Swedfund's $7.5M Investment in Arya.ag Boosts Climate Resilience and Efficiency for Indian Smallholder Farmers

Swedfund, Sweden's development finance institution, has invested $7.5 million in leading Indian agri-tech company Arya.ag.

The funding will scale Arya.ag's integrated platform offering scientific storage, crop-backed financing, and digital trading tools for farmers.

Revolutionizing India's Agri Value Chain

Founded in 2013 by ex-ICICI bankers Prasanna Rao, Anand Chandra, and Chattanathan Devarajan, Arya.ag has grown into India's largest grain commerce platform with a nationwide warehouse network.

The company supports farmers and producer organizations by minimizing post-harvest losses, enhancing market access, and promoting transparency.

Agriculture employs nearly 40% of India's population, yet smallholders grapple with climate variability, waste, and finance shortages.

Impact, Co-Investors, and Future Growth

This co-investment alongside GEF Capital Partners, IFC, and BII expands access to finance tied to stored crops, improving liquidity and incomes.

Gunilla Nilsson, Swedfund's Investment Director for Energy & Climate, praised Arya.ag for blending digitalization with resource efficiency for impact and sustainability.

The initiative advances SDG 10 on reduced inequalities and SDG 13 on climate action through resilient farming practices.

Building on recent Series D funding and IFC partnerships, Arya.ag eyes broader expansion to fortify food systems.

This investment highlights surging global focus on agritech to combat food insecurity and climate challenges in emerging markets.