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Fresh From Farm raises $2 Mn in pre Series A round

EntrackrEntrackr · 1y ago
Fresh From Farm raises $2 Mn in pre Series A round
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Fresh From Farm, a B2B2C platform for fresh fruit demand, has raised $2 million in its pre-Series A round led by Ashish Kacholia, founder of Lucky Investments. Inflection Point Ventures also participates in the round. The proceeds will be used for team expansion, tech enhancement, and to introduce new product lines. Fresh From Farm has also provided a partial exit to early investors offering more than 400% returns. Its early investor IPV led Rs 3 crore seed round in the company in November 2022. Founded by Rohit Nagdewani, Fresh From Farm uses a proprietary tech interface to predict and create a demand-supply equilibrium to minimise wastage of fresh produce. Its falgship product F3 converts fruit vendors into mini-franchises and sources, grades and handles fruit for them allowing them to focus on only sales. Fresh From Farm claims to have an ARR of Rs 40 crore with an aim to touch Rs 100 crore by this calendar year end. Other notable startups in the same space include Vegrow and Ninjacart.

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Aeravti Ventures leads $1 Mn round in Origin Fresh

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Aeravti Ventures leads $1 Mn round in Origin Fresh
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Snippets Aeravti Ventures leads $1 Mn round in Origin Fresh Fresh produce brand Origin Fresh has secured $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Aeravti Ventures, with participation from a group of Ultra HNIs. New Update Fresh produce brand Origin Fresh has secured $1 million in a pre-seed funding round led by Aeravti Ventures, with participation from a group of Ultra HNIs. The fresh funds will be utilized to enhance the delivery network and support the development of cutting-edge infrastructure, Origin Fresh said in a press release. Co-founded in 2020 by Prashanth Vasan and Sidharth Raveendran, Origin Fresh delivers farm-fresh, untouched produce directly to customers' doorsteps, eliminating middlemen to offer unbeatable prices and uncompromising quality. The startup is committed to encouraging consumers to prioritize freshness and quality over speed, fostering a thoughtful approach to meal planning and healthy living. According to the Bengaluru-based company, by delivering farm-fresh, high-quality produce, it aims to enhance culinary experiences and promote overall well-being, inspiring a movement that celebrates the richness and nourishment of fresh produce. The brand promises delivery from farm to home within 12 hours. Origin Fresh claims that it has surpassed 5,000 orders within the first 40 days of launch, with over 60% of customers placing repeat orders within two weeks. The company has earned strong trust for its quality and freshness. It focuses exclusively on fresh produce and has carved a niche among health-conscious consumers, boasting an extensive catalog of over 250 items, including a wide range of exotic options.

Otipy raises $2 Mn in venture debt from Nuvama

EntrackrEntrackr · 6m ago
Otipy raises $2 Mn in venture debt from Nuvama
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Otipy, a farm-to-fork company, has raised $2 million in venture debt from Nuvama Asset Management Limited. This raise comes ahead of its $10 million equity round as reported by Entrackr earlier. Otipy will use these funds for general corporate purposes. Otipy operates a farm-to-fork delivery model by procuring directly from farmers and delivering fresh produce to consumers every morning. Currently, it operates in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai, with plans to launch in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Chennai. The Varun Khurana-led company has raised $46 million to date, including its $32 million Series B round led by Westbridge Capital in 2022. According to the startup data intelligence platform TheKredible, SIG Global is the largest external stakeholder in the firm, followed by WestBridge Capital. Recently, Otipy introduced electric carts in Gurugram as part of a pilot project to sell fruits and vegetables offline. The firm plans to organize the pushcarts through a franchise model and expand its services to other cities, including Mumbai. For the fiscal year ending in March 2024 (FY24), Otipy claims to register Rs 175 crore in topline.

Dairy startup Doodhvale Farms raises $3 Mn in Series A round

EntrackrEntrackr · 10m ago
Dairy startup Doodhvale Farms raises $3 Mn in Series A round
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Dairy startup Doodhvale Farms has raised $3 million in a Series A funding round co-led by Atomic Capital and Singularity Early Opportunities Fund. The round also saw participation from Bharat Founders Fund, Indigram Labs Foundation, and angel investors including Ramakant Sharma, Ankit Tandon, Livspace CEO Saurabh Jain, and Arjun Vaidya. The Delhi-based company had previously raised $1.12 million in 2020. The proceeds from the latest funding will be utilized to accelerate the company’s expansion, strengthen its distribution networks, diversify its product portfolio, and upgrade its technology infrastructure, Doodhvale said in a press release. Co-founded in 2019 by Aman J. Jain, Ishu Jain, Sanjay Jain, and Sudhir Jain, Doodhvale Farms is a fully vertically integrated, technology-driven Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) dairy and daily essentials company. It produces and delivers premium, farm-fresh products directly to consumers’ doorsteps, aiming to provide the nutrient-rich, farm-fresh experience milk was always meant to offer. The company ensures delivery within 36 hours. The company claims to have maintained a strong growth trajectory, achieving 100% year-over-year growth, consistent profitability on an EBITDA basis for three consecutive years. Doodhvale Farms aims to compete with traditional brands like Mother Dairy and Amul, as well as new-age brands like Country Delight, Akshayakalpa, Sid’s Farm, and Milky Mist.

KisanKonnect raises Rs 72 Cr led by Bajaj Finserv Group

EntrackrEntrackr · 11d ago
KisanKonnect raises Rs 72 Cr led by Bajaj Finserv Group
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KisanKonnect raises Rs 72 Cr led by Bajaj Finserv Group Farm-to-fork company KisanKonnect has raised Rs 72 crore (around $8 million) in a pre-Series B funding round led by Bajaj Finserv Group, with participation from Mistry Ventures, Desai Foods, Dhanuka Agritech, and Action Tessa Family Office. In May, KisanKonnect raised $4.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Mistry Ventures. The fresh proceeds will be used to scale its fresh produce supply chain intelligence and omni-channel D2C model. Co-founded in 2020 by Vivek and Nidhi Nirmal, KisanKonnect sources directly from farmers and delivers to over 1 lakh customers in Mumbai and Pune through its app and farm stores. It works closely with farmer communities to grow food sustainably while leveraging proprietary technology to deliver fresh vegetables and fruits. Vivek Nirmal, co-founder, said, “We have built proprietary tech tools and strong farmer partnerships that transform perishables logistics into a predictable, scalable, and consumer-friendly model. This fundraise will help us expand our technology stack, deepen our farmer network, and scale both our digital and offline presence.” KisanKonnect has developed supply chain intelligence tools covering IoT and RFID-based traceability, AI-driven demand forecasting, a farmer advisory app, and real-time dashboards, allowing it to handle over 650 SKUs of temperature-sensitive produce while reducing wastage. Its digital app caters to younger customers with 60-minute delivery across Mumbai and Pune, while KisanKonnect Farm Stores serve those who prefer to shop offline.

DesignX raises $2 Mn in pre-Series A round led by Rockstud Capital

EntrackrEntrackr · 2m ago
DesignX raises $2 Mn in pre-Series A round led by Rockstud Capital
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DesignX raises $2 Mn in pre-Series A round led by Rockstud Capital Noida-based DesignX has raised $2 million in a Pre-Series A funding round led by Rockstud Capital, with participation from We Founder Circle, Piper Serica, and existing clients. The proceeds will be used to expand across India and international markets, and to enhance the platform's AI and integration capabilities. Founded in 2015 by engineers Rajat and Nishant Srivastava, the firm offers a digital factory operating system (Df-OS) that digitizes over 600 factory floor processes and integrates with existing ERP, IoT, and enterprise tools to provide real-time operational insights. DesignX currently serves clients including Unilever, Suzuki, Dabur, Hero, and others across sectors like automotive, FMCG, and pharma. It competes with players such as Precog, Infinite Uptime, and Lynkit in the Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing space.

Mistry Ventures leads $4.5 Mn round in KisanKonnect

EntrackrEntrackr · 8m ago
Mistry Ventures leads $4.5 Mn round in KisanKonnect
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Direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand KisanKonnect has raised $4.5 million in a Series A funding round led by Mistry Ventures. The round also saw participation from Times Group’s Brand Capital, Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, VC-Grid, Vishwang Desai, and prominent family offices. The Ahmednagar-based company had previously raised $3.7 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by Green Frontier Capital. The proceeds will be used to strengthen its tech infrastructure, scale operations, expand its presence in key urban markets, and enable the use of AI in farm sourcing and the supply chain to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, KisanKonnect said in a press release. Co-founded in 2020 by Vivek Nirmal and Nidhi Nirmal, KisanKonnect is a farmer producer company with an integrated farming system that delivers fresh, hygienic fruits and vegetables sourced locally from over 500 farms, directly to customers' doorsteps at fair prices. Since its inception in 2020, KisanKonnect claims to have empowered traditional agricultural trade by establishing a robust, tech-enabled supply chain for its vertically integrated business. The company has built a network of over 5,000 farmers, promoting sustainable farming practices and regenerative agriculture methods. Its fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, and dairy, is distributed through a mobile app and a growing network of ‘KisanKonnect Farm Stores’ across Mumbai and Pune. In addition to fresh produce, KisanKonnect’s premium dairy products, made from antibiotic-free and hormone-free milk sourced directly from dairy farmers, are gaining popularity. The company’s emphasis on quality and transparency ensures it stands out in the competitive fresh-commerce landscape. KisanKonnect initially started with a 48-hour delivery model four years ago and currently delivers within 4-6 hours across Mumbai and Pune. The startup has recently launched a pilot for 30-minute delivery, which has been highly appreciated by consumers. This capability positions KisanKonnect as a major player in the fast-growing quick-commerce space, enabling it to reach a broader consumer base while empowering farmers to actively participate in this growth.

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