Bengaluru (India) based AI Platform for food and agriculture, Cropin Technology, has entered into a strategic collaboration with Walmart to strengthen sourcing solutions and optimize fresh produce supply chains across the retailer’s U.S. and South American markets. By integrating Cropin’s AI-powered agri-intelligence platform, Walmart aims to improve yield forecasting, monitor crop health and enhance the predictability of seasonal transitions, ensuring a more resilient and efficient food supply chain.
Leveraging AI for Agricultural Efficiency
As climate change, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical uncertainties continue to challenge the global food industry, the need for advanced solutions has never been greater. Walmart is integrating Cropin’s AI-driven tools to mitigate risks related to extreme weather conditions, market volatility, and supply shortages. The platform’s predictive intelligence will help the retailer secure a steady flow of high-quality, perishable commodities while minimizing waste and enhancing product availability for consumers.
Cropin’s AI technology enables real-time analysis of crop readiness, quality forecasts and risk assessments, allowing Walmart to move from traditional sourcing methods to a more precise, data-driven approach. By leveraging granular insights into pest outbreaks, weather risks and soil health, Walmart will be able to make informed decisions that balance cost, quality, and sustainability.
Strengthening Supply Chain Sustainability
Beyond optimizing operational efficiency, Cropin’s technology supports Walmart’s commitment to sustainability by providing a comprehensive dashboard to track key environmental factors such as greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, and deforestation impact. The platform also facilitates compliance with global environmental regulations, including the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), by offering digital validation of sustainable sourcing practices.
“Tech innovation is what drives real-world solutions to move forward a globally resilient supply chain. By collaborating with Cropin, Walmart can further streamline sourcing practices and better predict yields using their real-time Gen-AI technology. We are always looking for new ways to innovate and Cropin demonstrates our commitment to advancing agricultural technology.”
A Milestone in Agri-Food Technology
Reflecting on the partnership, Krishna Kumar, Founder and CEO of Cropin, highlighted the growing importance of AI-driven solutions in agriculture. “Starting 2025 with this milestone is truly exciting for us at Cropin. Collaborating with Walmart is both an honor and a valuable learning experience. Walmart has consistently set industry benchmarks, not just for its own operations but for the entire retail sector,” he said.
Krishna Kumar emphasized that technology in upstream agriculture is no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses aiming to future-proof their models. He also praised Walmart for its leadership in the retail sector and commitment to evolving best practices, positioning the collaboration as a key step toward shaping a new era in agri-food sourcing and growth.
“In my 14 years of driving tech and AI-enabled transformations in the agri-food industry, the last few years have been particularly promising, as stakeholders in the agri-food space recognize that technology in upstream agriculture is no longer a luxury, but a necessity to future-proof business models. Our collaboration with Walmart reflects this ongoing shift, and we look forward to exceeding their expectations, strengthening our position as a trusted enabler of future growth.”
With this partnership, Cropin and Walmart are ushering in a new approach to managing agricultural supply chains. By integrating AI-powered intelligence, the collaboration is set to drive sustainability, efficiency, and resilience in the sourcing and distribution of fresh produce. As climate challenges and market uncertainties persist, the use of real-time data-driven solutions is poised to redefine the way food retailers manage their supply chains, ensuring a more predictable and sustainable food system for the future.
