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Agritech company developing AI-powered computer vision for real-time crop quality analysis for the agro-food industry, focused on grain assessment.
Inarix, based in Paris, France, develops AI-powered agritech solutions that utilize computer vision to enable real-time crop quality analysis via smartphones. Their platform transforms standard mobile phones into portable laboratories, allowing farmers, cooperatives, and traders to assess grains such as barley, wheat, and corn without specialized lab equipment, thereby optimizing logistics and reducing waste. The technology is currently utilized by over 400 users in France and deployed across more than 600 silos in over 10 countries across Europe and North America, covering approximately 40% of the French barley industry with a database exceeding a billion objects. Inarix's platform is built on advanced models like Meta's DINOv2, and has received investment from firms such as Newfund Capital. The company was founded in 2018.
Inarix has raised $3.0M across 1 funding round.
Inarix has raised $3.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Inarix is a Paris-based technology company that develops an AI-powered image analysis platform to transform crop quality assessment in agriculture. Their flagship product, PocketLab, enables farmers, grain storage organizations, and processors to perform instant, real-time crop quality evaluations using just a smartphone. This replaces traditional, costly, and time-consuming manual inspections and lab tests by providing rapid, accurate measurements of grain variety, protein content, broken grains, and other key metrics. The platform also includes a cloud-based portal and API to integrate and optimize grain logistics, enhancing transparency and traceability across the agricultural supply chain. Inarix has gained significant traction, covering about 40% of the French barley industry and serving over 600 silos in Europe and North America, demonstrating strong growth momentum and industry adoption[1][2][3][4][5].
Inarix was founded in 2018 by Pierre Chapelle in Paris. The idea emerged from the need to improve inefficiencies in grain quality assessment, which traditionally relied on manual inspection and expensive lab equipment. Chapelle envisioned transforming smartphones into "pocket laboratories" that could instantly analyze crop quality through AI and computer vision. Early traction came from the agricultural sector's positive response to the convenience and accuracy of their solution, with rapid adoption in France and expansion plans into new markets like the U.S. The company has raised over €3 million in seed funding from venture funds and industry investors to scale its technology and broaden crop coverage[1][3].
Inarix rides the wave of AI and computer vision transforming traditional industries by digitizing and automating manual processes. The timing is critical as agriculture faces increasing pressure to feed a growing global population amid supply chain disruptions, climate change, and resource constraints. By enabling real-time, on-site crop quality analysis, Inarix addresses the need for smarter, faster decision-making in agriculture, reducing waste and improving sustainability. Their technology also supports the broader trend of mobile-first AI applications and data-driven supply chain transparency, influencing how agricultural stakeholders collaborate and optimize resources globally[2][4][5].
Looking ahead, Inarix is poised to expand its crop analysis capabilities beyond barley, wheat, and corn to include soybeans and other key crops, broadening its market impact. Continued integration of cutting-edge AI models will enhance accuracy and reduce costs, making their solution more accessible worldwide. As digital transformation accelerates in agriculture, Inarix’s role as a provider of instant, reliable crop quality data will likely deepen, potentially becoming the global standard for grain quality control. Their influence may extend beyond quality assessment to broader supply chain optimization and sustainability initiatives, shaping the future of agritech innovation[2][3][5].
Inarix has raised $3.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $3.0M Seed in February 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2023 | $3M Seed | Francis Nappez | Ankaa Ventures, Cardumen Capital, Newfund, NFX, AFI Ventures, Alexandre Pierron Darbonne, Resiliance | Announced |
Inarix has raised $3.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Inarix's investors include Francis Nappez, Ankaa Ventures, Cardumen Capital, NewFund, NFX, AFI Ventures, Alexandre PIERRON-DARBONNE, Resiliance.