A community-led local open agriculture network

UKI is a community-led local open agriculture network enabling discovery and access to agri-inputs, agri-services and advisory enabled by beckn protocol

Welcome to the Unified Krishi Interface– One Network, Endless Possibilities

UKI is a community-led local open agriculture network enabling discovery and access to agri-inputs, agri-services and advisory. The focus of the network is to place the farmer at the centre and enable the ecosystem around them in a seamless and open interoperable network..

Purpose/Solving critical problems in agriculture

In India, a fascinating transformation is underway in agriculture, one that puts farmers at the center of a vast, connected ecosystem. With the Unified Krishi Interface (UKI), we are creating a network that simplifies access to agricultural services, ending the challenge of fragmented platforms and services.

UKI seeks to solve this by building an interoperable, farmer-centric network that connects everything in one place – a unified agricultural ecosystem designed to work for everyone.

Fragmented Services

Farmers juggle multiple tools for advice, equipment, and market access.

Barriers to Access

Separate services create confusion and inefficiency.

Wasted Time & Resources

Navigating these platforms drains valuable time.

Imagining an Interoperable Open Network for Agriculture

What We Are

What We Are Not?

Benefits for Stakeholders

This unified approach benefits everyone in the ecosystem, ensuring that no farmer or service provider is left behind.

For Farmers

For Service Providers

Integration with Existing Networks

UKI is designed to connect seamlessly with other existing agricultural and government networks built on beckn protocol, enhancing the reach and efficiency of its services.

By connecting with these networks, UKI enables local ecosystems to leverage national resources while maintaining local autonomy.

In Action: The Nashik Pilot Project

The UKI journey begins with our pilot in Nashik, Maharashtra– a region known for its agricultural productivity and openness to innovation. This pilot will focus on:

01.

Agricultural Advisory Services :

Providing timely advice for crop health and market trends.

02.

Equipment and Machinery Rentals :

Enabling affordable access to essential tools.

03.

Aggregation Centers :

Connecting farmers to local pack houses and cold storage.

This pilot, on the 12th of December 2024, is the first step in a larger vision to create a network of networks that enhances the efficiency, reach, and sustainability of Indian agriculture. As India continues to lead in developing digital public infrastructure, UKI represents a significant step toward creating more efficient, farmer-centric agricultural systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Unified Krishi Interface is designed to simplify access to agricultural services by connecting them in a single, interoperable network.

With UKI, farmers gain access to diverse services, from equipment rentals to advisory, without navigating multiple platforms. This saves time and gives farmers more control over their options.

UKI integrates with ONDC, Vistaar, and several government schemes to enhance access and ensure that services are available wherever they are needed.

The UKI network is built with a commitment to data privacy and ownership. Service providers maintain full control over their proprietary data. The network facilitates data sharing only based on mutually agreed-upon terms, giving participants the flexibility to decide how much of their data they want to integrate within the network.

The UKI network will be managed by a coalition of participating partners, guided by governance structures that are designed to evolve as the network grows. UKI places a strong emphasis on community-led decision-making, allowing for local needs and feedback to shape how the network operates over time.

UKI is based on the Beckn protocol, which provides standardized APIs for seamless integration of diverse services. This allows each service provider to maintain their unique offerings while communicating effectively within the network. The protocol also supports flexibility, enabling the network to adapt to changing user needs and feedback from stakeholders.

Unlike traditional platforms, UKI is an open and interoperable network, not a single application or service. This means it serves as a gateway for farmers to access multiple services from different providers without switching between multiple apps. UKI places the farmer at the center, focusing on breaking down silos to provide a holistic agricultural support system.

Yes, UKI is designed to work alongside existing networks and initiatives. It can operate as a hyperlocal extension of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and integrate with other services, including Vistaar for advisory and various government schemes. This interconnected approach helps farmers tap into both local and national resources while maintaining control over their choices.

Service providers have the autonomy to determine their level of involvement in the UKI network. If they choose to leave, they retain ownership of their data and can withdraw their services without disrupting the overall network, ensuring that the decision-making power remains with each participant.

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