About this agriculture scheme
The scheme aims to help tribal farmers improve their livelihood by increasing agricultural crop production. Through this scheme, subsidies are provided on high-yield and hybrid seeds, fertilizers, and other agricultural inputs to Scheduled Tribe farmers.
The scheme "Distribution of Seeds of more productive varieties / Hybrid varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area (TASP)" with a component "Castor cake/Neem cake/ Liquid Fermented Organic Manure / Green manure seed (For mix in the soil)" is introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat, aims to help Adivasi farmers in Tribal Areas (TASP) and tribal cultivators outside these areas achieve higher production of agricultural crops. Through this scheme, subsidies are provided on various agricultural inputs such as high-yield variety seeds, hybrid seeds, and fertilizers. Farmers are also provided with plant protection equipment, tarpaulins, field demonstrations, micronutrients, water carrying pipelines, and pump sets to increase their crop yield and improve their livelihoods. The scheme's benefits are provided to farmers belonging to Scheduled Tribes and tribal cultivators residing outside tribal areas.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Distribution of Seeds of more productions varieties/ Hybrids varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies etc. to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area: Castor cake/Neem cake/ Liquid Fermented Organic Manure / Green manure seed (For mix in the soil) Gujarat (DSMPHSFCCLOMUK) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | dag.gujarat.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 |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🏷️ST
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
SCHEDULE-IV and V under FCO 1985:-
- Castor cake/Neem cake/ Liquid Fermented Organic Manure: 75% of the purchase price or Rs. 9,000/- per hectare, whichever is less. This assistance is for a maximum of two hectares per account.
OR
- Green manuring (hemp/Ikkad seeds): 75% of the purchase price or Rs. 3,000/- per hectare, whichever is less. A total of Rs. 6,000/- per person, whichever is less, is provided for hemp (60 kg) or Ikkad (50 kg) seeds per hectare. This assistance is for a maximum of three hectares per account.
Frequency of Disbursement: The benefit for Castor cake/Neem cake/Liquid Fermented Organic Manure/Green manure seed is provided every year.
Remark: As per conditions No. 5, 16, 17, 19 and 22 of Appendix-1. (Refer Scheme No. 35)
Who qualifies
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe.
- The applicant should be a farmer.
- The applicant should be located in tribal areas OR be a tribal cultivator residing outside tribal areas.
- The scheme excludes farmers from Dang district.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Approach the Gram Sevak in your village for access to the "Castor cake/Neem cake/ Liquid Fermented Organic Manure / Green manure seed (For mix in the soil)" under the scheme.
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of providing subsidies for Castor cake, Neem cake, Liquid Fermented Organic Manure, and green manure seeds?
The subsidies are provided to Adivasi farmers to help them increase the production of agricultural crops and improve their livelihood by using these inputs.
Who is eligible to receive assistance for these components?
Scheduled Tribe farmers are eligible, including those in the Tribal Area Sub Plan (TASP) and tribal cultivators residing outside these areas.
Is there a limit on the number of hectares for which I can receive assistance for Castor cake, Neem cake, or Liquid Fermented Organic Manure?
Yes, the benefit for these components is limited to a maximum of two hectares per account.
What quantity of hemp or Ikkad seeds is covered under the green manure benefit?
The scheme covers 60 kg of hemp seeds or 50 kg of Ikkad seeds per hectare.
How many hectares can I get assistance for under the green manure seed component?
The maximum limit for green manure seeds is three hectares per account.
Is there any specific area restriction for availing these benefits?
Yes, farmers from the Dang district are not eligible for this scheme.
Does the scheme cover other agricultural inputs besides these soil conditioners?
Yes, the scheme also covers subsidies on productive varieties of seeds, hybrid varieties of seeds, and fertilizers.
Does the scheme offer assistance for other equipment besides soil conditioners?
Yes, the scheme provides assistance for plant protection equipment, tarpaulins, field demonstrations, micronutrients, water carrying pipelines, and pump sets.
What is the main objective of this scheme?
The main objective is to help farmers belonging to the Scheduled Tribes achieve higher agricultural crop production and improve their livelihood.
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