Initiative Name: One Nation One Market (e-NAM)
🏛️ Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India
🗓️ Launched On: 14 April 2016
⚙️ Implemented By: Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)
under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (DA&FW)
About the Initiative
The National Agriculture Market (e-NAM), also known as “One Nation, One Market”, is a pan-India electronic trading platform that integrates existing Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities.
Launched in 2016, e-NAM eliminates physical barriers to trade by connecting farmers, traders, and buyers through a single online system. It promotes price transparency, competition, and fair trading, ensuring that farmers receive better prices for their produce while buyers gain access to a wider range of commodities and suppliers.
The platform links over 1,000+ mandis across 18 states and 3 UTs, transforming India’s agricultural marketing system into a digitally driven, transparent, and efficient marketplace.
Key Facts Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch Year | 2016 |
| Ministry | MoA&FW |
| Implementing Body | SFAC |
| Coverage | 18 States & 3 UTs |
| Connected Mandis | 1,000+ |
| Beneficiaries | Farmers, Traders, Buyers |
| Goal | Unified national digital market for agri-produce |
Beneficiaries
- Farmers: Get better prices through nationwide competition.
- Traders & Commission Agents: Access a larger market base and real-time price data.
- Buyers & Exporters: Source commodities directly from any mandi in India.
- State Governments & APMCs: Improve transparency and reduce price manipulation.
- Consumers: Benefit from stable and competitive prices.
How It Works
- Farmer Registration:
- Farmers register on the e-NAM portal or via mandi officials to list their produce.
- Arrival & Quality Testing:
- The produce is tested for quality parameters using electronic assaying machines.
- Online Bidding:
- Licensed traders participate in real-time electronic auctions through the e-NAM portal or mobile app.
- Price Discovery:
- The best bid price is automatically displayed to the farmer, ensuring fair competition.
- Payment & Delivery:
- Farmers receive direct payment to their bank accounts through online fund transfer, and buyers collect produce from designated warehouses or mandis.
- Integration with Logistics:
- e-NAM connects with warehouse management systems, cold storage, and transport aggregators for end-to-end trade facilitation.
Services Provided
- Online Trading: Real-time buying and selling of agri-produce.
- Unified Licenses: Traders can operate across states using a single license.
- Price Discovery: Transparent, competitive bidding system.
- Quality Testing: Digital assaying and grading of produce.
- Online Payment: Secure digital payments directly to farmer accounts.
- Market Information: Live mandi prices, arrival data, and trends.
- Integration with FPOs: Farmer Producer Organizations can aggregate and sell collectively.
- Mobile App: Farmers can access e-NAM services via smartphone in local languages.
Related Initiatives
- Agricultural Infrastructure Fund (AIF)
- Digital Agriculture Mission (DAM)
- Kisan Call Centre (KCC)
- PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi
- mKisan Portal
- Soil Health Card Scheme
| Contact Details | |
| Department / Office | Contact Information |
| Implementing Agency | Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) |
| Office Address | NCUI Building, 5th Floor, 3 Siri Institutional Area, August Kranti Marg, New Delhi – 110016 |
| Helpline Number | 📞 1800-270-0224 (Toll-Free) |
| info@enam.gov.in | |
| Official Website | https://enam.gov.in |
| Mobile App | Available on Google Play Store – “eNAM India” |
💬 Feedback & Grievances
- Farmers and traders can submit feedback or grievances directly on the e-NAM portal.
- Alternatively, users can contact the SFAC helpline (1800-270-0224) or email grievance@sfac.in
- The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare monitors grievance redressal to ensure timely resolution.
- Feedback is also collected through the mKisan Portal and Kisan Call Centre (1800-180-1551).
Who’s Who
| Designation | Name / Institution | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Union Minister of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare | Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan | National policy direction & oversight |
| Minister of State (Agriculture) | Shri Ramnath Thakur, Shri Bhagirath Choudhary | State-level coordination |
| Secretary (Agriculture & Farmers Welfare) | Shri Devesh Chaturvedi, IAS | Administrative supervision |
| Managing Director, SFAC | Shri N. Vijaya Lakshmi, IAS | Implementation and coordination |
| CEO, e-NAM Project | Shri J. Suresh Kumar | Platform management and technological upgradation |
| Technical Partner | NFCL – Nagarjuna Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd. | Platform development & IT operations |
| State APMC Officers | Various States | Local execution and farmer registration |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1️⃣ What is e-NAM?
e-NAM (National Agriculture Market) is a pan-India electronic trading portal connecting APMCs to create a unified national market for agricultural produce.
2️⃣ What is the aim of “One Nation One Market”?
To integrate all APMCs and promote a single digital marketplace that ensures transparency, fair price discovery, and wider market access for farmers.
3️⃣ Who manages the e-NAM platform?
The Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC) under the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare manages the platform.
4️⃣ How can a farmer register on e-NAM?
Farmers can register through their local APMC mandi, the e-NAM website, or via the eNAM India mobile app.
5️⃣ Is e-NAM free to use?
Yes, registration and trading on e-NAM are completely free of cost for farmers.
6️⃣ Can I sell outside my state using e-NAM?
Yes, e-NAM enables inter-state trade, breaking barriers between states.
7️⃣ How are payments made?
Payments are made directly to the farmer’s bank account through online fund transfer.
8️⃣ How is quality ensured?
e-NAM uses electronic assaying units and grading systems to ensure standard quality.
9️⃣ How many mandis are connected to e-NAM?
Over 1,000 mandis across 18 States and 3 Union Territories are integrated, with plans to expand further.
🔟 How can I get help or resolve a grievance?
You can call the e-NAM Helpline (1800-270-0224) or email grievance@sfac.in for assistance.