Forvis Mazars in India to offer advisory services to Luminis to tap Indian agriculture, aquaculture market
Luminis collaborates with Forvis Mazars in India to expand microbiome-powered AgTech solutions, backed by Nalanda Capital Partners
Gurugram, 5 May 2025: Luminis, a global pioneer in microbiome intelligence and precision agri-tech solutions, has signed a strategic collaboration with Forvis Mazars in India, a leading international advisory, audit, and tax firm to deepen Luminis’ impact in aquaculture while strategically expanding into the soil microbiome sector for agriculture in India.
The collaboration will unlock new avenues for impact across food systems, carbon resilience, and soil health. Nalanda Capital Partners, the strategic advisory and capraise arm powering Luminis’ next growth chapter, facilitated this ambitious move. With a shared vision of transforming biological data into practical tools for the planet’s most critical industries, Nalanda Capital Partners is championing the commercial and capital strategy driving this evolution.
The extensive network with Forvis Mazars in India will enable Luminis to deepen its footprint in India’s thriving agri-sector, bringing its cutting-edge Omni Biome AI platform and deep genomics capabilities to tackle pressing challenges in soil degradation, yield instability, the rise of disease, and climate resilience—all while boosting production and eliminating the need for antibiotics.
“By joining forces with Forvis Mazars and Nalanda Capital Partners, we will be able to combine science-backed solutions, powerful industry networks, and catalytic capital to deliver next-gen solutions and rewrite the future of farming,” said Rachelle Jensen, CEO of Luminis.
Through this expansion, Luminis is accelerating the deployment of next-gen bioproducts and microbiome-based solutions designed for India’s dynamic agri-food systems. Powered by extensive Next Gen Sequencing and AI-driven insights, the company is building robust genomic data lakes, laying the foundation for a new era of sustainable, science-first solutions across all of India’s farming landscapes.
“This partnership marks a strategic step for Forvis Mazars in India as we help farmers to further unlock value in crop production and aquaculture sectors,” said Ajay Kakra, Associate Partner, Government, Infrastructure and Development sector Advisory Services, Forvis Mazars in India. “By supporting Luminis, we combine innovation with our sectoral expertise to scale microbiome solutions that can transform Indian agriculture and drive real, lasting impact.”
“This partnership represents the exact kind of visionary science and scalable impact Nalanda Capital Partners is proud to back,” added Ayan Desai, Co-founder at Nalanda Capital Partners. “Together, we’re planting the seeds for a healthier, more sustainable food system— one microbe at a time.”
Agriculture and allied activities play a vital role in India’s economy, contributing approximately 16% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP). Introducing next-gen sustainable solutions will further enhance food security and national prosperity.[1]
About Luminis
Luminis is a frontier biotech company revolutionizing the future of farming through microbiome-based science. By harnessing the power of next-generation sequencing and AI- driven insights, Luminis uncovers hidden patterns in microbial ecosystems to solve some of agriculture’s most pressing challenges—from disease outbreaks to water quality degradation. This science powers the development of precision solutions, including targeted probiotics crafted from our proprietary library of high-performance microbial strains. Each formulation is tailored to enhance animal health, improve environmental resilience, and drive sustainable productivity. With a mission to future-proof food systems, Luminis is turning breakthrough science into better farming. For more information, please visit: www.luministech.com
About Forvis Mazars in India
Forvis Mazars in India is a globally leading audit, tax, and advisory services firm, providing comprehensive solutions to businesses across various industries. Forvis Mazars in India made its entry into the dynamic Indian market in the early 2000s. Forvis Mazars in India has strategically positioned network offices in key business hubs such as Delhi, Gurgaon, Bengaluru, Mumbai, and more. Forvis Mazars in India has 1600+ employees and 9 offices in India. Globally, Forvis Mazars has 40,000+ professionals operating in 100+ countries and territories. For more information, please visit: www.forvismazars.com/in