Benefits to Farmers

Cold storage helps farmers protect their harvest, reduce spoilage and sell at the right time instead of rushing into low-price markets.

Fresh vegetables from farms
Why farmers matter

Farmers are the backbone of our food system

  • Food production: Farmers are the primary producers of the food we eat. They grow crops and raise livestock, ensuring a steady supply of fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy products and meat.
  • Economic contribution: Farming is a significant part of the economy, contributing to local, regional and national economies. It creates jobs not only on farms but also in related industries like food processing, transportation and retail.
  • Rural development: Farmers help sustain rural communities by maintaining and developing agricultural infrastructure, which can improve local amenities and services and lead to more stable, vibrant rural economies.
Cold support

How cold storage helps farmers

Cold storage helps farmers protect their harvest, reduce spoilage, and sell produce at the right time instead of rushing into low-price markets.

Longer shelf life

Proper storage keeps fruits, vegetables and other perishable produce fresh for a longer period.

Better market value

Farmers can wait for better pricing opportunities instead of selling immediately after harvest.

Reduced post-harvest loss

Cold storage minimizes spoilage and helps farmers save more of what they produce.

A farmer learning to use the COStore app at an agriculture fair
With the COStore app

Everything you need, on your phone

Find nearby cold stores with GPS
Check capacity & available space
See per-day & per-tonne prices
Book your slot in advance
Use the app in Odia or English
Farmer plan at ₹0
Free for farmers

Download COStore and find cold storage near you

Search cold storages across Odisha, check space and prices, and book your slot in English or Odia.

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