Hatch Fund Singapore makes first investment in ‘Cultive8’ agri-tech startup

Hatch Fund Singapore has announced the completion of its first investment, backing Cultive8, a fast-growing agri-technology startup with Sri Lankan roots and a rapidly expanding regional footprint.

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Hatch is the centre of gravity for Sri Lanka's startup and innovation ecosystem, combining co-working, incubation, mentorship, acceleration, partnerships and venture funding to startups. This milestone investment reflects Hatch’s commitment to supporting high-potential early winners originating from South Asia and scaling them to global markets.

Cultive8, formerly known in Sri Lanka as Agrithmics, is now headquartered in Singapore, with operational teams across Sri Lanka, India, and Bangladesh. The company is a well-established provider of automation, ERP and fintech solutions for large and mid size plantations and processing facilities across South Asia.

Its growing portfolio includes partnerships with leading enterprises across telecommunications, agriculture, and industrial sectors, and it continues to expand its presence in India and Bangladesh. With exclusive focuson the Agriculture based industry, Cultive8 is providing Al/ |OT enabled technologies tosolve challenges faced by this critical sector.