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Agbiologicals, Agribusiness, Company News, India

The collaboration will focus on launching multiple certified, high-quality products tailored to the specific needs of Indian farmers.

AgroStar, India’s leading agri-tech platform announced a strategic partnership with Biorizon Biotech, a renowned biotechnology company headquartered in Almeria, Spain. This collaboration aims to bring advanced biological and biocontrol products to Indian farmers, enhancing crop health and driving sustainable agricultural practices across the country.

Biorizon Biotech is a global leader in developing biostimulants and biopesticides derived from natural sources such as microalgae, bacteria, and plant extracts. Their products are currently distributed in nearly 60 countries across five continents. Through this partnership, AgroStar will introduce Biorizon’s innovative, eco-friendly solutions to Indian farmers, providing them with tools to boost crop resilience, productivity, and sustainability. The partnership is part of a larger initiative by AgroStar and Biorizon to evaluate and bring additional biological solutions to India, addressing key agricultural challenges. AgroStar’s mission of #HelpingFarmersWin aligns seamlessly with Biorizon’s commitment to promoting regenerative agriculture through cutting-edge biotechnology. Together, they aim to equip Indian farmers with certified, world-class solutions that improve both crop yields and environmental outcomes.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Biorizon Biotech to bring their innovative biological products to India,” said Shardul Sheth, Co-founder & CEO of AgroStar. “By partnering with Biorizon Biotech, a global leader in sustainable crop nutrition technologies, we are reinforcing our commitment to bringing world-class innovations to Indian farmers. This collaboration aligns with our mission of Helping Farmers Win with solutions that enhance farmer productivity and safeguard the environment.”

Biorizon Biotech, known for operating the two largest indoor microalgae cultivation plants in Europe, has been at the forefront of agricultural innovation. Their biostimulant products hold the highest number of Official European Certifications, establishing them as a global agricultural biotech industry pioneer.

David Iglesias Hernandez, CEO of Biorizon Biotech, commented, “We are thrilled to partner with AgroStar to introduce our cutting-edge biotechnological products to the dynamic Indian market. We can effectively reach millions of farmers across the country through AgroStar’s extensive omnichannel platform and deep-rooted farmer network. As a trusted partner, AgroStar will play a critical role in helping us make a meaningful impact on Indian agriculture, empowering farmers to adopt sustainable solutions. Our microalgae-based biological solutions will help farmers address key challenges like soil health degradation and pest management, ensuring long-term sustainability and productivity.”

The collaboration will focus on launching multiple certified, high-quality products tailored to the specific needs of Indian farmers, with an emphasis on delivering sustainable, innovative solutions for long-term agricultural success.

The collaboration will focus on launching multiple

Agribusiness, Company News, India, Start ups, Sustainability

Company demonstrates commitment to sustainability and empowers over 9 million Indian farmers.

 AgroStar, India’s foremost AgTech company which serves over 9 million Indian farmers and reaches global customers across 25+ countries, proudly announced the release of its comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact report 2024, titled ‘Sowing Seeds of Sustainability.’ The impact assessment was conducted by Aspire Impact, a leader in impact leadership and ecosystem development.

Aspire used its proprietary 4P framework to assess AgroStar’s impact across People, Planet, Product, and Policy. These are further broken down into 13 categories and 40 impact standards, with around 160+ metrics collected and analysed. In recognition of AgroStar’s exceptional impact performance, Aspire Impact has awarded the company the ‘Gold Leaf’ rating. “Helping Farmers Win,” is at the heart of AgroStar’s operations and the company focuses on five key stakeholders: employees, retail partners, last-mile delivery partners, global customers, and most importantly, farmers.

AgroStar employs a cutting-edge digital-first strategy, delivering scientific agronomy knowledge through multiple channels. This approach has successfully resolved over 10 million farmer queries and garnered over 325 million video views, ensuring farmers receive expert guidance anytime, anywhere.

The ESG report provides a comprehensive view of the initiatives and actions undertaken by AgroStar. Key highlights of the report include:

Increased Yield and Reduced Costs: Indian farmers have increased their yield by an average of 27% with the help of AgroStar products and advisory services while reducing their input cost by 17 per cent.

Water Conservation: The company’s agri-input products have contributed to the global cause of water conservation by reducing water consumption by 423 billion litres.

Carbon Sequestration: The use of the company’s environmentally friendly products has helped restore 580 metric tonnes of carbon matter into Indian soils.

Reduced Food Wastage: Optimal post-harvest processes introduced by the company have led to a reduction in food wastage to less than 1% in its supply chain, compared to industry standards of 6-10%.

Product Safety and Traceability: The company’s F&V brand ‘Kimaye’ ensures product safety by achieving 100% compliance with the food safety requirements of 25+ importing countries. Additionally, 100% of Kimaye products are part of a traceability system.

Workforce Diversity: The company promotes workforce diversity and provides work opportunities to women in the rural agriculture ecosystem, with over 75% of employees being women at its fruit and vegetable packhouses.

Economic Opportunities for Women Farmers: The company offers equitable economic opportunities to women farmers, providing them a premium price for their produce procured for its ‘Kimaye’ brand.

Shardul Sheth, Co-founder & CEO of AgroStar, expressed his pride and commitment in the following statement: “Since our inception, we have been driven by a deep-rooted commitment to making a meaningful impact on the lives of farmers across India. As an organisation deeply entrenched in the agriculture sector, driving positive change is woven into our DNA. Our ESG Report 2024 – ‘Sowing Seeds of Sustainability’ – not only measures the direct and indirect impact of our work but also showcases our dedication to sustainable development. We are incredibly proud to have received a gold rating from Aspire Impact for our sustainability efforts and committed to driving impact on our identified UN SDGs (sustainable development goals) and our mission of Helping Farmers Win.”

Arvind Sridharan, Co-founder & CEO of Aspire Impact, mentioned, “We had the privilege of assessing AgroStar’s transformative impact on the Indian agriculture ecosystem through extensive interactions with their farmers, partners, and employees. Their commitment to sustainability and innovation is evident in every aspect of their work. This report showcases their dedication to driving positive change and sets a high standard for transparency and accountability in the industry.”

Company demonstrates commitment to sustainability and empowers