Key Takeaways
- Farmdar receives strategic funding from ADB Ventures to expand precision agriculture solutions across South and Southeast Asia.
- The partnership aims to accelerate climate-resilient agriculture and sustainable productivity.
- The company’s AI and satellite-powered platforms, CropScan™ and YieldPro™, support major crops and multiple agribusiness sectors.
- Leadership from both organizations emphasizes regional impact and long-term growth.
- Funding will strengthen existing markets and support pilots in new countries.
ADB Ventures Invests in Farmdar to Advance Climate-Resilient Agriculture
Farmdar, an agritech company specializing in AI and satellite-based crop analytics, has secured funding from ADB Ventures, the venture capital arm of the Asian Development Bank. The investment marks a significant step in scaling the company’s precision agriculture tools across South and Southeast Asia.
The partnership is designed to expand access to Farmdar’s AI-powered technology for farmers, agribusinesses, and allied industries in regions facing climate pressures and declining productivity. ADB Ventures highlighted the platform’s potential to support sustainable farming practices and strengthen supply chain resilience.
“Farmdar harnesses satellite data and AI-powered analytics to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and its supply chain,” said Arsalan Farooquee of ADB Ventures. “This collaboration creates a unique opportunity to scale Farmdar’s solutions across Southeast Asia, advancing climate resilience and adaptation at a transformative level.”
Farmdar Expands AI and Space Technology Solutions Across Asia
The company’s technology stack provides high-accuracy crop insights through satellite imaging and machine learning. Its core products include:
- CropScan™ — an AI and space technology platform that delivers actionable insights to help agribusinesses improve planning and efficiency.
- YieldPro™ — a crop monitoring tool enabling farmers to boost yields, reduce input costs, and better manage climate risks.
Farmdar’s analytics support a wide range of agricultural segments, from seeds and crop protection to machinery, fertilizers, food and beverage, and financial institutions. The platform covers major crops such as wheat, rice, corn, soybean, sugarcane, potatoes, fruits, and vegetables.
“We are excited for ADB Ventures to join us on our bold journey to transform lives and impact society,” said Muhammed Bukhari, Co-founder and CEO. “Partnering with ADB will enable us to drive sustainable and inclusive growth in countries like Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam.”
Farmdar Strengthens Regional Presence With New Funding
The new capital will help the company deepen its presence in existing markets including Thailand and Pakistan, while launching pilot projects in additional Asian countries. The funding round also included participation from existing investors Indus Valley Capital and Moment Ventures.
With climate variability intensifying across Asia’s agricultural landscapes, the ability to monitor, predict, and respond with precision is increasingly essential. Farmdar aims to serve this need by combining space technology with accessible, farmer-focused tools designed to improve productivity and sustainability.
As the company scales its technology footprint, Farmdar positions itself as a key player in advancing climate-resilient agriculture for millions of farmers across the region.
