Geospatial Innovation · Agriculture

Ekarigari – AI-Integrated Agri Supply Chain & Farmer Marketplace Platform

AI-integrated farm-to-business supply chain platform connecting farmers directly with hotels, processors, and canteens for fair pricing and reduced post-harvest losses.

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AgricultureKamrup, AssamTRL 5

About the Project

Project Overview

Ekarigari directly connects small and marginal farmers with buyers such as hotels, food processing units, and canteens through an AI-integrated marketplace with demand forecasting and logistics optimization.

Startup
Ekarigari
Sector
Agriculture
Pilot Districts
Kamrup, Assam
Current Location
Kamrup, Assam

Technology Readiness

Basic researchMarket ready
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Technology Readiness Level — TRL 5

Problem Statement

Small and marginal farmers face limited market access, price exploitation by intermediaries, high post-harvest losses, lack of fair pricing, and weak supply chain connectivity, resulting in reduced income and crop wastage.

Solution

An AI-integrated farm-to-business supply chain platform that directly connects farmers with buyers such as hotels, food processing units, and canteens. The platform enables fair pricing, demand forecasting, logistics optimization, crop planning, and reduces post-harvest losses through digital market connectivity.

Target Users

  • Small & Marginal Farmers
  • Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
  • Hotels
  • Food Processing Units
  • Restaurants
  • Canteens
  • Buyers
  • Agribusinesses

Key Features

AI Farmer Marketplace

AI-powered marketplace for direct farmer-to-business connectivity.

Fair Pricing

Transparent pricing mechanism reducing intermediary dependency.

Logistics Optimization

Supply chain and logistics optimization for fresh produce.

Crop Planning

Crop planning and rotation guidance based on demand.

Digital Onboarding

Digital farmer onboarding with local language support.

CRM Integration

Customer relationship management for buyers and farmers.

Value Proposition

Empowers farmers through direct market access, AI-driven insights, transparent pricing, and efficient supply chain management. Reduces dependency on intermediaries, improves farm profitability, minimizes crop spoilage, and promotes sustainable agriculture.

Expansion Plan

Expand F2B marketplace connectivity across Assam and North East India with logistics optimization targeting 26% cost reduction.

Environmental Impact

  • Encourages balanced fertilizer use
  • Soil restoration and sustainable farming
  • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions from spoilage

Social Impact

  • Enhances rural livelihoods
  • Improves farmer income
  • Promotes financial inclusion through digital literacy
  • Builds trust through transparent transactions

Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 1: No Poverty
  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 8: Decent Work & Economic Growth
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption & Production
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

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