Trikernel# 🌾 AgroPulse

Real-time market intelligence and direct market access platform for farmers

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📋 Project Details

Field	Details
Project Name	AgroPulse
Problem Statement ID	CS03AE
Team Name	Trikernel
College	NMAMIT

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🚨 Problem Statement

Farmers often lack access to real-time market prices, reliable demand insights, and direct connections with buyers. Current agricultural marketplaces are dominated by middlemen, delayed price updates, and fragmented information sources, which results in:

• ❌ Unfair pricing for farmers
• ❌ Low bargaining power
• ❌ Inability to decide the right time and place to sell produce

This leads to reduced farmer income and inefficient agricultural trade.

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💡 Proposed Solution

AgroPulse is a real-time market intelligence and direct market access platform designed specifically for farmers.

The platform:

• 📊 Aggregates live mandi prices and market data
• 🤖 Uses AI/ML to predict price trends and suggest optimal selling times
• 🤝 Enables direct farmer-to-buyer interaction, removing middlemen
• ⚡ Supports real-time bidding, smart buyer–farmer matching, and transparent pricing

AgroPulse transforms raw data into actionable intelligence, empowering farmers to make profitable decisions.

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✨ Innovation & Creativity

What makes AgroPulse unique:

📈 Price Prediction Intelligence

AI-based forecasting helps farmers decide when to sell, not just where.

🔄 Real-Time Direct Market Access

Farmers list produce and buyers place live bids, ensuring fair competition.

🎯 Smart Matchmaking Engine

Buyers and farmers are matched based on distance, quantity, price expectations, and trust ratings.

📱 Farmer-First Design

Simple, mobile-first UI with regional language readiness and future voice-based interactions.

Unlike existing platforms that only show prices, AgroPulse guides decisions and enables action.

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🛠️ Technical Stack

Frontend

Technology	Purpose
Next.js (App Router)	React framework
Tailwind CSS	Styling
shadcn/ui	UI components
TypeScript	Type safety

Backend

Technology	Purpose
Next.js Server Actions	Server-side logic
tRPC	Type-safe APIs
NextAuth	Authentication

Database

Technology	Purpose
PostgreSQL	Primary database
Neon	Serverless PostgreSQL

AI / ML

Technology	Purpose
Python	ML services
Time-series models	Price prediction
Demand forecasting	Market analysis

Real-Time Features

• WebSockets / Server-Sent Events for live bidding and price updates

External Data Sources

• Government mandi price datasets
• Weather APIs for price-impact analysis

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� Complete Feature List

🔐 Authentication & User Management

• Role-based Registration: Separate sign-up flows for Farmers and Buyers
• NextAuth Integration: Secure session management with JWT tokens
• Profile Management: Create and update user profiles with profile pictures, contact details
• Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Enhanced security with email/SMS OTP verification
• Security Audit: Track login activity and authentication events
• User Verification: Email verification on account creation
• Account Recovery: Password reset functionality

👨‍🌾 Farmer Features

Crop Listing Management

• Create Listings: Add new crop listings with detailed information
  • Crop type, quality grade, quantity, price per unit
  • Harvest date, storage method, delivery options
  • Crop categorization (Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, etc.)
• Manage Active Listings: View, edit, and delete existing listings
• Listing Statistics: Track active listings, total sold, revenue generated
• Bulk Upload: Support for uploading multiple listings at once

AI-Powered Price Prediction

• Smart Price Suggestions: AI recommends optimal pricing for new listings
  • Based on crop type, quantity, current market trends
  • Considers historical prices and demand patterns
• Price Trend Analysis: View historical price movements
• Optimal Selling Time: AI suggests when to sell for maximum profit
• Market Insights: Understand demand patterns for different crops

Bid Management

• Incoming Bids: View and manage bids received from buyers
  • Bid amount, buyer information, bid timestamp
  • Accept/reject bid decisions
• Bid Analytics: Track bid statistics (total bids, acceptance rate)
• Bid Notifications: Real-time alerts for new incoming bids

Direct Communication

• Messaging System: Direct chat with interested buyers
• Real-time Messages: Instant message delivery and synchronization
• Chat Search: Find conversations with specific users
• Contact History: View recent conversations and contacts
• Message Management: Pin important messages, mark as read, delete messages
• Negotiation Support: Discuss pricing and delivery terms directly

Dashboard & Analytics

• Farmer Dashboard:
  • Overview of active listings, pending bids, revenue
  • Quick access to recent activity
• Recent Activity Feed: Track recent bids and messages
• Performance Metrics: Monitor selling success and buyer ratings

AI Assistant Hub

• Disease Detection: AI-powered crop disease identification and prevention tips
• Weather Analysis: Local weather forecasting and impact on crops
• Price Comparison: Compare mandi prices across different markets
• Soil Analysis: Get soil health assessment and improvement recommendations
• Government Schemes: Information about agricultural subsidies and schemes
• Negotiation Tips: AI-powered negotiation guidance for better deals

🏪 Buyer Features

Browse & Search

• Crop Marketplace: Browse all available crop listings
• Advanced Filtering: Filter by:
  • Crop category (Grains, Vegetables, Fruits, etc.)
  • Location/State
  • Price range
  • Seller rating
  • Quality grade
• Search Functionality: Search by crop name or seller
• Sorting Options: Sort by price, rating, newest listings
• Crop Details: Detailed information on each listing with seller info

Smart Bidding System

• Place Bids: Submit bids on crop listings with custom amounts
• Bid Management: Track all placed bids in one location
• My Bids Dashboard: View bid status (pending, accepted, rejected)
• Bid History: Access past bids and completed transactions
• Bid Statistics: Monitor bid performance and success rate

Intelligent Matchmaking

• Smart Recommendations: AI-powered crop recommendations based on:
  • Buyer preferences and purchase history
  • Distance from farm location
  • Quality requirements
  • Budget constraints
  • Trust score matching
• Personalized Suggestions: Daily updated recommendations
• Confidence Scores: See match quality ratings

Direct Communication

• Message Buyers/Farmers: Chat directly with sellers about crops
• Negotiation Support: Discuss pricing, delivery, quantity
• Message History: Keep conversation records
• Chat Notifications: Get alerts for new messages

Buyer Dashboard

• Shopping Overview: Active bids, favorite crops, total spent
• Quick Actions: Easy access to browse crops, place bids, market view
• Recommendations: View personalized crop suggestions

AI Assistant Hub

• Demand Forecasting: Understand which crops are in demand
• Price Analysis: Analyze price trends for procurement planning
• Quality Guidance: Learn about different quality grades
• Supply Chain Tips: Get best practices for agricultural sourcing
• Negotiation Support: Tips for getting better deals

📊 Market Intelligence Hub

• Live Mandi Prices: Real-time government agricultural market prices
  • Data from Data.gov.in AGMARKET API
  • Price data across multiple states and mandis (markets)
  • Last update timestamp for reference
• Price Comparison: Compare prices across different mandis for same crop
• Trending Crops: Identify high-demand crops with price trends
• Market Statistics:
  • Total price records synced
  • Number of unique crops tracked
  • Average prices across markets
  • Number of mandis monitored
• Price History: View historical price movements and trends
• Market Forecasts: AI predictions on upcoming price changes
• Data Refresh: Manually sync latest prices from government APIs
• Export Analytics: Download market data for analysis

💬 Messaging & Chat System

• Real-Time Chat: Send and receive messages instantly
• Search Users: Find farmers or buyers by name
• Inbox: View all conversations in one place
• Recent Contacts: Quick access to frequently contacted users
• Message Status: See when messages are delivered and read
  • Single checkmark: Sent
  • Double checkmark: Delivered and read
• Message Actions:
  • Pin important messages for quick reference
  • React to messages with emoji
  • Delete messages
  • Archive conversations
  • Mark as favorite
• Typing Indicators: See when other user is typing
• Loading States: Visual feedback during message operations
• Error Handling: Graceful error messages if delivery fails

⭐ Rating & Trust System

• User Ratings: Rate farmers and buyers after transactions
  • 5-star rating system
  • Written reviews
  • Verified badges for trusted users
• Trust Scores: Calculate user trustworthiness based on:
  • Number of transactions
  • Average rating
  • Response time
  • Bid acceptance rate
• Review Visibility: Show ratings and reviews on profiles
• Trust Indicators: Visual badges for high-trust users

🎯 Smart Matchmaking Engine

• Algorithm: Intelligent matching based on:
  • Geographic proximity
  • Price expectations alignment
  • Quality preferences
  • Quantity requirements
  • Trust score compatibility
• Personalized Matches: Different recommendations for each user
• Match Confidence: Show how well buyer and farmer align
• Dynamic Updates: Recommendations refresh as profiles change

🤖 AI/ML Features

Google Gemini AI Integration

• Natural Language Processing: Understand agricultural queries
• Context-Aware Responses: Provide relevant agricultural advice
• Multi-topic Support: Answer questions on various agricultural topics

Price Prediction Engine

• Time-Series Analysis: Predict future price movements
• Seasonal Patterns: Account for crop seasonality
• Market Trends: Consider overall market conditions
• Accuracy: ML models trained on historical price data

Market Intelligence

• Demand Forecasting: Predict which crops will be in demand
• Crop Recommendations: Suggest crops to sell based on market trends
• Optimal Pricing: Calculate best price for maximum profit
• Seller Insights: Provide actionable insights for farmers

🌐 Multi-Language Support

• Supported Languages:
  • English (en)
  • Hindi (hi)
  • Kannada (kn)
  • Malayalam (ml)
  • Marathi (mr)
  • Tamil (ta)
  • Telugu (te)
• Regional Language UI: Full interface translation
• Language Persistence: Remember user's language preference
• Dynamic Switching: Change language without page reload

📲 Dashboard Features

Farmer Dashboard

• Quick Stats: Active listings, pending bids, messages count
• New Listing CTA: One-click access to create listings
• Recent Bids: See latest bids on your products
• Active Listings Preview: Quick view of your top 6 listings
• Quick Actions: Links to AI assistant, market prices, messaging
• Rating & Reviews: Your seller reviews and ratings

Buyer Dashboard

• Quick Stats: Active bids, favorite crops, total spent
• Browse CTA: Quick access to crop marketplace
• Recommendations: Personalized crop suggestions
• Recent Activity: Latest bid activities
• Quick Actions: Browse crops, market intelligence, AI help

🔔 Notifications System

• Real-time Alerts: Get notified of:
  • New bid received (for farmers)
  • Bid accepted/rejected (for buyers)
  • New messages
  • Rating received
• Notification Dropdown: Quick access to recent notifications
• Notification Count: Badge showing unread count
• Notification Management: Clear old notifications

⚙️ User Settings & Preferences

• Profile Settings: Update personal information
• Account Security: Change password, manage 2FA
• Notification Preferences: Control alert settings
• Language Settings: Choose preferred interface language
• Logout: Secure session termination

📦 Product Management

• Crop Categories: Organized by type:
  • 🌾 Grains
  • 🥬 Vegetables
  • 🍎 Fruits
  • 🌰 Nuts & Seeds
  • 🌽 Cash Crops
• Quality Grades: Classification system (Grade A, B, C)
• Delivery Options: Multiple delivery methods
• Storage Methods: Track crop storage conditions

🗺️ Location-Based Features

• State Selection: Filter by Indian states
• Distance Calculation: Show distance to farmers
• Location Filtering: Find products near you
• Mandi Locations: Track prices across multiple mandis
• Regional Preferences: Customize by region

📈 Analytics & Reports

• Personal Statistics: Track your activity
  • Revenue generated (farmers)
  • Money spent (buyers)
  • Transaction count
  • Success rate
• Market Data Export: Download for external analysis
• Trend Analysis: Visualize price trends over time

� Offline Support & PWA Features

• Progressive Web App (PWA): Install AgroPulse as a standalone app
  • Add to home screen on mobile and desktop
  • Offline access to previously loaded content
  • Fast loading with service worker caching
  • Works without constant internet connection
• Offline Messaging: Draft and queue messages while offline
  • Messages automatically sync when reconnected
  • View draft history and pending messages
  • Draft manager shows all pending actions
• Offline Listing Creation: Create crop listings offline
  • Save listing drafts locally
  • Submit to server when internet returns
  • Automatic sync with status tracking
• Cached Data Access: View previously loaded information
  • Browse cached crop listings
  • View historical market prices
  • Access cached conversations
  • Smart cache expiration (default 60 minutes)
• Service Worker: Advanced caching strategy
  • Network-first for API calls (fallback to cache)
  • Cache-first for static assets
  • Background sync for queued actions
  • Automatic data sync on reconnection
• Offline Indicators: Visual feedback about connectivity
  • Real-time online/offline status
  • Pending action count display
  • Sync status notifications
  • Draft manager with pending items count
• App Shortcuts: Quick access to key features
  • Browse Crops shortcut
  • My Listings shortcut
  • Messages shortcut
• Installable: Full PWA capabilities
  • Home screen icon with custom app name
  • Standalone app experience
  • Web app manifest configuration
  • iOS support with custom meta tags

�🔐 Security & Privacy Features

• Data Encryption: Secure transmission of sensitive data
• Session Management: Automatic logout on inactivity
• Audit Logs: Track important account activities
• Password Security: Bcrypt hashing for passwords
• API Security: Protected endpoints with authentication

📱 Responsive Design

• Mobile-First Approach: Optimized for mobile and tablet
• Desktop Experience: Full feature access on desktop
• Cross-Device Sync: Seamless experience across devices
• Touch-Friendly UI: Easy navigation on touch devices

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👥 Usability & Impact

Target Users

• 👨‍🌾 Farmers: Small to medium-scale agricultural producers
• 🏪 Agricultural buyers: Retailers, wholesalers, exporters, processors

User Interaction

User	Key Actions
Farmers	List crops → Receive bids → Negotiate → Direct chat → Get ratings
Buyers	Browse crops → Place bids → Chat with farmers → Rate experience
Both	View market intelligence → Get AI insights → Use AI assistant → Track transactions

Real-World Impact

• ✅ Increased farmer income (20–40%) through fair pricing
• ✅ Reduced dependency on intermediaries and middlemen
• ✅ Faster market access with real-time connections
• ✅ Fair and transparent agricultural trading ecosystem
• ✅ Data-driven decisions using AI price predictions
• ✅ Reduced transaction time through direct communication
• ✅ Quality assurance with rating and verification system
• ✅ Market empowerment through price intelligence

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🚀 Setup Instructions

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v18+)
• Python (v3.9+)
• PostgreSQL / Neon account

Installation

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/Terkernel/AgroPulse.gitcd agropulse

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Setup environment variables
cp .env.example .env

# Run database migrations
npx prisma migrate dev

# Start the development server
npm run dev

AI Service Setup

# Navigate to AI service folder
cd ai-service

# Install Python dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt

# Run AI prediction service
python app.py

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📁 Project Structure

agropulse/
├── prisma/              # Database schema
├── public/              # Static assets
├── src/
│   ├── app/             # Next.js App Router pages
│   │   ├── _components/ # React components
│   │   └── api/         # API routes
│   ├── server/          # Server-side code
│   │   ├── api/         # tRPC routers
│   │   └── auth/        # Authentication config
│   ├── styles/          # Global styles
│   └── trpc/            # tRPC client setup
└── ...

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🔗 Links

Resource	Link
Demo	To be added
Presentation	To be added

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📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

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Made with ❤️ by Team Trikernel of Hari, Saniya & Fragan | NMAMIT