AGRIVAAHAN: A Smart Platform for Farm Vehicle and Machinery Access
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.69996/fmep.2025004Keywords:
AgriVaahan, Django framework, Agricultural equipment, User authentication, Farm mechanizationAbstract
The agricultural sector heavily depends on machinery for efficient operations. However, the high cost of ownership makes it difficult for small and medium-scale farmers to afford essential farming equipment. AgriVaahan is a web-based platform designed to bridge this gap by providing farmers with easy access to rental farm vehicles and machinery. Developed using the Django framework, this platform enables users to browse a variety of agricultural equipment, view detailed descriptions and pricing, and securely book the required machinery. The platform incorporates robust user authentication and an automated billing system to enhance efficiency. This paper presents the system architecture, implementation, and impact analysis of AgriVaahan, highlighting its role in improving accessibility to farm equipment and promoting mechanized farming.
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