Pilot Project on Chilli Traceability through Blockchain Technology
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Funding Partner
GS1
Corporate PartnerStatus
Completed
Verified Project
27 Years of Impact
Delivering Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages across Andhra Pradesh, India
In the targeted eco-regions of Andhra Pradesh, India, rural households faced critical bottlenecks in chilli pest pressure, pesticide overuse, and residue-driven market rejection. EFFORT deployed structured, on-ground field solutions to build long-term community resilience.
Direct Reach
Beneficiaries Empowered
Geographic Footprint
Multi-Village
Andhra Pradesh, India
Funding & Support
GS1
Corporate Partner
Verification Status
100%
Verified & Handed Over
Addressing Root Challenges in Andhra Pradesh, India
Pilot Project on Chilli Traceability through Blockchain Technology. Delivered in direct partnership with GS1, this project addresses core socio-economic and environmental challenges by supporting Sensitising 500 chilli farmers to improve marketability and traceability of produce.
Core Strategic Objectives
Pilot Project on Chilli Traceability through Blockchain Technology
4-Stage Execution Blueprint
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Chilli Plot & Pest Survey
Surveying target areas in Andhra Pradesh, India and mobilizing beneficiaries with GS1.
Chilli IPM Field Schools
Hands-on Farmer Field Schools on IPM conducted directly on chilli demonstration plots.
IPM Kit & Market Rollout
Deploying IPM kits and residue-reduction plots across target communities.
Buyer & CBO Handover
Establishing community management of buyer linkages for sustained post-project operations.
Project Action Items
Chilli Plot & Pest Survey
Conducted baseline chilli crop and pest-pressure surveys across Andhra Pradesh, India.
Formed Farmers' Interest Groups and selected lead chilli demonstration plots.
Finalized the IPM and residue-reduction demonstration schedule.
What This Project Achieved In Practice
Residue-Free Yields
Adoption of IPM practices reducing pesticide residue while improving chilli yields and quality.
Farmer Training
Built lasting IPM and residue-management skills among chilli-growing farmer groups.
Reduced Chemical Reliance
Lowered pesticide dependence protected soil health and farmer safety.
Input Cost Reduction
Reduced pesticide costs through IPM adoption, lowering seasonal cultivation expenses.
Market-Linked Income
Residue-compliant produce opened access to better-paying buyers and Spices Board channels.
Community Ownership
Established formal buyer linkages with GS1 and transferred CBO management to farmer leaders.
Moments From the Field
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Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — Baseline Village Meeting
Andhra Pradesh, India
Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — Field Demonstration & Training
Andhra Pradesh, India
Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — Distribution of Bio-Inputs & Kits
Andhra Pradesh, India
Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — On-Ground Infrastructure Check
Andhra Pradesh, India
Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — Quality & Outcome Verification
Andhra Pradesh, India
Blockchain Chilli Traceability & Market Linkages — Official Handover & CBO Meeting
Andhra Pradesh, India
“This journey has changed my life and given me hope for a better future. I can support my family, contribute to my child's education, and purchase essential amenities for my home.”
— Srinivasa Reddy, Chilli Farmer, Dornala Mandal, Prakasam District
The skills, water assets, and local CBO capacity established during this initiative remain fully operational today.
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