Agurotech funding news – Amsterdam-based Agurotech Secures €2.25 Million in Funding

Co-founder Joëlle Van den Brand said, “Our system has been proving for nearly five years that farmers can grow more effectively with the help of our hardware and software, Optimising water, frost protection, fertigation, pesticides and crop protection usage also contributes to more sustainable agriculture.”

The funding will help it to grow internationally, especially in Southern Europe, the Middle East, the U.S., and Canada. The company plans to expand its inventory, hire staff, set up services, and build local partnerships.

Co-founder Lilia Planjyan says this investment will accelerate their momentum. Investors Navus Ventures, Rabo Ventures, and ROM InWest aim to support agricultural digitization and resource efficiency.

Sara Schaafsma, Investment Manager at ROM InWest, shares, “It’s fantastic that Agurotech, a leading company from North Holland, can scale up further thanks to this investment and increase its impact on the food transition. By supporting farmers in managing soil moisture and other cultivation conditions more effectively Agurotech plays a crucial role in future-proofing the agricultural sector and tackling challenges like climate change and food security.”

Jaap Zijlstra, Director at Navus Ventures: “Since our initial investment two years ago, Agurotech has developed and delivered great technology that is helping farmers to get practical insights and tangible results from their farm’s data, leading to a customer base of hundreds of farmers across Europe. We are proud to continue to support Joëlle, Lilia and the Agurotech team and excited that we can welcome new investors with strong knowledge and network in the agricultural sector.”

Pieter van der Meché, Head of Rabo Ventures, adds, “We are thrilled to announce our investment in Agurotech, a company at the forefront of sustainable agriculture innovation. At Rabobank our core values and Banking for Food Strategy are deeply aligned with Agurotech’s mission to enhance sustainable resource use. By leveraging smart agriculture tools and optimizing water use, Agurotech empowers farmers to achieve greater efficiency and sustainability. We look forward to supporting Agurotech on their journey to revolutionize agriculture and contribute to a more sustainable future and support their expansion starting with Spain and Italy.”

It says farmers worldwide face growing challenges like extreme drought and unpredictable weather, making traditional farming less effective. Data-driven insights help them adapt and become more resilient.

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About Agurotech

Founded in 2020 by Joëlle van den Brand and Lilia Planjyan, Agurotech develops advanced sensors, weather stations, and software to support farmers. Its technology helps optimize resources, improve yields, and enhance sustainability.