DeHaat Raises INR 200 Cr Debt For Geographic Expansion
DeHaat Fuels Growth with INR200 Cr Debt
In a quiet village in Bihar, a farmer checks his phone—not for entertainment, but for real-time crop advisories and direct buyer access. This simple act reflects a powerful shift driven by DeHaat, a homegrown AgriTech force redefining Indian agriculture through scale, technology, and farmer-first thinking. In early 2025, the company secured INR 200 crore (~$23.4 million) in venture debt from Trifecta Capital, structured via 1,000 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) at INR 10 lakh each. The news is sparking major chatter on platforms like X and LinkedIn as DeHaat powers ahead to expand pan-India and targets an ambitious 40% year-on-year growth for FY26. With over $270 million raised to date, including a $60 million Series E in 2022 led by Sofina Ventures and Temasek, DeHaat—now valued between $700–800 million—serves 12 million+ farmers, fast becoming a global benchmark in inclusive AgriTech innovation.
Rooted in Patna, Growing Nationwide
Founded in 2012 by Shashank Kumar (IIT Delhi), Shyam Sundar (IIT Kharagpur, IIM Ahmedabad), Amrendra Singh (NIT Jamshedpur), Adarsh Srivastava (IIT Dhanbad), and Abhishek Dokania, DeHaat started in Patna with a mission to put farmers first. Its full-stack platform offers everything from high-quality seeds and fertilizers to AI-driven crop advice, financial services, and direct market access. Operating across 12 states, DeHaat reaches 2.8 million farmers through 15,000+ DeHaat Centers and 503 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), handling 3,200+ agricultural inputs for 30+ crops. Its supply chain spans 120,000 villages, making farming more profitable and sustainable.
DeHaat Historical Funding Rounds
DeHaat’s latest funding is a hot topic, lighting up LinkedIn and X with praise for its farmer-first vision. The INR 200 crore ($23.4 million) venture debt from Trifecta Capital, raised in early 2025, is set to turbocharge geographic expansion and sustainable growth. This adds to DeHaat’s $270 million haul from earlier rounds, powering its rise:
- Seed and Early Rounds (2012–2018): Initial funds from Omnivore and others built DeHaat’s tech and farmer network.
- Series A and B (2018–2020): Backing from Prosus Ventures and RTP Global scaled its Centers and digital tools.
- Series C and D (2020–2021): Investments from Lightrock India, Peak XV Partners, and Sequoia Capital India expanded its reach and tech stack.
- Series E (2022): A $60 million round led by Sofina Ventures and Temasek fueled acquisitions and growth.
- 2025 Venture Debt: INR 200 crore from Trifecta Capital to push into southern states like Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh and boost sustainable agri-inputs.
This funding, paired with the January 2025 acquisition of Agri Central from Olam Agri, has expanded DeHaat’s farmer base to over 12 million. Agri Central’s tech, like satellite imagery and machine learning for crop diagnostics, supercharges DeHaat’s AI capabilities, making its platform smarter and more impactful.
Empowering Farmers, Changing Lives
DeHaat’s impact is real and inspiring. Farmers see 20–30% income boosts thanks to direct market links and digital payments. Its AI-driven advisory, accessed via an app, helps farmers optimize crops, while financial services like micro-loans and insurance empower them further. The Agri Central acquisition, celebrated on LinkedIn, enhances tools like market price tracking and crop diagnostics, giving farmers an edge. A 2025 partnership with the Agri Ministry in Uttar Pradesh connects farmers to sustainable markets, earning buzz on X for boosting rural livelihoods. “DeHaat is transforming agriculture by putting farmers first,” said CEO Shashank Kumar. “The Agri Central acquisition and our funding let us scale our platform, enhance digital tools, and empower millions more with sustainable solutions.”
Strong Numbers, Big Dreams
DeHaat’s numbers tell a strong story. FY25 revenue hit roughly INR 3,000 crore, up from INR 2,700 crore in FY24, with a 40% growth target for FY26. Its supply chain, spanning 120,000 villages, delivers efficiency and transparency in India’s $350 billion agriculture market. Strategic acquisitions, like Agri Central and others in biological agri-inputs, align with DeHaat’s sustainability push, aiming to reduce chemical use and promote eco-friendly farming.
“DeHaat’s tech-driven model is a blueprint for global agritech,” said a Trifecta Capital spokesperson. “Their expansion plans and farmer focus are game-changers.” LinkedIn posts echo this, with industry leaders praising DeHaat’s role in cutting post-harvest losses to under 5%—compared to India’s 15% average—and empowering farmers with data-driven insights.
A Vision Beyond Borders
DeHaat’s vision stretches far, with plans to reach 20 million farmers by 2027. The INR 200 crore debt will fuel expansion into Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, plus more acquisitions in sustainable inputs. Its global ambitions shine through partnerships exploring markets like Southeast Asia. Investments in startups via its ecosystem fund show a commitment to innovation, while its 15,000+ Centers make farming a viable business for millions.
This is a story about people, the farmer who sleeps better knowing his crops fetch fair prices, the retailer getting quality produce affordably, the consumer biting into fresher vegetables. DeHaat’s app, blending AI and human touch, feels like a trusted friend to farmers. Its 2025 push, backed by INR 200 crore, is a bold step toward a fairer, greener food system. As of May 27, 2025, at 12:50 AM IST, DeHaat’s mission— “To make farming profitable, sustainable, and inclusive”—is alive, one field at a time, setting a global agritech benchmark.
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