Established in 1983, SIMFED serves as the apex marketing federation in Sikkim, responsible for bulk marketing of agricultural and horticultural products, procurement of consumer goods, and distribution of essential items. SIMFED also plays a significant role in promoting organic farming across multiple states, with initiatives aimed at supporting over 70,000 farmers in organic cultivation and marketing of products such as large cardamom, ginger, and organic cereals. It is a key player in Sikkim's transformation into India's first fully organic state.