Startup Profile
Team members:
Vihari
CEO & Co-Founder
Dr. Sairam Palicherla
CSO & Co-Founder
UrbanKisaan is revolutionizing farming by building local farms globally that use minimal resources while producing highly nutritious plants. Our proprietary technology includes hardware, software, seeds, and growing systems that enable us to grow fresh, pesticide-free produce anywhere, from urban centers to remote areas, making healthy food accessible to everyone. We're not just a farm, we're a sustainable solution for the future of food.
The problem we're solving
Traditional agriculture is struggling to keep pace with Climate change & evolving pests/virus threaten our food security, scientists race against time to develop resilient crops, but the process is slow can be grater than 8 years. Modern alternatives, such as vertical farming, offer a glimmer of hope but are often hindered by capital & crop efficiency barriers. The future of agriculture hinges on innovative solutions that can sustainably enhance crop yields & ensure the profitability of farms.
Our solution
UrbanKisaan revolutionizes agriculture with its two-pronged approach: GeneRush Technology: This innovative technology accelerates crop breeding and improvement, leading to the rapid development of novel crops with improved yield, nutritional traits, and resilience to biotic and abiotic stresses. Efficient Hydroponic/Vertical Farm Infrastructure: UrbanKisaan develops compact, scalable, and energy-efficient vertical farming setups that enable high yields in small spaces.
Our differentiator
They differentiate themselves by offering a more affordable and accessible solution. Their technology is at least 50% cheaper than competitors, allowing them to build profitable farms at scale. They also cultivate a wider variety of crops (100+) and have developed automation and AI to simplify farm management, reducing the need for specialized knowledge.
Biggest achievement
UrbanKisaan's biggest achievement to date is becoming the only profitable vertical farming company globally. In a nascent industry known for high costs and technological challenges, achieving profitability demonstrates the viability and scalability of their unique business model. The startup also has been selected Startup of the year by economic times, listed as Forbes 30 under 30, Top 40 social impact startup’s in India and many other awards.
