Kissan Buddy-An Android Application for Estimating The Nearest Mandi and Transaction Costs for Farmers
Authors:-KV Achyuth Reddy, Lochan S, Associate Professor Dr. M Swapna, Shrusthi, Ediga Purushotham Goud
Abstract-Kissan Buddy is an Android application developed to assist farmers in accessing real-time information about nearby mandis (agricultural markets) where they can sell their produce at optimal prices. The app utilizes Google Maps for accurate location services and Firebase for backend support, enabling farmers to input essential details such as their location, types of crops, and expected production costs. Based on this input, the application identifies the nearest mandis and estimates the transaction costs involved in selling the produce. This empowers The application uses advanced technologies such as Firebase, Google Maps, and cloud computing to offer farmers an intuitive platform where they can track their location, manage crops, and estimate nearby mandis (markets) where they can sell their produce, ensuring better price transparency and reducing reliance on middlemen. Key features of the app include location-based mandi search, real-time price estimation, and detailed transaction cost analysis. By improving market access, optimizing pricing transparency, and minimizing costs, Kissan Buddy aims to enhance profit margins for farmers and contribute to a more efficient and sustainable agricultural economy.
