Kahn: Accel is by far the most active VC in Indian agritech
Mark Kahn · Omnivore Ventures: Understanding Agritech From Mark Kahn’s Lens · Apr 12, 2020 · at 16:32
Mark Kahn discusses the participation of generalist venture capital firms in Indian agritech deals.
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