# Kisan Network HQ

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/kisan-network-hq

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: Gurugram, India
- Website: www.kisannetwork.com
- Total disclosed funding: $3M
- Latest round: Seed (Jan 30, 2020)
- Investors on record: 6

## About

Kisan Network is an innovative agricultural supply chain platform that links small farmers directly with businesses across India, enhancing efficiency and profitability through technology-driven solutions.Kisan Network, established in 2015 in Gurugram, India, provides a direct connection for farmers to businesses, facilitating the sale of agricultural produce. The company was founded by Niranjan Deshpande, who has a background in entrepreneurship. In January 2020, Kisan Network raised USD 3 million in Seed funding led by Mistletoe, with participation from FundersClub, General Catalyst India, Lynett Capital, Thiel Foundation, and Y Combinator, bringing the total amount raised to USD 3 million.Kisan Network specializes in streamlining the agricultural supply chain, enabling small and marginal farmers to sell their produce directly to businesses. The company manages the entire supply chain process, from sourcing and sorting to packaging and delivery, utilizing a technology-driven rural management portal. This service enhances farmers' selling experiences and assures buyers of consistent quality. They cater to thousands of farmers and businesses across multiple regions in India.In 2023, Kisan Network reported a revenue of USD 12,459.90 and an EBITDA of USD -43,823.20. The company generates revenue by facilitating direct transactions between farmers and businesses, allowing farmers to list their produce for quick sales, often completed in a single day. This model eliminates intermediaries, ensuring competitive pricing and timely payments directly to farmers' bank accounts, which allows for better profit margins compared to local market rates.Kisan Network aims to enhance its offerings by launching new products designed to further streamline supply chain processes, although specific release dates have not been disclosed. The company also plans to expand into new markets, focusing on underserved regions within India, with timelines yet to be specified. The recent Seed funding of USD 3 million will be utilized to support these initiatives, as outlined in their growth strategy following the funding round completed in January 2020.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jan 30, 2020, $3M — Y Combinator, Thiel Foundation, FundersClub, Mistletoe, General Catalyst India, Lynett Capital

## Investors

- Y Combinator (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/y-combinator) — Seed
- Thiel Foundation — Seed
- FundersClub (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fundersclub) — Seed
- Mistletoe (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/mistletoe) — Seed
- General Catalyst India (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-catalyst-india) — Seed
- Lynett Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/lynett-capital) — Seed