- Secai Marche raises $2.1M.
- Connects farmers to restaurants.
- Plans Southeast Asian expansion and AI upgrades.
A fresh approach to produce procurement
Japan-based startup Secai Marche has secured an additional $2.1 million in its Series A funding round, bringing the total to $3.4 million.
Secai Marche, which connects farmers directly restaurants and retailers in Southeast Asia, boasts impressive 200% year-on-year growth and partnerships over 1,300 HORECA customers.
Secai Marche’s one-stop fulfillment service sources over 4,000 items, from everyday vegetables to specific leaves for haute cuisine.
Their direct distribution network and demand forecasting system ensure fair prices for both farmers and buyers, minimizing waste and optimizing delivery costs.
Cultivating growth in Southeast Asia
The fresh capital will fuel Secai Marche’s expansion plans, including new fulfillment centers and AI-powered demand forecasting.
The company aims to automate last-mile deliveries, enhance system development, and ramp up marketing efforts to solidify its presence in the Southeast Asian market.
