Funding outlook Seen Bright for Agritech in 2021
Despite weak economic conditions triggered by the Covid-19 pandemic impacting valuations, the investments in Indian agritech ecosystem are estimated to be in around $300-350 million in 2020, almost the same as that of previous year as the start-ups attracted funding from both new and existing investors.
Waste Management Startup Nepra handles more than 500 tonnes of Dry Waste a Day
Ahmedabad-based Nepra handles more than 500 tonnes of dry waste a day, making it the largest player in this space. It is also the highest funded waste management startup in India, with over $36 million in funding, according to data from Tracxn
Agritech Startup Ergos Raises Rs 22.5 Cr in Funding
Future of Startups: The Next Decade for the Entrepreneurial Sector
The pandemic has brought in some new thoughts and start-up entrepreneurs may want to carefully look at how global and domestic capital pools are looking to reset expectations.
ERGOS Raises Rs 38.5 crore in Series A funding
Agritech startup Ergos Business Solutions has raised Rs 38.5 crore in Series A funding from Chiratae Ventures and Aavishkar Capital. The ongoing round could see it raise as much as Rs 80 crore. The company provides farmers a platform that operates similar to a bank, but for grains, offering facilities for storage, digitisation, credit and […]
Asian Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Profile on Vineet Rai
Vineet Rai’s career in impact investing started before the concept really existed. Spurred – but also slightly troubled – by mainstream awareness, he has big plans for India-based Aavishkaar Group
Bangladesh Angel Network Launching Accelerate Bangladesh
Business India Report by Aavishkaar Group
Making Farming Profitable Through Technology & Marketing
Using Technology To Foster a Culture of Entrepreneurship in India
At Bengaluru Tech Summit 2020, experts spoke about the agriculture ecosystem in India, and how to enable the youth in the country to create an impact in the agritech sector. At a panel moderated by CM Patil, CEO, Deshpande Startups, during the Bengaluru Tech Summit 2020, Ajay Maniar, Partner, Aavishkar Funds; Mark Kahn, Managing Partner, Omnivore; and […]