About this agriculture scheme
The objective of the One Tea Scheme is to ensure a minimum guaranteed price for fresh tea leaves to protect tea farmers from financial losses and provide economic stability. It also aims to support bought-leaf factories and promote sustainable tea cultivation in Meghalaya.
The One Tea Scheme, implemented by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya, is designed to support tea farmers in the state whose livelihoods have been affected by declining factory gate prices and shrinking cultivated areas. The initiative introduces a single-season price support mechanism that guarantees every registered grower a minimum price of Rs. 35 per kilogram of fresh tea leaves for conventional tea gardens and Rs. 40 per kilogram for organically certified tea gardens. By compensating the difference between the factory’s actual purchase price and the guaranteed minimum price, the scheme prevents farmers from being forced to sell their produce at a loss.
This support helps ensure fair price realization, provides economic stability for farmers to reinvest in their plantations, and contributes to the preservation of ecological services and traditional knowledge associated with tea cultivation. In addition, the scheme offers a one-time financial benefit to bought-leaf factories to cover the gap between the price they pay for fresh green leaves from both small and large tea growers and the price at which they can profitably process and sell the manufactured tea.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | One Tea Scheme (OTSM) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | meghalayaone.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | Yes |
| Age | 18+ years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18+ years
- 📝Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Ensures fair and stable prices for tea farmers.
- Prevents distress sales due to low factory rates.
- Provides direct financial support via DBT.
- Farmers receive Rs. 35/kg and Rs. 40/kg support price.
- Government pays the difference if factory rate is <semi_colon Rs. 35/kg and <semi_colon Rs. 40/kg.
- Supports up to 10,000 kgs per farmer.
- Encourages organic cultivation, using Rs. 40/kg as reference.
- Targets 1,000 financially distressed tea farmers
- Provide one time support to bought leaf factories
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be 18 years of age or above.
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a tea farmer.
- The applicant should possess a valid government-issued identity document.
Who is not eligible
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Papers to keep ready
Individuals for Farmers:
Proof of Identity: Voter ID / Ration Card
Registration walkthrough
Online
Step 1: Visit the official website of the scheme and click on the “Login to Apply” button to start the application process. Carefully read all the instructions provided on the website before proceeding.
Step 2: If you are a first-time user, click on “Registration for New User” and complete the registration process to create your account.
Step 3: Select your Authentication ID from the available options, such as
- PDS (Ration Card)
- Election Photo ID Card (EPIC).
Step 4: Enter your card number, select your name from the displayed list, and click on “Next” to continue.
Step 5: Your EPIC ID will appear on the screen. If the details are correct, click on “Accept.” If the details are incorrect or rejected, manually enter your EPIC number and proceed.
Step 6: Click on “Validate” to verify the entered EPIC number, and then click on “Next” to move to the application form.
Step 7: Fill in all required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review all the information, and click on “Submit.” After successful submission, you will receive a unique application number for future reference.
Sign In
Step 1: Click on “Sign In” and choose your preferred sign-in method from Mobile Number, PDS, EPIC, or Member ID.
Step 2: Enter your User ID and Password, then click on “Login” to access your account.
Step 3: After logging in, click on “Apply for Services/Scheme” to start your application.
Step 4: Fill in all the required details in the application form, upload the necessary documents, carefully review the information, and click on “Submit.”
Frequently asked questions
What is the One Tea Scheme?
The One Tea Scheme is an initiative by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya to support tea farmers by ensuring a minimum guaranteed price for fresh tea leaves.
Who can apply for the One Tea Scheme?
Tea farmers who are 18 years of age or above, permanent residents of Meghalaya, and possess a valid government-issued ID are eligible to apply.
What is the guaranteed price under the scheme?
The scheme guarantees Rs. 35 per kilogram for conventional tea leaves and Rs. 40 per kilogram for organically certified tea leaves.
How does the price support mechanism work?
If factories purchase tea leaves below the guaranteed price, the scheme provides financial support to cover the difference between the factory price and the guaranteed price.
Does the scheme support organic tea farmers?
Yes, organically certified tea growers receive a higher guaranteed price of Rs. 40 per kilogram.
Are small tea growers eligible for this scheme?
Yes, both small and large tea growers in Meghalaya can benefit from the scheme if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Is there any benefit for tea processing factories?
Yes, bought-leaf factories receive a one-time financial benefit to cover the difference between the price paid to farmers and the price at which processed tea can be sold profitably.
Is the scheme applicable for all tea gardens?
The scheme applies to registered tea growers producing fresh green leaves within Meghalaya.
Where can applicants apply for the scheme?
Eligible farmers can apply through the official government portal or the designated department responsible for implementing the scheme.
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