e-NAM Scheme: A Step Towards a Digital Marketplace for Indian Farmers

Fenton Technologies
Aug 7
3 min read

In India, farmers have traditionally depended on local agricultural markets (mandis) to sell their produce. However, the lack of transparency, presence of middlemen, and limited access to wider markets have often prevented them from receiving fair prices. To solve this longstanding problem, the Government of India launched the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) — a revolutionary step towards digital and transparent agri-trading.

e-NAM is an online trading platform that connects existing APMC mandis across the country into one integrated national market. It enables farmers to sell their produce to buyers anywhere in India, ensuring competitive prices and better market access.

🔍 What is e-NAM?

Launched in April 2016, the e-NAM (Electronic National Agriculture Market) is an initiative by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, operated by the Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC). The aim is to digitize agricultural markets, integrate them, and empower farmers by providing them access to real-time price discovery and nationwide buyers.

As of 2025, over 1,300 mandis across states have been integrated with the e-NAM platform, and thousands of farmers and traders are using it daily for fair and quick trading.

🎯 Key Objectives of e-NAM

To create a unified national market for agricultural commodities
To enable transparent, online trading of produce
To reduce the role of middlemen and ensure direct farmer-to-buyer transactions
To enhance price competitiveness for farmers
To facilitate real-time price discovery based on actual demand and supply

✅ Benefits of e-NAM for Farmers

Better Price RealizationFarmers can view prices across various mandis and sell their produce where they get the highest bid.
TransparencyThe online bidding and payment system eliminates corruption and manipulation in price determination.
Access to Wider MarketsFarmers are no longer limited to their local mandis; they can now sell across states and cities.
Faster PaymentsOnce the deal is finalized, the payment is directly transferred to the farmer's bank account, avoiding delays.
Grading & Quality Assurancee-NAM mandis are equipped with quality testing labs, allowing farmers to get better value for high-quality produce.
Digital Weighinge-NAM ensures accurate measurement through electronic weighing systems, reducing chances of cheating.

📲 How Can Farmers Register?

Step-by-Step Process:

Visit your nearest e-NAM enabled APMC mandi
Submit documents like:
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details
- Land/farm ownership or cultivation proof
Get your farmer registration ID and login credentials
Log in via www.enam.gov.in or the e-NAM mobile app
Start listing your produce, view bids, and select buyers

🆕 Recent Updates in 2025

Simplified mobile app interface for easy use
Introduction of transport and logistics modules for easy movement of produce
Over 1.7 crore farmers registered till date
Live mandi prices and trends now available on SMS alerts
Training workshops in villages to increase digital literacy among farmers

📌 Suggestions for Farmers

Ensure you register with accurate mobile and bank details
Use quality testing labs to get premium pricing
List your produce during peak demand seasons
Stay informed about mandi trends and buyer ratings
Opt for digital payments to avoid delays and fraud

🔚 Conclusion

e-NAM is transforming the traditional agricultural marketing system in India. By empowering farmers with nationwide access, fair prices, and real-time trading, the scheme is eliminating middlemen, bringing transparency, and boosting income for millions of farmers.

It is not just a scheme — it’s a movement towards a self-reliant and digitally empowered agricultural economy.