Cyber Monday Sale! 50% Off All Access

Government Launches INR 750 Cr AgriSure Fund to Drive Innovation in Agritech and Rural Enterprises The AgriSure fund, officially named the Agri Fund for Startups and Rural Enterprises, will provide both equity and debt financing to support agripreneurs.

By Entrepreneur Staff

You're reading Entrepreneur India, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media.

Freepik

In a significant move to transform India's agricultural sector, Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced the launch of the INR 750-crore 'AgriSure' fund.

This fund is aimed at boosting agritech startups and rural enterprises, a clear demonstration of the government's commitment to fostering innovation and investment in agriculture.

The AgriSure fund, officially named the Agri Fund for Startups and Rural Enterprises, will provide both equity and debt financing to support agripreneurs. By alleviating financial constraints, this initiative is expected to propel agritech advancements, enabling startups to scale and contribute to the modernization of agricultural practices across India. The government's goal is to stimulate growth in agritech by attracting private investment and enhancing productivity across the sector.

Complementing this initiative, the government has also introduced a INR 1 lakh crore Agriculture Infrastructure Fund to support the development of farm-related infrastructure in rural areas.

Further solidifying the government's efforts, Chouhan also launched the KrishiNivesh Portal, an integrated digital platform designed to centralise investment opportunities and agricultural information. This portal simplifies access to government schemes for agribusinesses, farmers, and entrepreneurs, streamlining the process of engaging with various agricultural investment initiatives.

The introduction of the AgriSure fund and KrishiNivesh Portal highlights the government's comprehensive strategy to reform agriculture and support farmers. These efforts are poised to modernise India's agricultural investment landscape, fostering growth, innovation, and enhanced productivity in the sector.

Entrepreneur Staff

Entrepreneur Staff

Editor

For more than 30 years, Entrepreneur has set the course for success for millions of entrepreneurs and small business owners. We'll teach you the secrets of the winners and give you exactly what you need to lay the groundwork for success.
Business News

'This Company Has Been My Life': Intel CEO Retires, Reportedly Forced Out

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has led the company since February 2021 and said his departure is "bittersweet."

Business News

'Something Previously Impossible': New AI Makes 3D Worlds Out of a Single Image

The new technology allows viewers to explore two-dimensional images in 3D.

Business News

'I Stand By My Decisions': A CEO Is Going Viral For Firing Almost All of the Company's Employees — Here's Why

The Musicians Club CEO Baldvin Oddsson fired 99 workers at once over Slack for missing a morning meeting. But there's a catch.

Real Estate

Why Real Estate Should Be a Key Part of Your Wealth-Building Strategy in 2025 and Beyond

Real estate remains a strong choice for building wealth in 2025 and beyond, from its ability to generate passive income to offering long-term appreciation and acting as a hedge against inflation.

Business News

'If It Seems Too Good to Be True It Probably Is': $18 Million Worth of 'Great Deals' Confiscated By Border Cops

A shipment of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars from Asia was seized at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport.