The North Eastern Regional Agricultural Marketing Corporation Limited (NERAMAC) was established in 1982 as a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region, Government of India. The primary objective of NERAMAC is to promote and facilitate agricultural marketing and the development of agro-based industries in the North Eastern region of India. The corporation plays a crucial role in enhancing the agricultural economy of the region by providing a range of services related to marketing, processing, and value addition of agricultural products.
NERAMAC focuses on improving the marketing infrastructure and systems for various agricultural products, including fruits, vegetables, spices, and other crops grown in the North Eastern states. The corporation works to create better market linkages for farmers and producers by setting up collection centers, processing units, and marketing facilities. These efforts aim to ensure that farmers receive fair prices for their produce and that agricultural products are efficiently marketed and distributed.
In addition to its core activities in agricultural marketing, NERAMAC is involved in promoting agro-based industries and supporting value addition in the agricultural sector. This includes facilitating the establishment of processing units for products such as fruit juices, spices, and other agro-products, which helps in enhancing the shelf life and market value of these products. NERAMAC also provides technical assistance, training, and financial support to entrepreneurs and businesses in the agro-processing sector.
NERAMAC’s initiatives contribute significantly to the socio-economic development of the North Eastern region by boosting agricultural productivity, creating employment opportunities, and improving the overall economic conditions of rural communities. Through its comprehensive approach to agricultural marketing and agro-industrial development, NERAMAC plays a vital role in supporting the growth and sustainability of the agricultural sector in the region.