Integrated Sheep Development Scheme
ISDS was launched in the year 2020-21 by the J&K Govt. to promote income generation through the establishment of sheep & goat units. This scheme is innovative & self-sustaining as fresh units shall be established in a continuous cyclic manner from the retrieved livestock of previous beneficiaries.
About the Integrated Sheep Development Scheme Scheme
The Integrated Sheep Development Scheme (ISDS) was launched in the year 2020-21 by the J&K Government to promote income generation through the establishment of sheep & goat units. The scheme is implemented through Sheep Husbandry Department and monitored by the concerned Director.
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The support shall be available for the following activities -
a) Establishment of Sheep/goat units under participatory mode comprising 10 ewes/does
b) Establishment of Sheep/goat units on subsidy mode (20-200 ewes/does)
c) Establishment of shearing units
The beneficiary can be an Individual / Group of Individuals / Self Help Groups / Cooperative Societies / FPOs, etc. Efforts will be made to cover 20% SC/ST and 10% women beneficiaries. The guidelines will be in force till 31st March 2023 or replaced by a new set of guidelines whichever is earlier.
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This scheme is innovative & self-sustaining as fresh units shall be established in a continuous cyclic manner from the retrieved livestock of previous beneficiaries. The beneficiary must have basic infrastructure & grazing avenues available, to maintain the unit.
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Around 1200 sheep/goat units are to be established with the creation of employment opportunities for around 2400 people. 200 elite crossbred imported merino sheep to be introduced for genetic upgradation of local sheep for the production of more than 8000 elite lambs which will lead to an increase in carcass yield from prevalent 18 kg to 21 kg besides incrementing fine wool production from the existing 2 Kg to 2.5 Kg per sheep.
Eligibility Criteria
Component: Establishment of Sheep/Goat unit on participatory mode comprising 25 ewes/does.
Eligibility of Beneficiary: Any Individual / Group of Individuals / Self Help Group / Cooperative Society / Farmers Producer Organization.
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Component: Establishment of Sheep/Goat units (25 Sheep/goat per unit)
Eligibility of Beneficiary: Any Individual / Group of Individuals / Self Help Group / Cooperative Society / Farmers Producer Organization.
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Component: Procurement of Shearing units (Comprising of one shearing machine, one genset & shearing accessories/spares)
Eligibility of Beneficiary: Any individual (trained in MSS or intending to undergo training in MSS)
How to Apply for Integrated Sheep Development Scheme
Application mode: Offline
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Integrated Sheep Development Scheme scheme?
The Integrated Sheep Development Scheme (ISDS) was launched in the year 2020-21 by the J&K Government to promote income generation through the establishment of sheep & goat units. The scheme is implemented through Sheep Husbandry Department and monitored by the concerned…
Who is eligible for Integrated Sheep Development Scheme?
Component: Establishment of Sheep/Goat unit on participatory mode comprising 25 ewes/does. Eligibility of Beneficiary: Any Individual / Group of Individuals / Self Help Group / Cooperative Society / Farmers Producer Organization. <br Component: Establishment of Sheep/Goat units (25 Sheep/goat per u…
What benefits does Integrated Sheep Development Scheme provide?
Integrated Sheep Development Scheme provides government benefits to eligible applicants. See the benefits section for specifics.
How can I apply for Integrated Sheep Development Scheme?
You can apply for Integrated Sheep Development Scheme via Offline. Follow the step-by-step process in the "How to Apply" section above.
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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