Start-up Funding (Agro)
Agri-Startup Funding
UTS fuels agricultural innovation by connecting agri-startups with the right funding partners. We specialize in bridging the gap between promising agri-tech ventures and investors passionate about sustainable food systems.
Our Funding Solutions
Seed to Series Funding
Complete funding support from pre-seed (₹5-25L) to Series A (₹5-25Cr) with our network of 100+ agri-focused investors.
Grant Assistance
Access to government schemes (AGRISNET, NIDHI-PRAYAS) and corporate sustainability grants with application support.
Accelerator Program
6-month intensive program with funding, mentorship, and pilot farm access for selected startups.
Start-Up Funding
Funding Support
- Financial Assistance for Start-Ups
- Backed by UTS Growth Programs
- Helps Scale Your Business
Our Agri-Innovation Lab provides startups with market validation tools, prototype testing farms, and connections to potential enterprise customers.
UTS Agri-Startup Funding Platform is India's leading ecosystem for agricultural innovation financing, specializing in early-stage agri-tech, food processing, and sustainable farming ventures. We've developed a proprietary 360° evaluation framework that assesses startups on technology viability, farmer impact, scalability, and financial sustainability. Selected ventures gain access to our curated investor network including agri-focused VC firms (Omnivore, AgFunder), corporate venture arms (ITC Agri-Biz, Mahindra Agri), and impact funds (Acumen, Caspian). Our quarterly pitch sessions have become the gold standard for agri-startup fundraising.
Beyond capital, we provide comprehensive startup enablement through our 6-month accelerator program. This includes ₹10 lakhs seed funding, dedicated mentors from agribusiness leadership, pilot testing on our partner farm network (50+ locations), and go-to-market support with our corporate partners. Specialized programs exist for women agripreneurs, climate-smart technologies, and rural innovation. Our grant assistance team has helped startups secure ₹28+ crores in non-dilutive funding from schemes like AGNIi Mission, BIRAC, and state agri-innovation challenges.
The UTS difference lies in our deep agricultural domain expertise combined with startup growth methodologies. We help refine business models to suit Indian farm economics, navigate regulatory requirements (FSSAI, APEDA), and establish farmer adoption channels. Our post-investment support includes quarterly review meetings, follow-on funding assistance, and exit strategy planning. Startups in our portfolio average 3.5x revenue growth within 18 months and achieve 2.5x better farmer adoption rates compared to industry benchmarks.
Having supported 120+ agri-startups that collectively impact 850,000+ farmers, UTS is proud to be building the future of Indian agriculture. Our alumni include category leaders in precision farming, agri-fintech, post-harvest tech, and alternative proteins. Whether you're at ideation stage or ready to scale, we provide the funding, mentorship, and ecosystem connections to grow your agricultural innovation into a thriving business.