Abstract: This study examines the functioning and services of the Agricultural Produce Marketing Committee (APMC) with a focus on its role in Shajapur District and the range of services it provides to farmers and traders. By ensuring fair prices and providing necessary services including grading, weighing, storage, and transportation, APMC plays a critical role in controlling agricultural markets. These services support fair trade between farmers and traders, maintain transparency, and prevent exploitation. The primary goal of the study is to evaluate the overall functioning of APMC with particular focus on how well it meets the needs of traders and farmers and to determine the level of satisfaction that farmers and traders have with the services they receive. The study will offer suggestions to enhance the efficacy and efficiency of APMC operations in light of these discoveries. Through qualitative techniques, including farmer and trader interviews, the study will offer an in-depth understanding of how the APMC operates and make recommendations for improvements to improve its services. The results will provide insightful information to enhance market efficiency and better serve Shajapur District's farming community.

Keywords- Agricultural Markets, APMC Services, APMC Functioning, Profitability, Accessibility.