About AgriTech sector in India
The AgriTech sector in India comprises 5.16K companies, including 794 funded companies having collectively raised $6.56B in venture capital money and private equity. Out of these, 157 are Series A+ funded.
AgriTech sector in India has seen 33 acquisitions and 19 IPOs.
This sector includes companies providing enhanced farm inputs, software, tech enabled hardware for crop, livestock, aquaculture and insect farming.
Companies providing enhanced farm inputs, software, tech enabled hardware for crop, livestock, aquaculture and insect farming are included in this sector. Companies providing industry agnostic software, tech enabled hardware, as well as traditional farming companies, are excluded.
Top AgriTech Companies in India
There are 5,161 AgriTech startups in India which include Ecozen Solutions, Agrim, TenderCuts, KisanKonnect, FreshToHome. Out of these, 794 startups are funded, with 157 having secured Series A+ funding.
2026 has seen the creation of 8 AgriTech startups in India. Over the past 10 years, an average of 296 new companies have been launched annually. Notably, several of these startups have been founded by alumni of IIT Kharagpur, IIT Bombay and BITS Pilani.
Here is the list of top AgriTech startups in India
Developer of automated irrigation systems leveraging AI and IoT. It optimize crop yields and reduce maintenance requirements. IT provides smart solar irrigation solutions for farmers, offering reliable and optimal irrigation with minimal maintenance.
Key facts about Ecozen Solutions
2. Agrim
Online retailer of agricultural inputs connecting retailers and suppliers. It provides a platform for retailers to purchase products and for suppliers to sell. The platform offers a range of products, credit options, and delivery services. It aims to streamline the buying and selling process for agricultural inputs.
Key facts about Agrim
3. TenderCuts
Order fresh chicken, mutton, and fish online with speedy delivery. Explore a wide range of farm-fresh meats and seafood delivered quickly. The platform offers various categories like chicken, mutton, seafood, ready-to-cook options, biryani, snacks, combos, cold cuts, eggs, pickles, and spices. It provides a convenient way to shop for meat online, with features like address selection, login, and a cart system. Enjoy special discounted prices and free deliveries. The business model focuses on providing high-quality, freshly cut, and packed meat directly to your doorstep. Download the app for easy ordering, real-time tracking, and exclusive deals. The platform also offers options like store locator, sitemap, and information on quality checks and certificates. Stay connected through various channels and enjoy a seamless online meat shopping experience.
Key facts about TenderCuts
- Founded Year: 2016
- Location: Chennai (India)
- Stage: Acquired
- Total Funding till date: $38.1M
- Investors: Paragon Partners, Stride Ventures and 38 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Conventional Debt, Apr 01, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 75/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 310 Competitors
4. KisanKonnect
Provider of direct-to-consumer fresh produce platform. They offer wide range of products such as mangoes, apples, guava, potato, tomatoes, dry fruits, fruits juices and more. It connects farmers directly with consumers, eliminating intermediaries and ensuring fair prices.
Key facts about KisanKonnect
- Founded Year: 2020
- Location: Ahmednagar (India)
- Stage: Series A
- Total Funding till date: $25.4M
- Investors: Mistry Ventures, Green Frontier Capital and 53 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Series A, Jul 08, 2025, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 74/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 1 of 649 Competitors
5. FreshToHome
Online retailer of fresh fish, poultry, mutton, and ready-to-cook items. The business provides various cuts of chicken, fish, and goat meat. Ready-to-cook products such as samosas, cutlets, sausages, and curries are available. The retailer also provides combo packs, steaks, fillets, Indian breads, and dairy products.
Key facts about FreshToHome
- Founded Year: 2015
- Location: Bengaluru (India)
- Stage: Series D
- Total Funding till date: $320M
- Investors: Raed Ventures, DFC and 97 Others
- Latest Funding Round: Venture Debt, Jan 02, 2026, $*****
- Tracxn Score: 74/100 What is this?
- Competitors Rank: 2 of 142 Competitors
Companies founded year-on-year in the AgriTech sector in India
8 new startups have been founded so far in 2026 in the AgriTech sector in India. 627 AgriTech startups in India were founded in 2020 - this is the most number of startups founded in any year in the last 10 years.
- Total Number of Companies
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 8 |
2025 | 51 |
2024 | 152 |
2023 | 239 |
2022 | 352 |
2021 | 467 |
2020 | 627 |
2019 | 416 |
2018 | 351 |
2017 | 299 |
Stage-wise distribution of AgriTech sector companies in India
Out of the total 5,161 AgriTech companies in India, 794 have secured funding. Among them, 157 have reached Series A or higher, and 96 to Series B or beyond.
Founded - 5,161
Funded - 794
Series A+ - 157
Series B+ - 96
Series C+ - 70
Company Stage | No. of companies |
|---|---|
Founded | 5,161 |
Funded | 794 |
Series A+ | 157 |
Series B+ | 96 |
Series C+ | 70 |
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Funding Trends in the AgriTech sector in India
Total funding year-on-year in the AgriTech sector in India
The AgriTech sector in India saw a total funding of more than $5.51B in the last 10 years. The most amount of funding was in 2021 at more than $1.2B. There has been a total funding of $145M in 2026 till date.
- Total Funding
Year | Total Funding |
|---|---|
2026 | $145M |
2025 | $669M |
2024 | $468M |
2023 | $541M |
2022 | $944M |
2021 | $1.2B |
2020 | $600M |
2019 | $378M |
2018 | $442M |
2017 | $118M |
Recent Funding Rounds in AgriTech in India
In the year 2026, till April 2026, AgriTech companies in India have raised $97M in equity funding across 17 rounds.
In the same period last year (i.e. till April 2025), AgriTech companies in India had raised $98.2M across 49 rounds.
So, 2026 has seen a 1.24% drop in funding in AgriTech companies in India as compared to 2025.
Here are some recent, important funding rounds in AgriTech companies in India:
Company | Round Raised | Amount Raised | Funding Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Angel | 3618 | Apr 23, 2026 | ||
Series B | 8035 | Apr 08, 2026 | ||
Series A | 4155 | Apr 02, 2026 | ||
Seed | 1762 | Mar 30, 2026 | ||
Seed | 7525 | Mar 26, 2026 |
Top Investors in AgriTech in India
BIRAC is the top investor in AgriTech companies in India based on number of companies invested.
Here are some top investors in AgriTech companies in India:
Investor | Location | Top Portfolio Companies |
|---|---|---|
Delhi (India) | ||
Mumbai (India) | ||
Delhi (India) | ||
New York City (United States) | qZense Labs and Agrifi | |
Hyderabad (India) |
M&A activity in AgriTech sector in India
In the year 2026, till January 2026, 1 acquisition happened in AgriTech sector in India. Last year, in 2025, a total of 3 acquisitions happened in AgriTech sector in India.
Here are some recent, important acquisitions in AgriTech sector in India:
Company | Acquisition Type | Acquisition Date | Acquirers |
|---|---|---|---|
Business Acquisition | Jan 04, 2026 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jun 09, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Feb 07, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Jan 22, 2025 | ||
Business Acquisition | Feb 27, 2024 |
Acquisition trends in AgriTech sector in India
Here are the acquisition trends in AgriTech sector in India:
- Total Number of Acquisitions
Year | No. of companies |
|---|---|
2026 | 1 |
2025 | 3 |
2024 | 1 |
2023 | 4 |
2022 | 8 |
2021 | 4 |
2020 | 2 |
2019 | 3 |
2018 | - |
2017 | - |
IPOs in AgriTech in India
In the year 2025, till October 2025, 4 IPOs happened in AgriTech sector in India.
Here are some recent, important IPOs in AgriTech sector in India:
Company | IPO Date | Exchange Symbol |
|---|---|---|
Oct 09, 2025 | Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) | |
Oct 08, 2025 | Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), National Stock Exchange (NSE) | |
Sep 30, 2025 | Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) | |
Feb 18, 2025 | Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) | |
Sep 27, 2024 | National Stock Exchange (NSE) |
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Colleges which produce the most AgriTech companies in India
Companies founded by alumni from top colleges in the AgriTech in India
Most number of AgriTech startups in India have been founded by alumni from IIT Kharagpur, IIT Bombay and BITS Pilani.
College | No. of companies |
|---|---|
IIT Kharagpur | 38 |
IIT Bombay | 34 |
BITS Pilani | 32 |
IIT Delhi | 27 |
IIT Madras | 26 |
IIM Calcutta | 21 |
IIM Ahmedabad | 20 |
IIT Roorkee | 20 |
IIT Kanpur | 19 |
IIT Guwahati | 14 |
Total funding in AgriTech companies founded by alumni from top colleges in India
In the last 10 years, IIT Madras graduates' AgriTech companies in India have raised the most funding among top colleges. IIT Kharagpur alumni are second, and Indian School of Business alumni are third.
College | Total Funding |
|---|---|
IIT Madras | $868M |
IIT Kharagpur | $823M |
Indian School of Business | $694M |
Harvard Business School | $514M |
Harvard University | $463M |
IIM Bangalore | $460M |
IIT Delhi | $426M |
IIM Ahmedabad | $289M |
IIM Calcutta | $264M |
Anna University | $148M |
Top News in AgriTech in India
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Biofuel Plantation Project to Expand in Regional Queenslandfoodmag.com.au•Mar 25, 2026•Nippon Steel, Green Biotech
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ADM creates joint venture with Alltech in the animal feed segmentFusoes & Aquisicoes•Sep 25, 2025•ADM, Alltech
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ADM, Alltech launch North American Animal Feed Joint VentureFinancial Post•Sep 24, 2025•ADM, Alltech
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TenderCuts’ second innings: Lean stores, offline push, and focus on unit economicsYourStory•Aug 25, 2025•TenderCuts
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Asteria Aerospace demonstrates India’s first micro categoryAsteria Aerospace•Jul 22, 2025•Asteria Aerospace
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Tendercuts Gets Recognised For Its ‘Exceptional Employee Experience’apnnews.com•Jul 14, 2025•TenderCuts
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TenderCuts Aims for Rs 120 Crore ARR by March 2026 After RestructuringNewsDrum•Jul 01, 2025•TenderCuts
