WeGrow: Revolutionizing Onion
Harvesting
Investment Opportunity for
Innovative Onion Transplanter
Introduction to WeGrow
• WeGrow is an agritech startup focused on
developing innovative farm machinery.
• Our first product is an Onion Transplanter
designed to enhance efficiency and reduce
labor costs.
• Future plans include developing multicrop
transplanters to serve a wider range of
agricultural needs.
Market Analysis: Onion Harvesting
in India
• India is one of the largest producers of onions
globally, with three key harvesting seasons:
Rabi, Kharif, and Late Kharif.
• The Rabi season accounts for about 70% of
the total onion production, crucial for price
stability.
• In 2024, India aims to increase Kharif onion
acreage by 27% to stabilize supply amidst
rising prices.
• The average retail price of onions has risen by
Problem Statement
• Current onion harvesting faces challenges
such as:
• - High labor costs and shortages
• - Time-consuming manual processes
• - Inefficiencies leading to crop losses and
reduced profitability
• There is a significant need for innovative
machinery to overcome these challenges.
Our Solution: The Onion
Transplanter
• Introducing WeGrow's Onion Transplanter:
• - Automates the transplanting process,
reducing labor dependency.
• - Increases efficiency and accuracy in planting.
• - Designed for easy operation and adaptability
to different field conditions.
• Comparison with existing methods shows a
40% reduction in labor costs and a 30%
increase in planting speed.
Business Model and Revenue
Streams
• Revenue Streams:
• - Direct sales of the transplanter to large farms
and cooperatives.
• - Leasing options for small to medium-sized
farms.
• - After-sales services, including maintenance
and spare parts.
• Pricing Strategy: Competitive pricing with
expected margins of 30-40%.
Future Roadmap
• Short-Term Goals:
• - Secure funding to build the first physical
prototype of the onion transplanter.
• - Conduct field trials and gather user feedback.
• Long-Term Goals:
• - Develop a range of multicrop transplanters.
• - Expand to international markets with
customized solutions.
Investment Opportunity
• Seeking investment to fund:
• - Manufacturing of the first batch of onion
transplanters.
• - Marketing and distribution efforts.
• - Research and development for future
product lines.
• Projected Return on Investment (ROI): 25-30%
within the first three years.
Conclusion
• WeGrow is poised to transform the onion
harvesting market with our innovative
transplanter.
• Join us in revolutionizing agriculture,
enhancing productivity, and driving
sustainable growth.
• We look forward to your support and
partnership in this exciting venture.
