Dimitra, a pioneer in agriculture technology, has joined forces with MANTRA, a layer 1 blockchain platform specializing in real-world assets (RWAs). This collaboration, announced in Dubai on May 28, 2025, aims to revolutionize agricultural financing by bringing green agricultural assets onchain, thereby connecting farmers with global investors in a transparent and mutually beneficial manner.
The partnership will initially focus on two key projects: cacao production in the Brazilian Amazon and carbon credit initiatives in Mexico. In Brazil, Dimitra’s Connected Cacao platform will empower smallholder farmers with advanced tools for soil analysis, crop monitoring, and AI-driven technical assistance. The goal is to enhance cacao yields and create a more profitable and transparent value chain. By tokenizing cacao-based RWAs, farmers can access new financing opportunities, while investors gain exposure to a high-demand crop.
Meanwhile, in Mexico, the collaboration will leverage Dimitra’s carbon monitoring tools to support a forest conservation project spanning over 20,000 hectares. This initiative has the potential to generate nearly one million carbon credits over the next decade, offering a traceable and verifiable investment opportunity for those looking to offset their carbon footprint.
The implications of this partnership are far-reaching. By tokenizing agricultural projects, Dimitra and MANTRA are creating a framework that can be applied globally. This approach can help economically viable agricultural projects attract much-needed funding, benefiting farmers and investors alike. Moreover, it aligns with the growing demand for sustainable and impactful investment opportunities.
Jon Trask, CEO of Dimitra, emphasized the potential of this partnership to unlock new value from the real economy. By turning regenerative agricultural projects into accessible investment opportunities, Dimitra and MANTRA are bridging the gap between farmers and investors, fostering a more sustainable and profitable agricultural sector.
John Patrick Mullin, CEO of MANTRA, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of solving real-world problems at scale. MANTRA’s blockchain infrastructure is designed to support projects like these, offering advanced technology modules, compliance mechanisms, and cross-chain interoperability.
This collaboration follows a series of significant developments for MANTRA, including the acquisition of a DeFi license from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) and the launch of the RWAccelerator program, supported by Google Cloud. These milestones underscore MANTRA’s commitment to driving innovation in the real-world asset space.
Dimitra, with its presence in 35 countries, is at the forefront of AI and blockchain-based AgTech solutions. The company’s mission is to empower farmers with data-driven insights, enhancing productivity, reducing costs, and mitigating risks. This partnership with MANTRA represents a significant step towards achieving that mission, offering a glimpse into the future of sustainable and technologically advanced agriculture.