Mark Anderson
The United Kingdom’s fertile landscape has always been home to innovation and entrepreneurship in agriculture. Recently, we have a had a surge of agtech startups that are fusing cutting-edge technology with traditional farming practices, with one key goal: to transform how food is produced and consumed for better. From digitisation of farming process to innovative pest control and championing regenerative agriculture, these startups are leading the way in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Agriculture. Here are a few standouts from the crop of 2020 and beyond, creating a buzz in the English agtech scene.
These startups, with their headquarters rooted in England, serve as a testament to the country’s innovative spirit, demonstrating technological advancement and the shift towards sustainable agriculture practices. From dynamic sourcing platforms to state-of-the-art satellite communication, these startups are shaping the future of farming and food production. Let’s take a closer look at these game-changers in the agtech industry.
The following are some of the promising startups, showing great potential in using advanced technology to revolutionize the agriculture sector, providing more efficient and sustainable farming methods. Let’s delve into their unique approaches to tackling various challenges in the industry.
Kingslands.com
Founded by Omar Berrada, Kingslands aims to revolutionise the world of agriculture. As an Agtech firm, they’re focused on bolstering farmer profitability through their innovative online sourcing platform. Their ambition is to provide farmers with everything they need, all in one place and at the best conceivable price. With its headquarters stationed in London, Kingslands may well set a new standard in sourcing for a 21st-century agricultural industry.
Bx Technologies
Bx Technologies founders Antony Yousefian and Ben Bardsley have created an agtech firm renowned for its climate-friendly initiatives. The startup’s principal aim is to help food brands remove emissions from their food supply chain. The innovative data-backed reward system they use sees a portion of food sales revenue go directly to growers to aid in regenerating soils and eliminating carbon in food production.
Pestcure ltd
Pestcure ltd is a London-based pest control service that aims to resolve pest-related complications in the agricultural sphere. All their technicians are BPCA level 2 certified, a standard mark for pest control in the UK. Pestcure combines a hands-on approach with innovative procedures to handle pest disturbances in agriculture, providing excellent service in and around London.
Farmsio
Farmsio, an agriculture-tech startup founded by Krishna Srinivasan and Venkatesh Sivaraman, has built a robust platform that enhances pre and post-harvest efficiency. They achieve this by digitising the value chain and offering Climate-Smart sustainable solutions alongside analytical decision tools to farmers and agribusinesses. Farmsio also tackles food safety issues through sustainable sourcing and traceability solutions, making them a unique solution provider in the AgriTech domain.
Agfluencers
Founded by Maryna Kuzmenko, Agfluencers is a startup with its roots in London. The innovative company has a unique approach to agriculture as they combine farming with technological advancements, creating an influential presence in the AgTech industry.
Agreed Earth
Agreed Earth, based in London, is shaping a different kind of farming future. The brainchild of founder Kelly Price, this startup is developing an information hub for regenerative agriculture to assist farmers in making money naturally by streamlining their operations. Their innovative and eco-friendly approach is a firm step towards sustainable practices in agriculture.
