1000 Farms

BioGel: scalable biological infrastructure for regenerative and climate-resilient food systems

About

BioGel is a patented, gel-based biological delivery platform that overcomes the inconsistent performance of conventional agri-biologicals. It features high-density microbial loading, extended shelf life, and controlled release, and is fully compatible with existing farming practices. Scalable across crops and regions, BioGel reduces reliance on chemical fertilizers, improves soil health, and delivers measurable economic benefits for farmers.

TRACTION & ACHIEVEMENTS

Funding / Grants

BioGel is self-funded through its founders and bank credit. It has demonstrated consistent agronomic and economic benefits across more than 300,000 acres covering multiple crops and agro-climatic regions over repeated seasons. Global customers, including Raddis Cotton, Dr. Reddy’s Foundation, Syngenta Foundation/EIP, Parry Agro, and Bayer Crop Sciences, are working with BioGel’s products and seeing significant measurable outcomes.

Patents & IP

Patent No., "Polymeric Gel Based Agrobiological Composition." 421141

Awards & Achievements

MIT Solve's 2025 Global Climate Challenge Winner

Team

BioGel’s team combines expertise from IIT Madras alumni and PhDs in biotechnology, biochemistry, nanotechnology, and soil sciences, with advisors experienced in climate policy, global agribusiness, and commercialization, ensuring scientific rigor and scalable implementation.

TEAM MEMBERS

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Kavitha Sairam

Director

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Giridhar Gadhiraju

Director

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