Jarratt Ong
We are mint to be | Food & Agriculture Startups from 2020
Updated: Oct 22, 2021

2020 was a whirlwind of experiences. It was the first time we incubated aspiring startups virtually and to see them power through 2020 was awe-inspiring. They make the journey of creating sustainable cities and communities, more possible with each passing day.
Here are some of the startups who hunkered down to find solutions to tackle the Future of Food and Agriculture.
Can you guess what they are about?
Phytopia

Hint: supply chain connection + agriculture technology

Source: Phytopia's website
Phytopia is a social enterprise targeting two beneficiary groups by developing a horizontally integrated supply chain. Phytopia connects small farmers with simple agtech to improve efficiency and offers the students and staff in universities with affordable and healthier food made from harvested produces in a form of salad box.
Here are some highlights of what they have done!
Third place in Social Innovation Ideas Competition BISIC2020
Contributed RM500 to help students navigate the COVID-19's Movement Control Order
Find Phytopia on:
Datanam

Hint: data + vertical farming
Datanam, uses a Precision Vertical Farming method that combines the practices of the best local farms with the latest technologies to grow the best quality of produce in a systematic way. Datanam uses data to ensure that the demand and supply are matched in a manner that maximises sustainability.

Source: Datanam's website
Here are some highlights of what they have done!
Reducing crop cycles by 40% through optimisation and automation allowing for faster harvest
Empowering consumers to build their own farms with home space
Leveraging on blockchain and IOT to ensure traceability and quality assurance
Find Phytopia on:
Hidroagro

Hint: hydro + education
Agricultural startup providing hydroponic and aquaponic solutions along with training and education to farmers to provide healthier, tech-driven ways of growing and consuming food produce.
Here are some highlights of what they have done!
We are incredibly grateful to have been able to work with these talented startups being a part of the sustainability community. We cannot wait to see what 2021 will bring us! Your support in 2020 has been monument in ensuring that we can pay it forward and support other early-stage impact founders by creating more sustainability opportunities so we can have the sustainable society of our dreams.
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