Gencrest
Gencrest Bio Products Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian biotechnology company developing biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, and sustainable fibres from agricultural biomass, serving farmers, dealers, and B2B customers across 15+ Indian states.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2020
- HeadquartersAndheri, India
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B and B2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Gencrest does
Gencrest Bio Products Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian biotechnology company incorporated in 2020 as the biotechnology arm of the Samta Group, a diversified conglomerate spanning Mines & Minerals, Renewable Energy, Fintech, Biotechnology, and Blockchain & AI. The company operates a dual-segment business model anchored in a proprietary biotech platform. The AgriBusiness segment develops and sells biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, micronutrients, organic fertilizers, specialty nutrition, adjuvants and nano products targeting Indian farmers and a dealer/distributor channel across 15+ states. The Sustainable Fibre segment converts agricultural biomass into three sub-branded fibre products (Vybrana, Raysha, Sanflax) for textile applications, applying the same upstream biotech know-how to a downstream materials use case.
Underlying output is built on four named proprietary technology platforms — Bio SAP (patented bioactive sap extraction from post-harvest residues, preserving natural plant hormones), FLO-TECH (precision foliar suspension with storage stability), COAT SMART (controlled-release nutrient coatings), and DIFPRO (water-soluble, finely tuned dissolution nutrition) — supported by in-house R&D centres in India and stated global collaborations in biotechnology and enzymatic science. Manufacturing is conducted at plants in Bhusawal (company-owned) and Surendranagar (via Samta Group), and the company holds EU Organic, two National Organic Production (Control Union and SGS), National Organic, and Regenagri certifications.
Commercially, Gencrest runs a sales-led go-to-market with Territory Sales Managers, Regional Business Heads, a dealer/distributor network, a dedicated B2B enterprise channel (for both agri-inputs and fibre), and a toll-free Samta Kisan Helpline. Customer composition is split between B2C end farmers reached indirectly through the dealer channel and a smaller B2B enterprise book (including textile customers for the fibre brands). Pricing is not publicly disclosed, all revenue flows from one-time product sales rather than licensing or subscription, and no financial metrics (revenue, funding rounds, valuation) are available in the public record.
Gencrest firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Gencrest
- Legal name
- Gencrest Bio Products Pvt. Ltd.
- Website
- https://gencrest.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2020
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- Gencrest Bio Products Pvt. Ltd. is an Indian biotechnology company developing biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, and sustainable fibres from agricultural biomass, serving farmers, dealers, and B2B customers across 15+ Indian states.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Gencrest industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- NAICS
- Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing (3253), Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing (32522)
- SIC
- Industrial Organic Chemicals (2860), Plastic Materials, Synth Resins & Nonvulcan Elastomers (2821)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Biostimulants & Plant Health Biologicals (Microbial/Non-microbial) (AFABAEAK)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Bio-based Fertilizers, Soil Amendments & Biostimulants (Digestate-derived, biochar-based inputs) (EUAAAIAH), Bio-Based & Biodegradable Compounds (PLA/PHA/Starch Blends) (IMANABAF)
Keywords
Where Gencrest is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Andheri
- HQ country
- India
- HQ region
- Asia
Offices3 records
Markets served
Gencrest business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B and B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- AgriBusiness Products: Revenue from biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, micronutrients, organic fertilizers, specialty nutrition, adjuvants, and nano products sold to farmers and dealers across India.
- Sustainable Fibre: Revenue from transforming agricultural biomass into sustainable fibers (Vybrana, Raysha, Sanflax) using eco-friendly processes for textile solutions.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels5 records
Gencrest product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Gencrest is a biotechnology company that manufactures and supplies bio-based agricultural inputs (biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, micronutrients, organic fertilizers, specialty nutrition, adjuvants, and nano products) for Indian farmers, and transforms agricultural biomass into sustainable textile fibres (Vybrana, Raysha, Sanflax). The company leverages proprietary biotechnologies (Bio SAP, FLO-TECH, COAT SMART, DIFPRO) and a circular economy model to convert agricultural by-products into high-value crop nutrition and fibre solutions.
Product overview
Gencrest operates as a dual-segment biotechnology company comprising AgriBusiness and Sustainable Fibre divisions. The AgriBusiness segment offers a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable crop inputs including Biostimulants, Micronutrients, Bio Fertilizers, Organic Fertilizers, Specialty Nutrition, Adjuvant, and Nano Products — all designed to enhance crop productivity, improve soil health, and reduce dependency on conventional agricultural inputs. The Sustainable Fibre segment transforms agricultural by-products into sustainable fibres through three sub-brands: Vybrana, Raysha, and Sanflax. The company also offers specialized products like AgroSatva Plus (a liquid biostimulant for grape cultivation). All products are backed by proprietary technologies including Bio SAP Technology (bioactive sap extraction), FLO-TECH Technology (precision foliar delivery), COAT SMART Technology (controlled-release coating), and DIFPRO Technology (water-soluble nutrition).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Vybrana: Sustainable fibre product brand under the Fibre business segment.
- Raysha
- Sanflax
- AgroSatva Plus
Products and services
- Vybrana Sustainable fibre sub-brand that transforms agricultural biomass into eco-friendly, biodegradable textile solutions.
- Raysha Sustainable fibre sub-brand offering renewable alternatives to conventional resource-intensive textiles.
- Sanflax Sustainable fibre sub-brand providing durable, biodegradable textile solutions derived from agricultural by-products.
- Biostimulants Advanced bio-based solutions that enhance crop productivity and improve plant resilience for Indian farmers.
- Micronutrients Essential micronutrient products that support balanced crop nutrition and improve yield quality.
- Bio Fertilizers Sustainable biofertilizers that improve soil health and reduce dependency on conventional chemical inputs.
- Organic Fertilizers Organic fertilizer products that support sustainable agriculture and environmental responsibility.
- Specialty Nutrition Specialty nutritional products designed for specific crop requirements and growth stages.
- Adjuvant Adjuvant products that enhance the effectiveness of agricultural formulations.
- Nano Products New-age nano fertilizer products for precision agriculture and improved nutrient delivery.
- AgroSatva Plus Liquid biostimulant product for grape and other crops that improves plant health, ensures uniform bunch development, and reduces bunch rot and fruit deterioration.
Quantifiable outcome
- Reduced dependency on conventional agricultural inputs while improving yield quality and resilience
- +2 more outcomes
Companies that use Gencrest
Customer profileNamed customers1 record
Segments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Gencrest technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature4 records
Gencrest partnerships and signals
Strategic signalScale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Gencrest competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Rallis India: Tata Group's agri-inputs subsidiary offering crop protection, seeds, and plant growth nutrients across India. Direct competitor in the Indian farmer channel with overlapping product categories in micronutrients and specialty crop nutrition.
- Multiplex Group: Indian agri-input company specializing in plant specialty nutrition, water-soluble fertilizers, and bio-stimulants sold to Indian farmers. Highly comparable to Gencrest's specialty nutrition and biostimulant portfolio with similar dealer-driven distribution.
- Dhanuka Agritech: Mid-cap Indian agri-input firm with a portfolio of insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, and plant nutrition products sold through a pan-India dealer network. Comparable in scale and channel approach to Gencrest's AgriBusiness segment.
- Crystal Crop Protection: Indian agri-input company offering crop protection, seeds, and crop nutrition products to Indian farmers through a similar dealer-distributor channel model. Most directly comparable Indian peer in terms of scale, breadth, and GTM.
Broad incumbents
- Coromandel International: Murugappa Group's fertilizer and crop protection major with leading market share in Indian phosphatic fertilizers and a growing specialty nutrients business. Comparable to Gencrest on the fertilizer side but with deeper commodity exposure.
- UPL Limited: India's largest agrochemical company with a broad portfolio of crop protection chemicals, biostimulants, and seeds. UPL is a broad incumbent overlapping with Gencrest's biostimulant and biofertilizer lines but operating at vastly larger scale and with a global footprint Gencrest lacks.
- PI Industries: Leading Indian agri-sciences and custom manufacturing company with strong R&D capabilities in crop protection and specialty nutrients. Comparable to Gencrest's biotechnology-led agri-input model but with much larger revenue base and established global distribution.
Emerging players
- IPL Biologicals: India-focused agri-biologicals company specializing in biofertilizers, biopesticides, and biostimulants using microbial technology. Closest emerging peer to Gencrest's biotechnology-led biofertilizer and biostimulant product lines.
- Kan Biosys: India-based agri-biologicals company focused on microbial biostimulants and biocontrol products with research-driven positioning. Comparable emerging peer to Gencrest's biologicals/biostimulants focus though with a more microbial-centric technology base.
Others
- Pratibha Syntex: Indian sustainable textile manufacturer producing yarns and fabrics from organic cotton and recycled fibers. Relevant adjacency given the personal connection (MD Shreyaskar Chaudhary is a Gencrest advisor) and overlap with Gencrest's Sustainable Fibre segment's go-to-market in textile supply chains.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Gencrest social profiles
Digital presenceGencrest compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance5 records
Gencrest financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Gencrest leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles12 records
Gencrest funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Gencrest M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about Gencrest
What does Gencrest do?
Gencrest is a biotechnology company that manufactures and supplies bio-based agricultural inputs (biofertilizers, biostimulants, liquid fertilizers, micronutrients, organic fertilizers, specialty nutrition, adjuvants, and nano products) for Indian farmers, and transforms agricultural biomass into sustainable textile fibres (Vybrana, Raysha, Sanflax). The company leverages proprietary biotechnologies (Bio SAP, FLO-TECH, COAT SMART, DIFPRO) and a circular economy model to convert agricultural by-products into high-value crop nutrition and fibre solutions.
Is Gencrest a public or private company?
Gencrest is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Gencrest founded?
Gencrest was founded in 2020. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is Gencrest based?
Gencrest is headquartered in Andheri, India, in the Asia region.
How does Gencrest make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. AgriBusiness Products are the primary driver. The others are sustainable Fibre.
Who are Gencrest's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Rallis India, Multiplex Group, Dhanuka Agritech and Crystal Crop Protection. Broad incumbents are Coromandel International, UPL Limited and PI Industries. Emerging players are IPL Biologicals and Kan Biosys. Pratibha Syntex is listed as an others.
Does Gencrest have an API?
No public API is recorded for Gencrest.
What industry is Gencrest in?
Gencrest's product category is Agricultural Biotechnology. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFABAEAK, Biostimulants & Plant Health Biologicals (Microbial/Non-microbial), with a secondary code of EUAAAIAH, Bio-based Fertilizers, Soil Amendments & Biostimulants (Digestate-derived, biochar-based inputs). Its NAICS code is 3253 and its SIC code is 2860.