Rohan Suresh, a mechanical engineer turned self-taught AI and IoT specialist, founded Agrilectric to tackle key inefficiencies in Indian agriculture ,high dependence on manual labor, outdated methods, and absent data insights. Drawing from EV experience, his personal farming exposure sparked a mission to empower smallholder farmers with affordable, green tech that delivers returns.
Tackling Labor, Tradition, and Data Gaps
Traditional farming traps small and marginal farmers in low-profit cycles. Our agri solutions combine smart technology and intuitive systems to improve farm efficiency and deliver seamless, data driven operations. The name blends “agri” and “electric,” evoking a circular economy, renewable sources of energy—making farming more sustainable and economically viable. Rohan juggles founder, engineer, and farmer hats, navigating complex tech-farming intersections.
Trust via Trials and Word-of-Mouth
Farmers demand proof, so Rohan offers field trials for hands-on testing, building credibility through transparency. Word-of-mouth drives adoption as successes spread. Communication bridges urban tech with rural realities, prioritizing time-proven honesty over quick sales. Affordability targets smallholders: remote access and green energy cut costs long-term.
Bootstrapped Start to Investor Hunt
₹3 lakh kickstarted prototypes and diverse farm tests, honing products amid development-outreach balance. Pitching hundreds of investors taught selectivity—prioritizing those offering networks, distribution, or market access over mere capital. Fundraising’s marathon reinforced agri-tech’s 7-10 year horizon.
Three E’s of Real Impact
Economic gains beat engine-based gear; ergonomic designs cut vibrations for easier use by women and elderly; environmental wins via renewables close the loop. Rohan eyes full-stack ecosystems, collaborating with policymakers and manufacturers for setup-to-sale flows.
Vision and Founder Advice
Agrilectric aims for comprehensive smart farming for all scales. Rohan urges aspiring agri-tech builders: observe real problems, network deeply, embrace long timelines, and stay open-minded.
Agrilectric shows tech’s rural promise—one efficient, sustainable harvest at a time.
Interview By : Sejal Thakur
