Indian agritech firm Arya.ag has secured more than $80 million (about ₹725 crore) in a Series D funding round led by GEF Capital Partners, underscoring growing investor confidence in technology-led solutions that strengthen India’s farm-to-market value chain and improve farmer incomes.
Company background and platform
Founded in 2013 by Prasanna Rao, Anand Chandra and Chattanathan Devarajan, Arya.ag operates an integrated digital platform that connects farmers, agribusinesses and institutional buyers. The company offers technology-enabled storage, inventory management, finance against stored produce and transparent commodity trading, positioning itself as a key intermediary in the post‑harvest value chain.
Use of proceeds and operational priorities
The latest capital infusion will be used to enhance Arya.ag’s technology stack, expand its nationwide network of storage facilities and strengthen post-harvest infrastructure. Efficient storage and timely credit access remain major challenges in Indian agriculture; the company’s model seeks to reduce distress sales by enabling farmers to store produce securely and access finance against it.
Arya.ag’s hubs—located close to producing areas—allow farmers to store grain, obtain instant loans backed by that inventory and sell when market prices are favourable. Scaling this model is expected to increase price discovery, reduce volatility for farmers and improve market timing for sales.
Climate resilience and data-driven operations
Promoting climate-smart agriculture is a stated focus area. By cutting post-harvest losses and optimising supply chains, Arya.ag aims to boost resilience and lower waste. The platform uses data analytics for quality assessment, inventory tracking and risk management—capabilities that help manage yield and price risks as climate variability affects cropping outcomes.
GEF Capital’s participation reflects an interest in agritech businesses that deliver financial returns alongside environmental and social impact, aligning with investor trends toward sustainable, scalable agricultural solutions.
Geographic reach and services
Arya.ag has expanded across a large number of Indian districts and now manages an extensive network of agri‑warehouses. The company facilitates movement and financing of grains worth billions of rupees annually and provides access to institutional credit for farmers and agribusiness partners, supporting the entire post‑harvest lifecycle from storage and financing to market linkages.
Financial performance and growth outlook
The firm has reported steady revenue growth and improving profitability, driven by increasing adoption of its services by farmers, traders and agri‑enterprises. The Series D builds on previous equity and debt raises and gives Arya.ag the capital to pursue expansion while maintaining operational stability.
As the company deploys funds, its priorities will include scaling impact for small and marginal farmers, enhancing transparency in commodity markets and building more resilient supply chains—efforts that contribute to the broader development of India’s agritech ecosystem.
