About this agriculture scheme
The objectives of the scheme are to boost up the area and production of all plantation crops like Arecanut, Cashewnut, Coconut, Pineapple etc., and to provide a 50 % subsidy for planting materials and construction of a soakage tank.
The scheme “Plantation Crop Development Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to boost up the area and production of all plantation crops like Arecanut, Cashewnut, Coconut, Pineapple etc., and to provide 50 % subsidy planting materials and construction of soakage tank.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Plantation Crop Development Scheme (PCDS) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Agriculture Department |
| Benefit type | Composite (cash plus goods or services) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Meghalaya |
| Official portal | megagriculture.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Department Of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government Of Meghalaya |
|---|---|
| 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
- 🎂Age 18 to 80 years
- 💼Farmer
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Type of assistance:
- Financial assistance at a 50% subsidy for purchasing of planting materials, and polypipes.
- Financial assistance at a 50% subsidy for the construction of soakage tank.
Pattern of assistance:
- One-year assistance.
Who qualifies
- The applicant/farmer should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in Agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.
Note: The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
Papers to keep ready
1. Passport-size photograph
2. Identity Proof
3. Bank passbook/account details
4. Documents proof of possessing own or leased land
5. Any other document as required
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at your nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
Bonafide farmers on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:
1. District Horticulture Officer
2. Horticulture Development Officer
Frequently asked questions
What is the key objective of the scheme?
1. To boost up the area and production of all plantation crops like Arecanut, Cashewnut, Coconut, Pineapple, etc.
2. To provide a 50 % subsidy for planting materials and the construction of a soakage tank.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department Of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya has launched this scheme.
What is the type of assistance/service?
The scheme provides planting materials, poly-pipes and financial assistance for the construction of Arecanut soakage tank.
What is the pattern of assistance?
1. 50% subsidy on the sale of planting materials and polypipes.
2. 50% subsidy for construction of Arecanut soakage tank.
Who can apply for the scheme?
Bonafide farmers engaged in Agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.
How to apply for the scheme?
Bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.
What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure?
Bonafide farmers on first come first serve basis.
Whom to contact?
1. District Horticulture Officer
2. Horticulture Development Officer
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Official Website megagriculture.gov.in
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