Venture X backs Croptimus in climate-smart agriculture

Egyptian agritech startup Croptimus has attracted fresh investment from Venture X, underscoring growing momentum behind climate-smart agriculture and sustainable food systems across the Middle East and Africa.

While the value of the deal remains undisclosed, the funding highlights sustained investor appetite for technologies that tackle food security, water scarcity and agricultural waste.

Established in 2021 by Ahmed Hassanein and Abdelrahman AlAtrash, Croptimus specialises in converting agricultural and food waste into high-value bio-products for farms and agribusinesses. Its portfolio includes biochar, bio-oil and activated oil, solutions designed to improve soil health, cut water consumption and reduce dependence on chemical fertilisers. By serving commercial players across the agricultural supply chain, the company has positioned itself at the centre of the region’s fast-evolving agritech ecosystem.

The new capital will support Croptimus’ plans to scale its proprietary technology and expand into additional regional and international markets. The startup is an alumnus of the Harvest Accelerator, a programme focused on advancing agricultural innovation and resilient food systems, which has helped move its solutions from pilot phase to commercial deployment.

Venture X said the investment reflects rising interest in agriculture, food security, and resource efficiency as climate pressure grows across emerging markets. Investors are increasingly prioritising waste-to-value and emissions-reduction models that also enhance farm productivity and profitability.

Farah Al-Nahhas said the deal brings a new investor group into the agritech space and could encourage more angel funding for early-stage startups. Hassanein said the partnership supports Croptimus' next phase of growth and broader deployment of its technology.

The deal comes as agritech funding across the Middle East and Africa continues to rise, driven by population growth, limited arable land and rising input costs. Egypt has emerged as a strategic base for agritech startups thanks to its large-scale farming sector, export-oriented agriculture and strong industrial infrastructure. With capital markets still cautious, investors are favouring startups like Croptimus that demonstrate clear use cases, measurable cost savings and scalable business-to-business models aligned with global sustainability goals.