Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming
This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to promote organic farming by providing financial assistance to farmers for certification, input subsidies, and residue testing.
About the Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming Scheme
The "Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage farmers to adopt organic farming by offering financial incentives for certification, registration, and input costs. It helps maintain soil fertility, supports biological input management, and promotes traditional knowledge.
Benefits
Name of the ComponentStandard of AssistanceMinimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming BenefitsRegistration/ CertificationAssistance for Certification/Registration fees 75% from GOPCA and 50% assistance in Certification fees with other certifying Body; Upto Maximum ₹2,000/- per HectareEvery yearInputInput subsidy of ₹5,000/- per Hectare for Certified farmEvery yearResidue testingPer sample Assistance upto ₹1,0000/-Every year<br>
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be an Individual farmer or farmers group.
- The applicant should have an interest in practicing certified organic farming system.
How to Apply for Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming
Application mode: 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 &quot;Apply New&quot; button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the &quot;Update Application&quot; 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 and submit Related Documents through to concern Taluka office.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming scheme?
The &quot;Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming&quot; introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage farmers to adopt organic farming by offering financial incentives for…
Who is eligible for Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming?
The applicant must be an Individual farmer or farmers group. The applicant should have an interest in practicing certified organic farming system.
What benefits does Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming provide?
Name of the ComponentStandard of AssistanceMinimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming BenefitsRegistration/ CertificationAssistance for Certification/Registration fees 75% from GOPCA and 50% assistance in Certification fees with other certifying Body; Upto Maximum ₹2,000/- per HectareEvery yearIn…
How can I apply for Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming?
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…
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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