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Cold-Pressed Oil Start-Up Gramiyaa Raises Rs 7.2 Crore in Pre-Series A Round

Gramiyaa is expanding its production capacity to 4 lakh litres per month, positioning itself as the largest producer in the segment. To support this growth, the company is enhancing its sourcing capabilities and streamlining manufacturing processes

Cold-Pressed Oil Start-Up Gramiyaa Raises Rs 7.2 Crore in Pre-Series A Round

Gramiyaa, a Bengaluru-based vertically integrated producer of cold-pressed oils, has raised Rs 7.2 crore in an equity Pre-Series A round led by Homegrown Ventures, alongwith Campus Fund and Mumbai Angels. All three investors have reinvested in the company just a year after the seed round in March 2024. This highlights the growing demand for non-refined, high-quality oils in India.

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The company, in an official statement, said that it is set to achieve Rs 36 crore in annual recurring revenue (ARR) by March 2025. With this new round, the company is poised to expand production, build brand awareness, and solidify its leadership in the segment.

With this fresh capital infusion, Gramiyaa is expanding its production capacity to 4 lakh litres per month, positioning itself as the largest producer in the segment. To support this growth, the company is enhancing its sourcing capabilities and streamlining manufacturing processes to deliver consistent, high-quality oils at scale.

This expansion will also strengthen Gramiyaa’s distribution channels, including its D2C platform, offline retail, and its fastest-growing sales driver — quick commerce. These efforts will enable the brand to meet rising consumer demand more efficiently and effectively.

"The cold-pressed oil category in India is no longer a niche; it's evolving into a robust market driven by consumer demand," said Nader Amiri, General Partner at Homegrown Ventures.

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Founded by third-generation oil maker Sibi Manivannan, Gramiyaa is a wood cold-pressed oils. The company operates its own manufacturing facility, ensuring consistency, hygiene, and process integrity.

Mohamed Yaseen, cofounder of Gramiyaa said this investment reinforces the company’s commitment to owning its production process, which is key to maintaining consistent quality as we scale. The funds will also support our efforts to build brand awareness and further establish Gramiyaa as a leader in the healthy cooking oils segment."

While cold-pressed oils have historically been associated with small-scale production and fragmented supply chains, Gramiyaa is redefining the category through structure and scale. By prioritising vertical integration and manufacturing excellence, Gramiyaa ensures consumers receive high-quality oils made from premium seeds—free from the inconsistencies that often affect the segment.

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