Agritech startup Ninjacart announced the launch of its Ninjacart Startup Program. This program aims to accelerate the growth of early-stage FoodTech and AgTech startups by providing access to cutting-edge technology, venture capital partners, financial backing, and expert business advisory.

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With nearly a decade of experience in transforming agricultural ecosystems through technology and data, Ninjacart has partnered with agri-tech innovators globally to optimise supply chains and solve complex distribution challenges. The program leverages this expertise, network, and proven solutions to help startups to scale faster and lead the future of food distribution.

It offers four key benefits to participants such as access Ninjacart’s Advanced Technology and pitch to venture capital partners. Startups will have the chance to present to the top VC partners such as Syngenta Group Ventures and Base Capital on Demo Day, scheduled for February 2025. Also, Ninjacart will offer credits up to $50,000 to offset platform and implementation fees during the first six months of participation. Participants will gain access to Ninjacart’s domain expertise and leadership to build scalable supply chains for fresh produce and offers tailored guidance to shorten their path to profitability.

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The program is open to emerging startups that were founded in 2020 or later, have raised up to $1 million in funding and operate outside India. Eligible startups must be post-revenue and focused on innovating the food supply chain.

“At Ninjacart, we’ve always believed in the transformative power of technology to solve critical supply chain inefficiencies,” said Kartheeswaran KK, Co-Founder and CEO, Ninjacart. “The Ninjacart Startup Program is designed to empower innovators who are driving systemic change in food systems. By offering our expertise, technology, and network, we aim to help startups accelerate their journey and propel the collective transformation of the global agriculture ecosystem.”