India's NAFED launches digital auction platform for oilseeds and pulses

The move aims to streamline procurement and boost farmer returns, with the National Cooperative Consumers Service expected to adopt a similar system.

By Handelsavisen Newsroom · Automated 2026-06-23 15:19 UTC · 1 min read

India's National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation (NAFED) has launched a dedicated digital auction platform for oilseeds and pulses, marking a significant shift in the country's agricultural procurement infrastructure.

Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the portal alongside the DRISHTI ERP system, signaling a broader push toward digitizing state-led agricultural trade mechanisms.