Fruit Processing Centre
The objective of scheme is to disseminate technical knowhow to youth entrepreneurs, farmers & housewives through practical demonstration on importance of fruit preservation & to manufacture quality processed fruit products such as Squashes, Jams, Jelly & Juices under trade name ‘Meg Fruits Product'.
About the Fruit Processing Centre Scheme
The scheme “Fruit Processing Centre” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to disseminate technical knowhow to youth entrepreneurs, farmers, and housewives through the practical demonstration on the importance of fruit preservation and to manufacture quality processed fruit products such as Squashes, Jams, Jelly, canned fruits and Juices under the trade name ‘Meg Fruits Products’.
Benefits
> Pattern of Assistance:
Training and Demonstration
> Type of Assistance:
Awareness, Capacity building on fruit and vegetable processing
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
How to Apply for Fruit Processing Centre
Application mode: Offline
> Application Process:
Step 01: The 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
- Assistant Director of Horticulture i/c FP Center
- Horticulture Development Officer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Fruit Processing Centre scheme?
The scheme “Fruit Processing Centre” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to disseminate technical knowhow to youth entrepreneurs, farmers, and housewives through the practical demonstration on the importance of fruit…
Who is eligible for Fruit Processing Centre?
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
What benefits does Fruit Processing Centre provide?
Pattern of Assistance: Training and Demonstration Type of Assistance: Awareness, Capacity building on fruit and vegetable processing
How can I apply for Fruit Processing Centre?
> Application Process: Step 01: The 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 document…
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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