Overview
A proposal was submitted in the year 1942 to the Government for issuing a notification for the establishment of the market under Bombay Agricultural Produce Markets Act 1939 and a notification, the wholesale vegetable trade was regulated within a radius of 12 miles from the Ahmedabad Market Yard with effect from 24th
Establishment Year
15th APRIL, 1948
Management Details
Designation No. of Person
Secretary -
Asst. Secretary 3
Accountants 4
Statisticians 4
Chief Inspectors 3
Inspectors 6
Cashier 3
Sub-Inspector 18
Clerks 5
Auctioners 16
Driver 1
Watchman 1
Peon 2
Waterman 1
Ownership Type
State government
Number of Shops/Units
Approximately 1,200 shops and units are part of APMC Ahmedabad.
Facilities Available
Cold Storage: Facilities for the preservation of perishable goods to reduce spoilage and extend shelf life.
Auction Hall: An area dedicated to the auctioning of agricultural produce, ensuring a competitive and transparent pricing mechanism.
Weighing Bridges: Multiple weighing bridges are available for accurate measurement of produce.
Market Yards: Includes well-maintained market yards for conducting trading activities.
Administrative Offices: Handles daily operations, regulatory compliance, and farmer support services.
Warehouses: Facilities for the storage of goods before they are sold or transported.
Chairman’s Name and Message
શ્રી હિતેશભાઈ પી. પટેલ
Short Description
Introduction: APMC Ahmedabad is a major agricultural market committee in Gujarat, playing a pivotal role in the trading of various agricultural products. It provides essential infrastructure and services to support the regional agricultural economy, ensuring that farmers have access to fair markets and consumers receive quality produce. The committee’s operations are crucial for the smooth functioning of agricultural trade in the Ahmedabad region.
Notified Crops
Crops Traded: APMC Ahmedabad handles a wide range of agricultural products, including:
Fruits: Mangoes, bananas, guavas, and seasonal fruits.
Vegetables: Tomatoes, onions, potatoes, and other commonly traded vegetables.
Grains: Wheat, rice, maize, and other staple grains.
Pulses: Chickpeas, lentils, and various pulses.
Oilseeds: Groundnuts, sesame seeds, and other oilseeds.
Address
THE AGRICULTURAL MARKET COMMITTEE, Vasna Rd, APMC Market, Ronak Park Society, Sanklit Nagar, Juhapura, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380055
