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Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation

The scheme provides financial assistance to farmers in Gujarat for expanding fruit crop cultivation like mango, banana, papaya, etc., through intensive and ultra-intensive farming methods.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Agriculture, Fruit Crop, Horticulture, Intensive Farming

Details

The scheme "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.

Benefits

  • For Intensive and Ultra-Intensive Farming of Mango, Guava, Pomegranate, Lemon, etc.:
  • Assistance of ₹30,000/- to ₹40,000/- per hectare
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary. For New Plantation of Banana Tissue Culture Crop:
  • 40% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹50,000/- per hectare
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary. For New Plantation of Papaya Crop:
  • 50% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹30,000/- per hectare
  • Paid in two installments
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary

For Intensive and Ultra-Intensive Farming of Mango, Guava, Pomegranate, Lemon, etc.:

  • Assistance of ₹30,000/- to ₹40,000/- per hectare.
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.

For New Plantation of Banana Tissue Culture Crop:

  • 40% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹50,000/- per hectare.
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.

For New Plantation of Papaya Crop:

  • 50% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹30,000/- per hectare.
  • Paid in two installments.
  • Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be a farmer.
  • The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
  • The applicant must be engaged in horticultural or fruit crop cultivation.

Exclusions


Application Process

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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Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

What is the objective of the "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" scheme?
The scheme aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any farmer who is a resident of Gujarat and possesses valid agricultural land is eligible to apply for the scheme. <br> <br>
Which crops are supported under this scheme?
The scheme provides financial assistance for the cultivation of mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya. <br> <br>
What is the maximum land area for which assistance can be availed?
A farmer can receive assistance for up to 4 hectares of land under this scheme. <br> <br>
What is the amount of assistance provided for banana tissue culture plantations?
The scheme offers 40% of the incurred cost or a maximum of ₹50,000/- per hectare for banana tissue culture cultivation. <br> <br>
Is the assistance for papaya cultivation provided in a single installment?
No, the assistance for new papaya plantations is provided in two installments. <br> <br>
Is there any income limit for farmers to apply under this scheme?
No, there is no income limit for individual or family income to be eligible for this scheme. <br> <br>
How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
Applicants can apply on the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal to avail the benefits of the scheme.
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
Applicants are required to submit an Aadhaar card, 7/12 land record, and a copy of their bank passbook or a cancelled cheque.
Who should the applicant contact for help or more information about the scheme?
The applicant should contact the nearest agriculture office or visit the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal for more information.

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