About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to promote kitchen gardening among poor and small/marginal farmers and agricultural laborers living below the poverty line by providing free vegetable seed packets.
The scheme “Bari (Kitchen Garden) Scheme” launched by the Horticulture and Food Processing Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh, aims to promote kitchen gardening through the free distribution of vegetable seed packets worth Rs. 75 to poor, small/marginal farmers and agricultural laborers living below the poverty line.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Bari (Kitchen Garden) Scheme (BKGS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Horticulture and Food Processing Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Madhya Pradesh |
| Official portal | cmhelpline.mp.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 💼Farmer
- 🍚BPL only
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Free Vegetable Seed Packets: Each eligible beneficiary receives a packet of vegetable seeds worth Rs. 75 free of cost.
Who qualifies
- The applicant must be a small or marginal farmer/agricultural laborer.
- The applicant must be a resident of Madhya Pradesh.
- The applicant must belong to the Below the Poverty Line (BPL) category.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
- The applicant should contact the District Office of the Horticulture Department.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this scheme?
The Bari (Kitchen Garden) Scheme is a government initiative to provide free vegetable seed packets to poor, small, and marginal farmers and agricultural laborers living below the poverty line.
Which department implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Horticulture and Food Processing Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh.
Who are eligible to apply for this scheme?
Small and marginal farmers, as well as agricultural laborers living below the poverty line, are eligible.
What benefit is provided under this scheme?
Each eligible beneficiary receives vegetable seed packets worth Rs. 75/- free of cost.
Is there any cost involved for the beneficiaries?
No, the vegetable seed packets are provided completely free of cost.
How are the seeds distributed?
Seeds are distributed as per the direction of the concerned Department.
How can one apply for the scheme?
Applicants can contact the District Office of the Horticulture Department to avail of the benefits.
Whom should one contact for more information about the scheme?
Applicants should contact the District Office of the Horticulture Department for further details.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
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