Finnish B2B SaaS startup Orijin that transforms agricultural supply chains, has secured strategic funding from Brainforest and Gorilla Capital to advance sustainability in coffee and cocoa production, ArcticStartup reports.

About Orijin

  • Orijin, was founded in 2023 by Salla Mankinen and Teemu Hurmeranta is a Finnish B2B SaaS company that digitalising the first mile of food supply chains.

  • The company helps agri-processors in coffee and cacao supply chains gain operational excellence through digital data and tools – fostering sustainability, ethical conduct and compliance all through the supply chain globally.

  • Orijin’s platform equips farmer features like deforestation monitoring and real-time product origin verification, enabling compliance with rigorous global standards like the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).

The company’s approach earned it second place at Arctic15 Pitching Competition, the Nordic region’s prestigious startup competition hosted by FiBAN, where it outshone over 180 competitors. 

Investment details

The round was backed by Brainforest and Gorilla Capital. The amount of the deal was not disclosed.

  • Brainforest is a for-impact venture platform for forests & climate. Enabled by the Migros Pioneer Fund, part of the social commitment of the Migros Group, and cofounded by the WWF Switzerland.

  • Gorilla Capital is one of the Nordic's most active early-stage investors. The fund invests €50,000 to €1 million and provides focused guidance, mentoring, and a learning environment post-investment, apart from the capital.

Orijin plans to leverage the funding to enhance its technology, expand its global footprint, and empower smallholder farmers and agribusinesses with sustainable solutions, paving the way for a greener and more equitable agricultural future.

Previously, AIN informed that Gorilla Capital invested in Finnish startup Planmark.