e-SANTA is a paperless, end-to-end digital marketplace designed to connect aqua farmers directly with exporters. Launched by the Government of India, the platform completely eliminates middlemen while ensuring better prices for farmers and greater transparency and traceability for international buyers. Its core features include:

– Direct Trade: Farmers can list their aquaculture produce (like shrimp and fish) and set their prices, while exporters can post specific size, location, and harvest-date requirements.
– Transparent Negotiations: The portal offers full product specifications, lab reports, and required certifications.
– Secure Payments: Transactions are backed by an electronic payment system using NaCSA as an escrow agent to guarantee advance and final invoice payments.