AGRI SHOPPING-FARMER ONLINE SELLING APPLICATION
ABSTARCT :
Farming is the Prime Occupation in India in spite of this, today the people involved in farming belongs to the lower class and is in deep poverty.
The Advanced techniques and the Automated machines which are leading the world to new heights, is been lagging when it is concerned to farming, either the lack of awareness of the advanced facilities or the unavailability leads to the poverty in farming.
Even after all the hard work and the production done by the farmers, in today’s market the farmers are cheated by the Agents, leading to the poverty.
This application would make all the things automatic which make easier serving as a best solution to all the problems. Farmer’s e-Market will serve as a way for the farmers to sell their products across the country just with some basic knowledge about how to use the website. The site will guide the farmers in all the aspects.
EXISTING SYSTEM :
As of now, Farmers are purchasing their agricultural requirements such as seeds, fertilizers, etc manually i.e going to their respective shops and purchasing. This is how the existing system of farmers purchasing their agricultural requirements.
In the existing system, purchases are made manually, which means that the farmer must go for purchase and then select the things he desires from that shop.
Since he is purchasing from the storekeeper who is not the actual seller of those products, he obviously charges some extra taxes which also include his profit on that particular product so this makes the farmer buy those products at a higher price than the actual price.
It’s an absolutely time-consuming process, not giving exposure to a wide variety of products, and also not cost-effective for the farmer. Thus, the system has to be automated. Also, Farmers are not getting a fair price while selling their farm products.
DISADVANTAGE :
Digital Divide and Lack of Internet Access: Many farmers, particularly in rural areas, may have limited access to smartphones, the internet, or technical skills needed to use such platforms effectively. This can prevent them from fully utilizing the app, leading to exclusion from the benefits it offers.
Logistics and Delivery Challenges: Ensuring efficient delivery of goods from farmers to consumers can be a challenge. Farmers may face issues with packaging, transportation, or finding reliable delivery partners. Poor logistics can lead to delayed or damaged goods, which could affect customer satisfaction.
Technical Issues: The application might face technical problems such as glitches, bugs, or system downtime. Farmers and consumers may find these issues frustrating, which could discourage them from using the platform regularly.
PROPOSED SYSTEM :
Our Application enables Farmers: To buy all the necessary requirements and products through online on our application platform by sitting at one place rather than going all the way from their native village to the shops in the town. So that the farmers are able to save time and also buy the products costeffectively.
To get exposure to the wide range of varieties so that farmers can buy desired products as per their requirements and specifications.
This Application also enables: The people buy fruits and vegetables directly from the farmer so that both can get a fair price respectively and be profitable as well, as we are cutting middlemen by connecting the customers directly to the farmers.
ADVANTAGE :
Increased Market Access:Farmers can reach a much larger audience beyond their local markets, including urban consumers. This is especially important for those in remote or rural areas who previously faced limited access to markets.
Better Price Realization:By cutting out intermediaries, farmers can potentially sell their products at better prices and earn a higher income.
Convenience:Farmers can sell their products from the comfort of their farms or homes without needing to travel long distances to local markets.
Reduced Waste and Spoilage:With better access to consumers, farmers can better plan their production and demand, reducing the risk of excess produce going unsold and spoiling.
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