Group Supply Of Goats And Sheep
Group supply of goats and sheep refers to the practice of selling or distributing goats and sheep in groups, rather than as individual animals. In Maharashtra, this practice is common among farmers, livestock traders, and cooperative organizations.
States / UT: Maharashtra
Nodal department: Tribal Development Department
Scheme for: Infra
Scheme profile
Categories: Business & Entrepreneurship, Skills & Employment
Target beneficiaries: Individual, Family
Tags: Tribal Scheme, Goat Supply, Sheep Supply, Maharashtra Scheme, State Scheme
Details
In Maharashtra, group supply of goat and sheep refers to a collective approach taken by small-scale farmers to supply their livestock to larger markets. These farmers form groups or cooperatives to pool their resources and negotiate better prices for their goats and sheep.
Group supply is often used for the purpose of reducing costs, improving access to markets, and promoting efficient utilization of resources. The species of goats and sheep commonly found in Maharashtra include Jamunapari, Beetal, and Sirohi, among others. Group supply of goats and sheep is an important aspect of the livestock industry in Maharashtra, contributing to both the economy and food security of the region.
The group supply system has several advantages for small-scale farmers, including reduced transportation costs, improved market access, and increased bargaining power. By working together, farmers can also share knowledge and resources, such as veterinary services and animal feed.
Overall, group supply of goat and sheep is an important component of the agricultural economy in Maharashtra, supporting small-scale farmers and providing a valuable source of meat to consumers.
Benefits
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1. Under this scheme, a group of 10 goats and 1 buck are provided to tribal beneficiaries on 50 percent subsidy. The price of the group is decided according to the prevailing rates of NABARD.
2. Supply of goat Units:- Under this scheme To increase the income source
& to create employment in tribal areas to farmers/ beneficiaries. The goat
units are provided to them. In year 2018-19 under this scheme total
allocation of Rs. 369.22 lakhs has been proposed.
Eligibility
- Beneficiary should belong to Scheduled Tribe.
- Beneficiary should be below poverty line.
Exclusions
No exclusions are listed for this scheme yet.
Application Process
Offline
Connect with Group Development Officer, Group Development Officer under Panchayat Samiti / and Zilla Parishad
Documents Required
No document list is available for this scheme yet.
Official links
References
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Documents Required for Government Schemes
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- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
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