IIT Roorkee and the Startup India initiative for their support and excited to embark on this transformative growth journey! #sustainableagriculture #hydroponics #startup #growthfunding Agri Joy TIDES, IIT Roorkee Startup India CEO, TIDES IIT Roorkee Rajiv Bose

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#Hiring #BusinessHead_OutputBusiness Fasal started in 2018 with the vision to provide farm-level, crop-specific, and crop-stage-specific actionable intelligence and impact the entire horticulture value chain. Fasal's technology  product (IoT hardware + software) provides precise intelligence on when to irrigate, how much to irrigate when disease or pest pressure is high, what active ingredients to spray, what are the current farm and growth conditions, etc. Fasal has already sold >6,500+ devices that are deployed in our farmer's fields spanning over 85,000 acres across high-value crops like Grape, Pomegranate, Apple, Banana, Citrus, Chilli, Guava, tomato,  across India, and this is only growing as we add more crops to our portfolio. In the next stage of our evolution in 2023, Fasal started the output vertical with the Fresh fruit segment  - Fasal Fresh, targeting the fresh produce output from Fasal farmers who are growing high quality sustainable produce via our technology in their farms. We have gained major traction in our target channels such as Modern Trade, e-commerce, premium retail and across a range of geographies and are today known as a consistent supplier of responsibly grown high-quality produce which has garnered top-of-mind recall and regular demand from consumers.  A big enabler in our quick success in the market has been our deep rooted back-end integration via the IOT business which consists of Fasal’s proprietary devices that feed data into complex, accurate crop science models to generate accurate and timely predictive and descriptive analytics which significantly enhance the quality of farm produce therefore increasing farmer incomes and reducing their cost of production. This also enables us to trace the produce back to the farm to maintain its integrity and to protect our core value proposition of responsibly grown high-quality produce using the Fasal Fresh App ecosystem as the pivotal backbone. All this hard work means that Fasal now has fungible playbooks to drive success at scale, and has now embarked on a very exciting, high-intensity phase of growing the business from X to 10X. The next couple of years will be about scaling-up, reducing operational costs by achieving economies of scale, enhancing margins by building brands based on our core value propositions, and getting into value-added adjacencies around the core fresh and dry product portfolio.  And this is your chance to make history! We are looking for a seasoned senior team-member to spearhead and lead this dynamic, high-intensity phase of our growth in the capacity of a business head. If you’re ready to make a difference and be part of something far bigger, we are all ears, lets chat / share your credentials at [email protected] with subject line - Output Business Head_Your name The detailed JD is attached on this post. PS: Will revert back only to candidatures matching the requirement of the JD.

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BJP Launches CDP-SURAKSHA: Horticulture Farmers to Get Subsidy Through this Digital Platform Now #digitalplatform #horticulture #digitalplatform #subsidy #subsidyscheme #Digitalisation #Surakshaa #farmers #bjpgovernment #DigitalSubsidy

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We have a very active WhatsApp group of early adopter farmers. We have been asked to add a group so that startups in ag can find early adopters. So we are creating a new group called farmgate on WhatsApp. If you are an agtech related startup with questions for early adopter farmers, dm me and I will invite you. #foodishealth

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🍲 D2C Food #Startups: The #India Growth Story in 2024! 🚀 The Indian D2C food space is thriving, with consumers seeking authentic, high-quality, and convenient food options at their doorstep. What’s driving this rapid growth? Here are 3 key trends defining the future of Indian D2C food startups: Sustainability 🌱: With an increased focus on eco-friendly practices, brands like epigamia are switching to sustainable packaging and focusing on ethical sourcing to win customer trust. Personalization 🍛: The trend towards healthier, more tailored options is booming! @HealthifyMe offers personalized diet plans and food recommendations, while brands like iD Fresh are providing customizable dosa batters and ready-to-cook food. Subscription Models 📦: The demand for convenience is huge. Brands like ZappFresh and Licious are leading the way with fresh, high-quality meat and seafood delivered straight to consumers on a subscription basis, catering to the growing preference for premium food options. For D2C food startups in India, focusing on quality, trust, and seamless customer experiences is key to standing out in this crowded market. 💡 What are your thoughts on the Indian D2C food market? Any favorite brands or strategies? Share your insights in the comments below! Coasties . Amol Bhagat Amit Patil #D2C #FoodStartup #Sustainability #IndianStartups #SubscriptionEconomy #StartupIndia #Entrepreneurship

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A Game-Changer for Plant-Based Food in India 🌱 As a vegetarian, it’s inspiring to see GoodDot pushing the boundaries with their 100 Keema Pao carts plan. This move isn’t just another plant-based meat product—it’s a serious attempt to mainstream ethical, accessible eating at a level that hasn’t been done before. The question now: Will this set a new standard for how plant-based brands connect with consumers across India? Would love to know more about it Abhishek Sinha Abhinav Sinha Deepak Parihar. #GoodDot #PlantBasedFuture #FoodInnovation #IndiaEats

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Challenges Faced by Tea Growers in Assam Assam, renowned for its robust tea production, is at a crossroads as its growers face significant challenges that threaten the sustainability of this vital industry. Climate Change: Rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall patterns are impacting crop yields and quality. Many tea estates are experiencing shifts in growing seasons, leading to uncertainty in harvests. Labor Shortages: A declining workforce, compounded by rural-to-urban migration, has left many estates struggling to find skilled labor. This shortage not only affects productivity but also the quality of the tea produced. Market Fluctuations: Price volatility in the global tea market poses a constant threat. Many growers find it difficult to cover production costs, especially when prices dip. This economic pressure is exacerbated by rising input costs for fertilizers and pesticides. Sustainability Practices: As consumers increasingly demand ethically sourced and sustainable products, tea growers face the challenge of adapting to these expectations. Transitioning to organic farming requires investment and training, which may be out of reach for many small growers. Infrastructure Issues: Inadequate transportation and storage facilities hinder timely distribution, affecting both quality and profitability. Addressing these challenges requires collaboration among growers, government, and industry stakeholders to ensure a resilient future for Assam’s tea sector. By fostering innovation and sustainable practices, which can help secure the legacy of Assam tea for generations to come.

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🌱 Wholix India Nutri-Score Evaluation: Nitro Tech by MuscleTech 🌱 At Wholix India, we’re dedicated to providing clear and comprehensive nutritional insights to help you make the best choices for your health. Our latest evaluation focuses on Nitro Tech by MuscleTech, a well-known protein supplement favored by many fitness enthusiasts. 🔍 Nutri-Score Rating: D After a detailed analysis, Nitro Tech by MuscleTech has been rated D on our Nutri-Score scale. This rating is based on a combination of nutritional factors including energy content, saturated fat, sodium levels, and protein content. 💪 Strengths of Nitro Tech: 1) High Protein Content: Nitro Tech offers an impressive 65g of protein per 100g, making it a powerful option for muscle growth and recovery. 2) Creatine Enrichment: Formulated with creatine monohydrate, this supplement is designed to enhance strength and performance, especially useful for those with rigorous workout routines. ⚠️ Areas to Consider: 1) Energy Density: With 350 kcal per 100g, this product has a relatively high energy content, which may not be suitable for those monitoring their calorie intake. 2) Saturated Fat: Containing 2.2g of saturated fat per 100g, this level contributes to the Nutri-Score rating and is something to consider for those managing their fat intake. 3) Sodium Levels: At 424 mg per 100g, the sodium content is on the higher side, which could be a concern for those watching their sodium intake. 🏋️ Is Nitro Tech Right for You? Nitro Tech is formulated for athletes and individuals looking for a high-protein supplement to support their muscle-building goals. While the Nutri-Score D rating highlights some nutritional aspects that may require attention, it’s important to balance these with your personal fitness objectives and dietary needs. At Wholix India, we believe in empowering you with transparent and accurate information. Nutri-Score is one of many tools to guide your nutrition choices, and we encourage you to consider all aspects of a product’s nutritional profile in the context of your own health goals. 💡 Final Thoughts: Understanding the strengths and areas for improvement in products like Nitro Tech allows you to make informed decisions. Whether you’re focused on muscle growth or overall wellness, being informed helps you choose what’s best for your body. Stay informed, stay healthy, and let Wholix India guide you on your journey to optimal nutrition and well-being! 🌟 #WholixIndia #NutriScore #NutritionEvaluation #FitnessNutrition #MuscleTech #NitroTech #HealthAndWellness #InformedChoices #BalancedNutrition #ProteinPowder #Fitness #Food #Fssai

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The e-NAM (Electronic National Agriculture Market) is a transformative initiative launched in 2016 to unify Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) across India through a digital trading platform. It has significantly enhanced market transparency by enabling real-time price discovery and reducing transaction costs through the elimination of intermediaries. By providing farmers direct access to buyers nationwide, e-NAM has improved market access and increased competition, leading to better pricing. Moreover, the adoption of paperless transactions has lessened administrative burdens. However, challenges persist, such as limited digital literacy among farmers, inadequate rural infrastructure, and the need for standardized quality assessment mechanisms. Additionally, issues surrounding timely payments and dispute resolution, along with the seamless integration of e-NAM with existing APMC systems, require attention. To maximize its potential, these areas must be addressed to create a more efficient and inclusive market environment for Indian farmers.

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Industry giant in the making? Or yet another fund backed startup goes belly up? Noveltech Feeds Pvt Ltd. A company invested in by Goldman Sachs in 2018, is a leader in the animal nutrition sector, particularly in commercial poultry feed. Headquartered in Mumbai, Noveltech Feeds operates 18 manufacturing units across India and maintains a comprehensive dealer and distributor network. The company has made significant acquisitions, including Rohini Minerals Private Limited, NutriKraft, and Neogenetics Foods, expanding its footprint in the industry. Recently, it ventured into the edible oils and solvent extraction business, acquiring an integrated oilseed processing plant with a refinery. Goldman Sachs’ investment strategy in Noveltech Feeds aims to optimize product formulation, manufacturing processes, and human resources while looking for additional acquisition opportunities to drive growth. Here are the key areas where Noveltech Feeds has influenced the industry: -Market Expansion and Leadership -Technological Innovation -Acquisitions and Integration -Support for Farmers -Environmental and Sustainability Initiatives Now this is where it gets interesting, Despite its growth, Noveltech Feeds has faced financial challenges. As of early 2023, the company has encountered operational losses, leading to a downgraded credit rating by CRISIL. The rating was lowered from stable to negative, indicating concerns about its credit risk profile due to continued losses and increasing debt. They have since made substantial changes to their acquisition strategies and still continue their journey in the poultry Industry. #goldmansachs #animalnutrition #poultry #akfoodandbeverages #akfnb #noveltech #economicgrowth #startup #animalfeed

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#StartUpIndia or #StartUpAmericano 😀 Bass Yehi Jeevan Ka Satya Reh Gaya Hai! A Man collected a massive Dowry to run his future family & via same is funding his kids education and yet asking for a equity or interest for the same 😷 Gazabe Hain! 🫡

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At Snackfax we belive the biggest opportunity is institutionalization. As you club this with awareness ( content led exposure) 1. the speed becomes 4X, 2. Consumption of new product improves margins. In the recent conversation with Vishal we covered exactly these nuances. Check our the full conversation for more insights: https://lnkd.in/g9mjrai6

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𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗮 𝘃𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲? I recently had an interesting conversation with Shreya Mukherjee from India Food Network about how mushrooms are becoming a popular meat substitute. During our chat, we uncovered one big misconception: "𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁." In reality, fresh mushrooms are about 90% water and only contain around 3g of protein per 100g – 𝘀𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟯% 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻. Despite this, mushrooms are still an amazing meat alternative for several reasons: 𝟭. 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗶𝗻 Mushrooms contain all the essential amino acids, giving them a protein profile that's similar to meat. Compared to other plant-based sources like peas or brown rice, mushrooms offer a complete amino acid profile, making them a solid protein option.   𝟮. 𝗙𝗶𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 Did you know mushrooms are loaded with both soluble and insoluble fiber? On a dry weight basis, they contain up to 30% fiber – some even have up to 80%! Compare that to meat, which has zero fiber, or veggies like spinach (8%) and bananas (5%). 𝟯. 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝘁 Mushrooms are naturally low in fat, making them a great option if you’re looking to cut down on fat but still want to enjoy a hearty meal.   𝟰. 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 Mushrooms are full of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like B vitamins, selenium, and ergothioneine, which help keep your body healthy and energized. 𝟱. 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 Mushroom farming has a much smaller environmental footprint compared to meat production. It uses fewer resources like land, water, and energy, making it a more eco-friendly choice. While mushrooms may not be as protein-dense as meat, they’re still a nutrient-rich, fiber-packed, and sustainable alternative with a complete amino acid profile. Plus, they’re super versatile in the kitchen! Want to dive deeper into why mushrooms are the ultimate meat alternative? Check out my full conversation with Shreya from India Food Network – https://lnkd.in/gjk8vpV7

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In one of those rare moments, for the first time in years, we have the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) releasing report after report that highlight the problems existing in our food environment. We’ve all seen many big food companies under the scanner lately, criticized for selling sugary and chemical loaded food & beverages labeled as “healthy.” A lot of people, including me, have hated this never shifting status-quo of the food industry - never truly acting upon what is good for the consumer, siding with big manufacturers, and disappointing more aware consumers time and again. These new guidelines that propose thresholds on added sugar content are more than welcome because health markers have indeed been declining globally, and even more so in India. 👉🏻According to WHO, more than 400 million people have diabetes, a 4x jump from 1980. It’s also the eighth-leading cause of death. 👉🏻Closer to home, NIN-ICMR recently found that 56% of our disease burden is attributed to unhealthy, unbalanced diets that lack essential nutrients Understandably, the new suggested norms will pose troubles to the packaged food industry at large, especially the larger F&B companies. Entire formulations will have to be changed if this comes to pass. However, this is just a small step towards restoring consumer trust in the food industry, and with many more to come…I am all for it! Hopefully, this will pave the way for better regulatory measures. What do you think? Was this a much-needed move that holds manufacturers accountable for the wellbeing of the Indian consumer, or, is it impractical as many F&B leaders have spoken out? #PublicHealth #NutritionGuidelines #PackagedFoods #DiabetesPrevention #FoodReformulation #ConsumerTrust

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🌟 Arya.ag, the Noida-based agritech startup, has just raised a whopping ₹242.36 crore (approximately $29.2 million) in fresh funding from its existing investors. 🌿💰 This marks the company’s first funding round since January 2022. The board of Arya.ag passed a special resolution to issue 53,695 CCPS at an issue price of ₹45,137 each, resulting in a post-allotment valuation of approximately ₹2,700 crore or $325 million. 📊👏 Arya.ag, known for its grain commerce platform connecting agri producers and buyers, has been on a remarkable growth trajectory. In FY23, its gross scale surged by 49.48% year-on-year to ₹290 crore, while its profit ballooned 11X to ₹7.58 crore. The company continued its impressive performance in FY24, with net revenue reaching ₹360 crore and a net profit of ₹17 crore. 🌐🌾 #AryaAg #Agritech #StartupFunding #Investment #Innovation #BusinessGrowth #TechForGood #Startup #India #BelieveIndia To read more in detail, click below:👇 https://lnkd.in/gFC53AXs

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Beyond #interpretation of its name, Agrifeeder Agricultural Services Private Limited is engaged in #manufacturing different #agriculture based #FMCG products also. When the deadly #pandemic hits the #country in 2020, some #farmers stucked with their stocks of #lemongrass leaves. They discussed their #problems with us and after some researches we came out with a product to provide #substitute_of_tea to the #world which is #caffeine_free, #aromatic, #highly_beneficial for #health and #good in #taste. Since, developing #Rural_Industrialization is in our #motto and we noticed #employment_generation #opportunity through this #product and finally we launched lemongrass based #herbal_tea as our maiden product and we never looked back. Today we have many products listed on our #catalogue but #Herbal_Brew remains the #hero of all. In 2020, #fourth #quarter we succeed to achieving a #sales #revenue of ₹4 lakhs, In FY 2021-22 we #achieved a total sales revenue of ₹7.5 lakhs, Later on in FY 2022-23 it #grows upto ₹13 lakhs and sales revenue of ₹19 lakhs through this product in FY 2023-24. This continuous #growth keeps us motivated. Today Agrifeeder 's #Lemongrass_Herbal_Brew is available in #six different #flavours in more than 150 stores of #Bihar #NewDelhi #Bangalore #Kolkata also available on different #e-commerce platforms Flipkart Amazon Meesho. You can also place your order on www.agrifeeder.com using #coupon_code_AGRI40 on your first order to get a discount. Have a sip of #Herbal_Brew in this burning summer and thanks to our #incubators, #investors #mentors #consumers for their #support and believe on our team with coolness. Department of Industries, Government of Bihar RKVY-RAFTAAR Agribusiness Incubator, IIT (BHU) UCO Bank PMFME MOFPI Startup Bihar #startupindia

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