Bangladeshi farmers now have a direct, transparent way to sell paddy to government warehouses without relying on local middlemen. The Krishoker App, developed by the Directorate General of Food under the Government of Bangladesh, is transforming public grain procurement by putting farmers in control.
For decades, many small growers struggled with delayed payments, unfair deductions, and political influence in procurement centres. With the Krishoker App Bangladesh system, the process is now digital, monitored, and lottery-based — ensuring equal opportunity during boro and aman harvest seasons.
Digital Procurement System Brings Transparency to Paddy Sales
The Krishoker App allows farmers to register, apply for paddy sales, track their application status, and even file complaints — all from a smartphone. Once registered, eligible farmers are selected through a random lottery system, preventing favouritism or political interference.
During pilot phases in multiple upazilas, including Chandpur Sadar, thousands of tonnes of paddy were procured directly from verified farmers. Officials say the system has already benefited tens of thousands of growers by eliminating paperwork, long queues, and informal commissions.
Food Minister Sadhan Chandra Majumder earlier highlighted that the initiative protects fair pricing for nearly 1.5 crore farming families across the country.
How Farmers Can Sell Paddy Using the Krishoker App
The process is simple:
- Download the Krishoker App from Google Play
- Register with basic details and farmer credentials
- Submit a paddy sale request during procurement season
- Await lottery selection via SMS
- Deliver paddy to the assigned government godown
- Receive direct payment without middlemen
Monitoring teams verify authenticity to ensure only genuine farmers benefit.
Why This Matters for Small Farmers and Food Security
This digital initiative strengthens “Digital Bangladesh” goals while ensuring market-rate payments that are often higher than local mandis. Farmers from districts like Dinajpur have praised the system’s simplicity and transparency.
By cutting out influential suppliers who previously posed as farmers, the government is speeding up procurement targets and strengthening national food reserves.
FAQs
1. Who can use the Krishoker App for paddy sales?
Any registered farmer from approved lists in participating upazilas, focusing on sadar areas during the boro and aman seasons. It’s open to genuine growers verified via lottery selection.
2. Is the app free, and how do I get started?
Yes, it’s a free official app by DG Food on Google Play. Download, register with your details, apply for sales, and await lottery selection via SMS—no fees or middlemen involved.
3. What if my application is rejected or delayed?
Track status in-app and file complaints directly. Monitoring ensures fairness, and pilots show high success rates, with payments direct to farmers post-delivery.
Summary
The Krishoker App by DG Food lets Bangladeshi farmers sell paddy directly to government godowns through a lottery-based digital system, ensuring fair prices, transparency, and no middlemen during boro and aman procurement seasons.
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