About this agriculture scheme
The objective of the scheme is to promote vegetable production through HYV Seeds/ Hybrids/ Improved/ Open Pollinated seedlings, including assistance to farmers.
The scheme “Vegetable Development Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to promote vegetable production through HYV seeds/Hybrids/Improved/Open Pollinated seedlings, including assistance to farmers.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Vegetable Development Scheme (VDS) |
|---|---|
| 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
Pattern of Assistance:
- Supply of seeds/ seedlings and garden tools at 50% sales subsidy.
- Demonstration on improved methods of vegetable cultivation at the rate 2,600 per farmer is provisioned.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If Any):
| Sl. No. | Entitlement | Owantum of Assistance |
| 1 | To promote vegetable production by providing hybrid, HYV, and OP quality vegetable seed to farmers including horticultural tools and implements. | 50% sale to the farmers. |
| 2 | To promote the production of off-season and high-value vegetables under protected cultivation by providing poly houses to farmers. | 100% assistance for 100sqm per unit area. |
| 3 | To assist farmers in trellis making for squash and other creepers vegetables with locally available materials like bamboo wood etc. | Assistance is limited to 200 sqm per beneficiary @ Rs. 10,000/unit. |
Who qualifies
- The applicant/farmer should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The small and marginal farmers having sufficient available cultivable land can apply under the scheme.
Note: The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
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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):
The eligible bonafide farmers will be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact: Below officials can be contacted for any concerns or queries:
- District Horticulture Officer
- Horticulture Development Officer
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is to promote vegetable production through HYV seeds/ Hybrids/ Improved/Open Pollinated seedlings, including assistance to farmers.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department Of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya has launched this scheme.
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
The bonafide small and marginal farmers are eligible to apply under the scheme.
What is the type of assistance/service?
(i)The Scheme assists in providing hybrid, HYV, and OP quality vegetable seed, etc. to farmers at a subsidized rate.
(ii) Providing poly houses to farmers for the production of off-season and high-value vegetables under protected cultivation
(iii) To assist farmers in trellis making for squash and other creeper vegetables with locally available materials like bamboo wood etc.
What is the pattern of assistance?
I) 50% sale subsidy of hybrid, HYV and OP quality vegetable seeds, tools & implements.
ii) 100% assistance for 100sqm per unit area of poly house.
iii) 100% assistance limited to 200 sqm per beneficiary in trellis making.
How to avail the benefits of the scheme?
The 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?
The beneficiaries will be selected on a first come first served basis.
Whom can I contact in case of any queries or need for clarification?
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
tsmpb.in is not affiliated with any government department. Apply only on the official portal and never pay anyone for an application.
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