7 agri-tech start-ups shaping the future of farming

From optimising insect farming to transforming smallholder farmers into successful entrepreneurs and advancing vertical farming technologies, the start-ups who were present at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit each offer a distinct approach to modernising agriculture, addressing challenges ranging from food security to environmental sustainability.

So, without further ado, let’s introduce you to the climate tech startups that caught FWDstart's attention at the World Agri-Tech Innovation Summit Dubai 2023!

🚜 Moonrider

Founders Ravi Kulkarni and Anoop Srikantaswamy launched Moonrider in 2023, introducing electric and autonomous tractors with on-the-go charging capabilities. This innovative approach aims to reduce carbon footprint and enhance efficiency in farming operations.

🌾 Agrilift

Jawwad Hasan and, the brains behind Agrilift, established this Singapore-founded startup in 2021. The next-gen precision farming platform provides actionable insights on all stages of the seed to harvest cycle to help growers improve crop yield and profitability.

🌽 Farmerline

Ghanaian company Farmerline, founded by Alloysius Attah and Emmanuel O Addai, is on a mission to transform smallholder farmers into successful entrepreneurs. By delivering essential data and services, they're boosting productivity and livelihoods, contributing to food security and economic growth.

🏢 Vertical Future

Founded in 2016 by Jamie Burrows, Vertical Future is a global player in vertical farming technology. The company designs and builds advanced vertical farms with proprietary hardware and software, paving the way for sustainable urban agriculture.

🪰 Entocycle

Keiran Olivares Whitaker, founder of Entocycle, envisions a sustainable future in insect farming. Established in 2016, Entocycle specialises in optimising black soldier fly farming with innovative equipment, promoting efficiency and sustainability.

🤖 RoboCare

Co-founded by Dr.-Ing. Imen Hbiri in 2020, Tunisian start-up RoboCare offers a digital monitoring system based on spectral technology and AI. This innovation aims to prevent late detection of plant diseases and reduce pesticide use, ensuring healthier crops and a safer environment.

🌱 Zayndu

Founded by Ralph Weir in 2020, the UK start-up manufactures a non-toxic seed sterilisation system designed to enable agricultural industries to produce clean and viable seeds without damaging the environment.