Here are some of the most relevant and farmer-friendly mobile apps available for use in Odisha as of 2025:

1. Ama Krushi

Developer: Odisha Livelihoods Mission (OLM) with technical support from Digital Green
Language: Odia, Hindi
Purpose: Audio advisories tailored to crop, season, and region
Features:

• Voice-based advisories through missed call services

• Personalized messages on crop management, pest control

• Community feedback system for clarification

Why it matters: Even non-literate or semi-literate farmers can access information in Odia using this voice-based system.

2. KALIA App

Developer: Government of Odisha
Purpose: Monitoring and grievance redressal for KALIA beneficiaries
Features:

• Track payment status

• Submit grievance forms

• Scheme details and updates

💡 Use Tip: Farmers enrolled under KALIA can use this app to verify disbursement of funds and check if any document correction is needed.

3. Meghdoot

Developer: IMD & ICAR
Purpose: Agro-meteorological advisories based on GPS location
Features:

• Weekly weather forecasts

• District-wise crop advisory

• Language options including Odia

🌱 Why it's helpful: Accurate rainfall prediction helps small farmers schedule sowing and protect inputs.

4. Plantix

Developer: PEAT GmbH (Germany) – free and global
Purpose: Plant disease diagnosis
Features:

• Take a photo of infected plant – app diagnoses pest/disease

• Recommends treatment options

• Community forum for farmers

📸 Field Use: Just snap a photo of a damaged leaf to get instant suggestions on disease management.

5. AgriApp

Developer: Farmonaut
Purpose: Crop management, advisory, and input purchases
Features:

• Soil testing and fertilizer recommendation

• Satellite-based crop monitoring (paid)

• Online agri-inputs marketplace

🧪 For Advanced Users: Suitable for progressive farmers or students exploring precision farming.

6. eNAM App

Developer: Government of India (Agri-Marketing Dept.)
Purpose: Market price and mandi info
Features:

• Real-time mandi prices across India

• Online registration for farmers

• Facility to track bids/sales

💰 Why it helps Odisha farmers: Farmers can check prices for crops like paddy, maize, pulses across multiple mandis and avoid middlemen exploitation.

7. Agri Central

Developer: AgriCentral
Purpose: Farm calendar, crop care, mandi prices
Features:

• Personalized crop calendar

• Chat with agri experts

• Weather forecasts and crop news

🧑‍🎓 Bonus for Students: Great tool to demonstrate ICT integration in field-level extension.

8. PM-Kisan App

Developer: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
Purpose: Track PM-KISAN payments
Features:

• Aadhar verification and linking

• Installment status check

• Scheme eligibility checker

📍 Odisha-specific note: Over 45 lakh farmers are enrolled under PM-KISAN in Odisha – this app simplifies grievance and status tracking.