About this agriculture scheme
This scheme provides financial assistance for the development and improvement of gauchar (pasture) land to promote green fodder cultivation and ensure better health and productivity of cattle.
The "Fodder Development Scheme For Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarpol Having Gauchar Land" launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to improve the fertility and productivity of gauchar land by supporting activities like removal of weeds, ploughing, sowing of fodder seeds, and fencing. By enhancing the availability of green fodder, the scheme not only boosts milk production and cattle health but also improves the rural environment and creates employment.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Fodder Development Scheme For Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarpol Having Gauchar Land (FDSGPGP) |
|---|---|
| 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 | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| 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)
- 👤Female / Male
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
| Component | Standard of Assistance | Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Constituent Benefits |
| Fodder Development Scheme for Gram Panchayat, Gaushala and Panjarapol having gauchar land | For developing cow pastures in an area of up to 20 hectares are assisted with 75% of per hectare expenditure up to a maximum of Rs. 75,000/- i.e. A maximum assistance of Rs. 15,00,000/- for a total of 20 hectares. | The benefit of this scheme will be available only once. |
Who qualifies
- Village panchayats having land for gauchar, gaushala and panjrapoles
- Gauchar, gaushala and panjrapoles must be registered under the Public Charity Act.
Who is not eligible
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
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 ‘Animal Husbandry 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 online application and submit it to the board within 30 days of application with the signature and stamp of the GGVB’s nodal officer of the concerned district with the necessary documents listed in the 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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Frequently asked questions
What is the primary aim of the "Fodder Development Scheme For Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarpol Having Gauchar Land"?
The main objective of the scheme is to develop fodder and pasture land in gauchar areas to address fodder scarcity and improve land fertility.
Who are the entities eligible to benefit from this fodder development scheme?
Village Panchayats having land for gauchar, as well as Gaushalas and Panjarapols registered under the Public Charity Act that also possess land for gauchar, are eligible to apply for this scheme.
What kind of financial assistance is provided under this scheme for fodder development?
The scheme provides assistance of 75% of the per hectare expenditure, up to a maximum of Rs. 75,000/- per hectare, for developing cow pastures in an area of up to 20 hectares, with a maximum total assistance of Rs. 15,00,000/-.
Is there a limit to the total land area for which an entity can receive assistance under this scheme?
Yes, assistance is provided for developing cow pastures in a gauchar area of up to a maximum of 20 hectares per eligible entity.
Can an eligible entity avail the benefits of this scheme multiple times?
No, the benefit of this Fodder Development Scheme for Gram Panchayat, Gaushala And Panjarapol Having Gauchar Land will be available only once to each eligible entity.
What are some of the activities that are supported under this Fodder Development Scheme?
The scheme supports activities such as the removal of acacia and weeds from the gauchar land, ploughing, sowing of fodder seeds, and the installation of wire fencing around the land area to be reformed.
Does this scheme have any impact on rural employment opportunities?
Yes, the activities involved in fodder development under this scheme, such as land preparation, sowing, and fencing, can provide employment opportunities in rural areas.
What is the procedure for Gram Panchayats to apply for this fodder development scheme?
Gram Panchayats need to apply online through the i-Khedut portal, obtain the necessary signatures and stamps, attach required documents including a Gram Sabha resolution and the appointment of a Gauchar Gram Samiti, and submit them to the board within 30 days.
What specific documents related to the Gauchar land are required during the application process?
Applicants need to submit copies of the 7/12, 8-A, and 6-right sheet of the Gauchar land, along with GPS map app photos showing the date and time, and GPS Map App camera photographs of the specific survey number land intended for development.
Is it mandatory to provide a surveyor's certificate for the land measurement?
Yes, the applying organization must provide a certificate from a government-approved or registered surveyor confirming the land measurement of the area proposed for gauchar development.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines agri.gujarat.gov.in
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