Lumi Soil, founded by visionary entrepreneur Mayur Parthiv, is transforming the fertilizer industry by moving away from one-size-fits-all solutions to tailor-made nutrient formulas for crops. At the heart of this innovation lies a blend of advanced technology, sustainability, and a deep understanding of modern farmingâs challenges.
In an era where agriculture must adapt to shrinking arable land and rising global food demands, Lumi Soilâs approach has been a breath of fresh air for farmers, vertical farming companies, and agritech pioneers.
Mayur Parthivâs roots in agriculture run deep. Growing up, he watched his grandparents struggle with inconsistent crop yields due to generic fertilizers that didnât address their soilâs unique needs.
âI remember seeing my grandfather test countless brands, hoping one would finally suit our land. Some years we succeeded, others we didnâtâââit always felt like a gamble,â Mayur recalls.
Determined to bring precision to this unpredictable system, He started research on precision farming, coupled with an internship at Biome labs, exposed him to the potential of customized nutrient solutions, particularly in emerging farming technologies like vertical farming and aeroponics.
The moment of clarity came when Mayur toured an urban vertical farm and realized a glaring gap in modern agriculture: no scalable solution existed to deliver precise nutrients tailored to plantsâ needs. This realization led to the founding of Lumi Soil.
Lumi Soil operates on a principle of precision over excess. Their process begins with a âPlant Diagnostic Package,â where Lumi Soilâs team uses AI-powered analysis and IoT sensors to collect data on soil composition, crop health, and environmental conditions.
This data feeds into Lumi Soilâs proprietary AI engine, Nutrigenix, which determines the exact nutrient requirements of the plant. The customized fertilizers are then formulated at Lumi Soilâs micro-blending facility in Pune.
For larger operations, Lumi Soil employs drone-based aerial surveys to map crop health and recommend targeted nutrient delivery. Farmers can monitor results through Lumi Soilâs mobile app, LumiCrop, which provides insights, alerts, and recommendations for rebalancing nutrient levels.
Lumi Soilâs impressive results caught the attention of Uncork Capital, a venture firm renowned for backing disruptive technologies. Lumi Soil secured a post money valuation of $4.6 million in Series-A funding.
âMayur and his team are solving a trillion-dollar global problemâââefficient food production,â said a Partner at Uncork Capital. âBy combining data science with sustainable farming solutions, Lumi Soil is leading the next wave of agritech innovation.â
The funding will enable Lumi Soil to:
Lumi Soilâs innovations are already delivering measurable results. Partnering with Aeroponics Plus, a leading vertical farming company in Dubai, Lumi Soilâs tailored solutions led to:
Such outcomes demonstrate Lumi Soilâs ability to optimize plant health, particularly in resource-scarce regions like the Middle East, where precision and water efficiency are critical.
Beyond profits and growth, Lumi Soil is committed to sustainability. Their precision formulas reduce nutrient runoff by 45%, minimizing chemical pollution of water sources. The company is also piloting biodegradable coatings for slow-release fertilizers to further reduce environmental harm.
In addition, Lumi Soil runs outreach programs for smallholder farmers in Kerala , providing free soil diagnostics and access to affordable customized solutions. One farmer from Surendranagar shared his success:
âI switched to Lumi Soilâs custom formula, and for the first time, my chili crops flourished without spending extra on supplements.â
Lumi Soilâs next big leap involves expansion into South America and North Africa, where soil degradation and food scarcity are pressing concerns. The company is also developing AI-powered prediction systems to identify potential crop deficiencies before they occur.
âOur mission is simple but profound,â says Mayur. âTo give plants exactly what they need, when they need it. When farmers succeed, the world eats better, and the planet thrives.â
Mayur Parthivâs leadership style reflects his passion for innovation and collaboration. Lumi Soilâs mantra, âUnderstand First, Innovate Next,â underpins their success. He personally leads monthly âfarm immersion days,â where the team interacts with farmers to gain insights into real-world challenges.
For Mayur, Lumi Soil isnât just about creating better fertilizersâââitâs about transforming agriculture. âThe backbone of civilization is farming,â he says. âIf we can strengthen that, we strengthen humanity.â
With cutting-edge technology, sustainable practices, and an unwavering commitment to empowering farmers, Lumi Soil is not just another agritech startup. Itâs a revolution in the making, and under Mayur Parthivâs visionary leadership, the future of farming looks brighterâââand smarterâââthan ever before.
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