Program brief
| Form of support | Cash, paid into the bank account |
|---|---|
| Meant for | Farmers |
| Level | State, Gujarat |
| Field | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| How to apply | Online |
Contents of this entry
Overview
The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers in Gujarat for expanding fruit crop cultivation like mango, banana, papaya, etc., through intensive and ultra-intensive farming methods.
The scheme "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.
Further facts from the listing
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Benefits
For Intensive and Ultra-Intensive Farming of Mango, Guava, Pomegranate, Lemon, etc.:
- Assistance of Rs. 30,000/- to Rs. 40,000/- per hectare.
- Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.
For New Plantation of Banana Tissue Culture Crop:
- 40% of the incurred cost or maximum Rs. 50,000/- per hectare.
- Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.
For New Plantation of Papaya Crop:
- 50% of the incurred cost or maximum Rs. 30,000/- per hectare.
- Paid in two installments.
- Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.
Eligibility
- Age
- 18 to 60 years
- Gender
- Female, Male
- State
- Gujarat
- The applicant must be a farmer.
- The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
- The applicant must be engaged in horticultural or fruit crop cultivation.
Who cannot apply
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Application steps
Online
Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
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Questions and answers
What is the objective of the "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" scheme?
The scheme aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any farmer who is a resident of Gujarat and possesses valid agricultural land is eligible to apply for the scheme.
Which crops are supported under this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance for the cultivation of mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.
What is the maximum land area for which assistance can be availed?
A farmer can receive assistance for up to 4 hectares of land under this scheme.
What is the amount of assistance provided for banana tissue culture plantations?
The scheme offers 40% of the incurred cost or a maximum of Rs. 50,000/- per hectare for banana tissue culture cultivation.
Is the assistance for papaya cultivation provided in a single installment?
No, the assistance for new papaya plantations is provided in two installments.
Is there any income limit for farmers to apply under this scheme?
No, there is no income limit for individual or family income to be eligible for this scheme.
How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
Applicants can apply on the iKhedut portal to avail the benefits of the scheme.
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
Applicants are required to submit an Aadhaar card, 7/12 land record, and a copy of their bank passbook or a cancelled cheque.
Who should the applicant contact for help or more information about the scheme?
The applicant should contact the nearest agriculture office or visit the iKhedut portal for more information.
Official portal and guidelines
Applications are submitted only on the provider's own portal. jsrr.in does not accept forms, documents or fees.
Apply on ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in
Documents from the provider
- Guidelines mariyojana.gujarat.gov.in
- User Manual ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in, PDF
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