Farm to Feed, a Kenyan agri-tech startup founded in 2020, has secured an undisclosed amount of funding from Renew Capital, a pan-African investment firm focused on sustainable social impact.
This investment will enable Farm to Feed to scale its innovative platform aimed at reducing food loss and waste in Kenya by connecting farmers with surplus or “imperfect” produce to new markets.
“Our goal at Farm to Feed is to transform the way food is valued and utilized in Kenya. We’re dedicated to reducing the environmental footprint of agriculture, boosting farmer incomes, and making nutritious food more accessible and affordable for all,” said Claire van Enk, managing director of Farm to Feed.
Tech-Enabled B2B Platform
The startup’s tech-enabled B2B platform streamlines the process of aggregating supply and demand, optimizing logistics, and facilitating communication between farmers and buyers.
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By creating a market for fruits and vegetables that might not meet cosmetic standards for supermarkets but are still perfectly good to eat, Farm to Feed is not only reducing food waste but also providing farmers with an additional revenue stream.
“Farm to Feed embodies the kind of innovative spirit and determination we value at Renew Capital,” said Esther Mwikali, Renew Capital’s investment and project manager for Kenya. “We’re committed to backing growth-oriented founders who possess a blend of skill, grit, and passion. Farm to Feed’s work in transforming Kenya’s food system aligns perfectly with these values.”
Renew Capital’s Commitment
Founded by Matt and Laura Davis in 2012, Renew Capital is a pan-African investment firm that manages investments for a global network of high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and family offices seeking financial returns and sustainable social impact.
In February, the firm launched a new pan-African tech fund to back innovative founders building world-class companies on the continent, further solidifying its commitment to supporting innovative solutions that drive positive change.
Scaling Impact With this funding from Renew Capital, Farm to Feed is poised to expand its operations and make a significant impact on reducing food waste, boosting farmer incomes, and improving food accessibility in Kenya.
