Mobile App for Direct Market Acces for Farmers

Mobile App for Direct Market Acces for Farmers

1Dr.N.Thrimoorthy ,2R.Karthik, 3Jatin Thapa ,4Bala Madhusudhan, 5Y.Uday Reddy

1 Assistant Professor Dept. Of IS&E ,2,3,4,5UG Student Dept. Of CS&E

1,2,3,4,5Presidency University, Bengaluru-560089

1thrimoorthy.n@presidencyuniversity.in, 2karthikroyal694774@gmail.com, 3thapajatin700@gmail.com,

4balamadhusudhan8899@gmail.com,5udayreddy3005@gmail.com

Abstract
Background: The Farmer-Consumer Marketplace App is a mobile-based platform designed to directly connect agricultural producers with end consumers, thereby eliminating intermediaries in the supply chain. This initiative addresses persistent challenges in the agricultural sector such as price volatility, information asymmetry, and the marginalization of small-scale farmers[5][6]. By facilitating transparent, data-driven transactions, the app empowers farmers with fair pricing and consumers with access to fresh, locally sourced produce[6]

Built using Flutter for cross-platform compatibility and Firebase for backend services, the application supports real-time data handling, secure user authentication, and role-based interfaces customized for farmers and consumers [1]. Advanced capabilities—including market trend analysis, price forecasting, and crop recommendations driven by weather data—equip users with actionable insights to improve decision-making[2][3].

Performance optimizations ensure reliability even in resource-constrained rural environments, with strategies such as image caching, background synchronization, and offline-first architecture [7]. Scalable design and modular architecture enable nationwide deployment and future feature expansion, positioning the app as a long-term solution for resilient local food systems and equitable agricultural commerce[4].

Keywords: Direct Market Access, Farmers App, Agricultural Marketplace, Crop Recommendation, Inventory Management, Mobile Application.