Is it legally allowed for farmers to sell vegetables, fruits, and pulses directly to consumers in India? What licenses or permits are required?

I am a farmer from Uttar Pradesh, and I’m interested in selling vegetables, fruits, and pulses directly to consumers online. Currently, due to the involvement of middlemen, the end consumers in urban areas are paying a much higher price for fresh produce, while we, the farmers, are selling them at very low rates. For example, cauliflower is sold at ₹60 per kg in Noida, while we farmers are selling it at ₹2-4 per kg.

I want to bypass the middlemen and sell directly to customers online to ensure a fair price for both parties. However, I’m not sure about the legalities of such an arrangement. Specifically, I have the following questions: 1. Is it legally allowed for farmers to sell their produce directly to consumers in India? 2. What licenses, permits, or registrations do I need to get started? 3. Are there any regulations I should be aware of while selling agricultural products online (e.g., food safety, packaging, etc.)? 4. Do I need to register my business or comply with any particular laws regarding e-commerce or agricultural trade?

I’d appreciate any insights or advice from those familiar with the legal requirements for direct-to-consumer agricultural sales. Thanks in advance!