Development of Strawberry Cultivation
The objective of the scheme is to provide farmers with quality and improved varieties of strawberry planting materials so as to encourage area expansion under this crop such that commercialization horticulture under this crop is achieved.
About the Development of Strawberry Cultivation Scheme
The scheme “Development of Strawberry Cultivation” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to provide farmers with quality and improved varieties of strawberry planting materials so as to encourage area expansion under this crop such that commercialization horticulture under this crop is achieved.
Benefits
> Pattern of Assistance:
Assistance to the selected government-run farm and also a scale of 50% subsidies to the strawberry spokes.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
Sl. No.EntitlementOwantum of Assistance1To promote the production of strawberry fruits by purchasing good quality materials of strawberry runners.100% assistance to the selected beneficiaries.2 Purchase of mulching for demonstration.100% assistance.3Purchase of drip irrigation sprayers.100% assistance.
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 200 sqms.
Note: The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
How to Apply for Development of Strawberry Cultivation
Application mode: 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 required documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.
> Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
> Whom to Contact:
- District Horticulture Officer 1. Sectoral Officer, Department of Horticulture
- Horticulture Development Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Development of Strawberry Cultivation scheme?
The scheme “Development of Strawberry Cultivation” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to provide farmers with quality and improved varieties of strawberry planting materials so as to encourage area expansion under th…
Who is eligible for Development of Strawberry Cultivation?
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 200 sqms. Note: The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.
What benefits does Development of Strawberry Cultivation provide?
Pattern of Assistance: Assistance to the selected government-run farm and also a scale of 50% subsidies to the strawberry spokes. Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any): Sl. No.EntitlementOwantum of Assistance1To promote the production of strawberry fruits by purchasing good quality materials…
How can I apply for Development of Strawberry Cultivation?
> 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 required…
Source: official scheme details published on the Government of India's myScheme portal. Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official portal before applying. Scheme rules can change.
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