Mark Anderson
As we enter a new era of sustainability and environmental consciousness, innovation in technology has made its way into the agriculture sector, a critical field that feeds our country and is at the frontline of climate change impacts. A budding scene of AgTech startups has appeared over the last couple of years, aiming to align agricultural practices with smart technologies. These ambitious startups are actively developing new ways to aid the environment, increase efficiency, and assist farmers. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as robotics, data analytics, IoT, and even blockchain, they are revolutionizing the paradigm of modern farming practices. In this article, we spotlight a handful of startups, born in 2020 or later, that operate within the AgTech industry and are headquartered in England.
London-based Better Dairy is on a mission to revolutionize the dairy industry. The AgTech startup employs precision fermentation to manufacture dairy products without using animals. The founders, Christopher Reynolds and Jevan Nagarajah, are paving the way to sustainable dairy alternatives without compromising on the taste and texture that traditional dairy products offer. If you are craving a touch of cheese on your pasta or adding a dollop of yoghurt to your granola, you can satisfy it guilt-free with Better Dairy’s innovative products. (Linkedin)
Kingslands, founded by Omar Berrada, is an online sourcing platform dedicated to the agricultural sector. Aiming to reinvent the standard in agriculture, Kingslands presents a one-stop platform that provides farmers with everything they need. Their ultimate goal is to help farmers improve their profitability.. (Facebook) (Linkedin)
Antony Yousefian and Ben Bardsley founded Bx Technologies, a climate-tech company that deploys its data-backed reward system to encourage growers to reduce carbon emissions in food production. By doing so, the startup aids food brands in achieving a more sustainable supply chain. (Linkedin)
Founded by Christian von Scheidt, Alan Jurnet Berteloot, Erwann Lompech Leneveu and Gabor Zichy, E-NANO is an AgTech startup diving into the world of robotics, providing innovative solutions in the sector. (Twitter) (Linkedin)
Farmsio is a platform that boosts pre-and post-harvest efficiency by digitizing the agricultural value chain. Founded by Krishna Srinivasan and Venkatesh Sivaraman, Farmsio provides Climate-Smart sustainable solutions, analytical decision tools, and a traceability solution that addresses food safety issues. (Twitter) (Facebook) (Linkedin)
Motheo Kgengwenyane’s GreyTechno Industries believes in inspiring a cultural shift in the industrial production sector. The company champions the growth and adoption of green technology in manufacturing, setting foot in 3D printing and drone technologies. GreyTechnotech has its sights set on a technological revolution that is environmentally friendly. (Linkedin)
Muddy Machines is an innovation of Florian Richter and Christopher Chavasse. The startup specializes in developing field robots that assist farms in managing labor-intensive crops. Their initial focus is on green asparagus harvest technology, which is expected to branch out to other crops in the future. (Twitter) (Facebook) (Linkedin)
Founded by Maryna Kuzmenko, Agfluencers is another notable startup in the AgTech sector. Striving to make an impact in the agricultural world through its innovative solutions, Agfluencers continues to contribute significantly to the field of technology-driven agriculture. (Twitter) (Facebook) (Linkedin)
KODGAV, the brainchild of Kizito Okelue, is an Agtech platform that integrates African farmers into the global supply chain. This unique app enables the food industry in developed markets to access the African agri-food supply chain, reducing financial, legal and brand risks, thanks to KODGAV’s smart-data and blockchain technology. (Twitter) (Facebook) (Linkedin)
Climate X, a venture by Kamil Kluza and Lukky Ahmed identifies itself as a global climate risk data analytics provider. It offers location-specific risk ratings, EPC ratings for transition risk, and climate adjusted loss estimates reaching till 2100. Their platform serves various customers across the finance, real estate, and enterprise sectors. (Twitter) (Linkedin)
Trinity AgTech was founded by Hosein Khajeh Hosseiny. Though details about the company are scarce, it is clear that Trinity AgTech is also contributing significantly to innovation and development in the AgTech industry. (Twitter) (Linkedin)
These AgTech startups demonstrate that technology can accelerate and improve agriculture, making it more efficient and sustainable. Their innovative solutions not only increase profitability but also benefit the environment and the future of our planet. As they continue to grow and develop, these startups undoubtedly hold the power to significantly shape the future of agriculture and food production in the UK and beyond.
