AGRIM Secures $17.3M Series B to Transform India’s Agri-Input Market.

AGRIM, a leading B2B platform for agri-inputs in India, has secured $17.3 million in a Series B funding round led by Asia Impact to revolutionize agri-input market, benefiting agriculture through innovative solutions and expanding its reach to meet diverse needs nationwide.

This significant investment aims to transform the fragmented agri-input market in India, which provides essential resources like seeds, pesticides, and tools to over 42 percent of the country’s population. AGRIM connects retailers directly with manufacturers, addressing challenges like supply chain inefficiencies and complex logistics, especially in remote areas.

“We are trying to democratize as a platform. We are seeing a lot of demand and supply mismatches. So with private labels, we want to solve for unmet demand or supply,” Co-Founder Mukul Garg said.

AGRIM’s Innovative Approach to Agri-Inputs

Founded in April 2020 by Mukul Garg and Avi Jain, AGRIM seeks to streamline the purchase and distribution of agri-inputs. The platform offers over 30,000 SKUs across four categories—seeds, agrochemicals, nutrition, and tools—from 1,200 manufacturers to 25,000 retailers. These retailers serve and educate 15 million farmers, ensuring that high-quality inputs reach the heart of India’s agriculture sector.

Unlike traditional channels that dominate the Indian agri-input market, AGRIM employs a dynamic pricing intelligence model. This model adjusts prices based on demand and supply, allowing retailers to set competitive prices. Depending on the product, AGRIM takes a 10 to 70 percent margin.

AGRIM plans to expand its catalog from 30,000 to 150,000 items within three years with this fresh funding. The company also aims to enter India’s southern and western regions, including Telangana, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra. Additionally, AGRIM will introduce new categories, including animal feed and irrigation equipment, further broadening its product range.

AGRIM’s Growing Impact on India’s Agri-Tech Sector

AGRIM also offers credit solutions to retailers, many lacking access to traditional financing. Currently, 10 percent of AGRIM’s retail base utilizes this credit offering, with plans to extend this to 30 percent by lengthening the credit period from 30 to 45 days.

AGRIM’s innovative approach has led to significant growth. In FY23, the company saw its operating revenue jump nearly 2.5 times to INR 157.36 crore. However, losses also increased by 64 percent to INR 28 crore. Despite these challenges, AGRIM remains on a solid growth trajectory, with an annual revenue run rate approaching $60 million.

The $17.3 million Series B round, one of the largest in India’s agritech sector this year, will further strengthen AGRIM’s technology, enhance its offerings, and expand its operations. AGRIM is well on its way to becoming the preferred partner for agri-input retailers and manufacturers across India.

AGRIM’s Vision for the Future

Looking ahead, AGRIM plans to explore the private-label agri-inputs market, allowing farmers to access inputs at retail prices without paying a premium. This move aligns with AGRIM’s mission to empower India’s farmers and create a more efficient and accessible agri-input market.

With the support of investors like Asia Impact, Kalaari, India Quotient, Omnivore, and Accion Venture Lab, AGRIM is poised to revolutionize India’s agri-input landscape, benefiting millions of farmers and retailers alike.

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