FIG

Farmers Interest Group (FIG)

The “Farmers Interest Group (FIG)” scheme supports every group of 15 farmers with grants for agricultural development. The scheme offers assistance for office equipment, training, ID cards, and district-level meetings.

State Cash

States / UT: Tamil Nadu

Nodal department: Agriculture Department

Scheme for: Infra

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Registered Societies, Joint Liability Groups (JLGS)

Tags: Agriculture, Farmer, Farmers Interest Group, FIG

Details

The “Farmers Interest Group (FIG)” scheme, by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, supports every group of 15 farmers with grants for agricultural development. The scheme offers financial assistance for purchasing office equipment, training, ID cards, and district-level meetings.

Benefits

  • - Office Equipment: ₹5,000/- per group for purchasing office equipment, technical bulletins, and setting up a library. - Training and Skill Acquisition: ₹4000/- per group for training and skill acquisition by farmer members. - ID Cards: ₹400/- per group for issuing ID cards to members. - District-Level Meetings: ₹20,000/- per group for conducting district-level meetings
  • Office Equipment: ₹5,000/- per group for purchasing office equipment, technical bulletins, and setting up a library. - Training and Skill Acquisition: ₹4000/- per group for training and skill acquisition by farmer members. - ID Cards: ₹400/- per group for issuing ID cards to members. - District-Level Meetings: ₹20,000/- per group for conducting district-level meetings.

Eligibility

  • The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  • The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  • The beneficiary should be part of a Farmer’s group of 15 farmers.

Exclusions


Application Process

Offline

Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:

Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.

Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.

District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.


Clarifications

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

What is the "Farmers Interest Group (FIG)” scheme?
The "Farmers Interest Group (FIG)" scheme supports every group of 15 farmers with grants for agricultural development. The scheme offers assistance for office equipment, training, ID cards, and district-level meetings.
Who can apply for the FIG scheme?
Any group of 15 registered farmers involved in agricultural activities is eligible to apply for the FIG scheme.
What type of financial assistance does the FIG scheme provide?
The FIG scheme provides grants for purchasing office equipment, technical bulletins, setting up a library, training, issuing ID cards, and for district-level meetings.
What is the maximum amount of assistance a group can receive for office equipment?
A group can receive up to ₹5,000/- for purchasing office equipment.
How much funding is available for training and skill acquisition?
The scheme provides ₹4,000/- per group for training and skill acquisition.
Is there a specific amount allocated for issuing ID cards under the scheme?
Yes, ₹400/- per group is allocated for issuing ID cards.
How much support is provided for district-level meetings?
The scheme provides ₹20,000/- per meeting for district-level meetings.
Where should the application for the FIG scheme be submitted?
Applications should be submitted to the Assistant Agricultural Officer at the village level, Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer at the block level, Assistant Director of Agriculture at the block level, or the Joint Director of Agriculture at the district level.
What documents are required to apply for the FIG scheme?
Applicants need to provide proof of farmer status, group registration details, identity proof, and a completed application form signed by all group members.
Is there a minimum group size required for eligibility?
Yes, the group must consist of at least 15 members.
Can individual farmers apply for the FIG scheme?
No, the scheme is designed for groups of farmers rather than individual farmers.
What is the purpose of the grant for office equipment under the FIG scheme?
The grant for office equipment is intended to help farmer groups with administrative tasks and enhance their organizational efficiency.
Are there any restrictions on how the training funds can be used?
The training funds should be used for acquiring skills relevant to agriculture and improving the capacity of group members.
How does a farmer group register for the FIG scheme?
A farmer group must submit an application to the relevant agricultural officers, including necessary documentation and proof of their status as a registered group of farmers.

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