About this agriculture scheme
This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to protect farmers' crops from damage caused by wild and stray animals by providing financial assistance for wire fencing around farms.
The scheme "Wire Fencing Around the Farm for Crop Protection" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial aid to farmers to install wire fencing, helping prevent damage to crops from wild and stray animals. This initiative ensures minimal agricultural produce wastage and supports sustainable farming practices.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Wire Fencing Around the Farm for Crop Protection (WFAFCP) |
|---|---|
| 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 | Individual |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Online / Online - via CSC |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Online / Online - via CSC
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
| Name of the Component | Standard of Assistance | Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits |
| Wire Fencing | Per Running Meter Rs. 200/- or 50% of the actual expenditure incurred, whichever is less | Once in lifetime |
Who qualifies
The applicant must be a landholding farmer or a farmer group
The applicant must have a minimum of 2 hectares (ha) of land in a cluster.
Note:
- Only one of the holders mentioned in 8-A land records per account is eligible for benefits with the consent of other holders.
- A farmer is eligible for assistance for a maximum of one account.
Who is not eligible
- Farmers who have already availed benefits under the Solar Fencing Scheme are not eligible for this scheme.
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Registration walkthrough
Online
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 ‘Agricultural 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 confirmed 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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Online - via CSC
- Apply online on i-Khedut portal through a Public Service Center or Cyber Cafe.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of this Scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to protect farmers' crops from damage caused by wild and stray animals, thereby preventing the wastage of agricultural produce.
Who is eligible to apply for this Scheme?
Any landholding farmer or farmer group with a minimum of 2 hectares in a cluster is eligible to apply for the scheme.
What type of financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
Under this scheme, farmers receive financial assistance of Rs. 200/- per running meter or 50% of the actual expenditure incurred, whichever is lower.
How many times can a farmer avail of the benefits under this scheme?
A farmer can avail of the benefits only once in a lifetime for a single land account.
Can a farmer from a forest area apply for this scheme?
Yes, a farmer from a forest area can apply, but they must submit the Van Adhikar Patra or Sanad as proof.
Can multiple farmers owning the same land apply for this scheme?
No, only one account holder from an 8-A land record can apply, provided they have the consent of the other landholders.
Can a farmer who has already received benefits under the Solar Fencing Scheme apply for this scheme?
No, a farmer who has already availed of benefits under the Solar Fencing Scheme is not eligible for this scheme.
What percentage of the total fencing cost is covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers 50% of the actual expenditure incurred or Rs. 200/- per running meter, whichever is lower.
Can a farmer with less than 2 hectares of land apply for this scheme?
No, the scheme requires a minimum landholding of 2 hectares in a cluster for eligibility.
Where can a farmer apply for the scheme?
A farmer can apply online through the i-Khedut portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
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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