Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Marketing (ISAM)

Introduction

The Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Marketing (ISAM) is a government initiative designed to strengthen the marketing infrastructure and improve market access for agricultural produce. The scheme integrates various components of the agricultural value chain to enhance transparency, efficiency, and profitability in the marketing of farm produce.

Objectives

• To develop a modern and integrated agricultural marketing system.
• To provide farmers with better market access and improved price discovery mechanisms.
• To reduce post-harvest losses by developing appropriate infrastructure and logistics.
• To facilitate the integration of Agricultural Produce Market Committees (APMCs) with digital platforms for efficient trade.

Benefits

• Enhanced Market Connectivity: Improved linkages between farmers, traders, and consumers.
• Efficient Price Discovery: Transparent mechanisms ensuring fair pricing for agricultural produce.
• Infrastructure Development: Support for establishing cold storage, processing units, and logistic networks.
• Digital Transformation: Adoption of ICT tools for streamlined market operations and reduced transaction costs.

Eligibility

Eligible Beneficiaries:

• Farmers and farmer groups seeking to access organized markets.
• Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and cooperatives involved in the aggregation and marketing of produce.
• Traders and entities operating within the agricultural value chain.
• State agriculture departments and local bodies engaged in market development initiatives.

Exclusions:

• Entities not directly involved in the marketing or production of agricultural commodities.
• Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria outlined by the scheme guidelines.

Application Process

1. Interested beneficiaries can apply online via the ISAM official portal.
2. Applications are evaluated by the respective state agriculture departments and marketing bodies.
3. Approved applicants receive financial and technical support to upgrade their marketing infrastructure and practices.
4. Official Link: ISAM Application Portal

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card (for identity verification).
• Land Ownership or Lease Documents (if applicable, for infrastructure projects).
• Detailed Project Proposal/Plan (outlining the marketing improvement strategy).
• Bank Account Details (for subsidy disbursement).
• Additional documents as specified by the nodal agency.