Restricted Market Access: Farmers find it difficult to sell their products outside of their local areas.
Unfair Pricing: Farmers' profits may be decreased by middlemen or wholesalers who set unfair prices.
Lack of Market Information: Farmers lack real-time information on market demand and pricing trends.
Logistics and Distribution Challenges: Transportation and distribution can be difficult, especially in rural areas.
Seasonal Variability: Fluctuating demand and prices pose challenges throughout the year.
Marketing and Branding: Small-scale farmers often lack resources for effective marketing and branding.
Quality Standards and Certification: Meeting standards and obtaining certifications can be complex and costly.
Community Isolation: Farming can be isolating, especially for small-scale farmers in remote areas.
During the project development, challenges included defining the scope, coordinating team efforts, managing timelines, addressing technical hurdles, ensuring user-friendly design, testing for functionality, and adapting to feedback.
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