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Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: Export Oriented Production:Large Cardamom Replanting/New planting (Ha)

Under this scheme, growers are encouraged to adopt systematic replanting of large cardamom using high-yielding, disease-free planting materials. It aims to increase productivity, improve quality, and enhance export competitiveness under the Spices Board of India.

Central Cash

States / UT: All India

Ministry / nodal: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc., Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Agriculture, Farming, Farmer, Subsidy

Details

The scheme "Export Oriented Production: Large Cardamom Certified Nursery (Unit)" is a Sub-Scheme of the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom by the Spice Board, Department of Commerce and Industry, Ministry of Commerce.

Benefits

  • 1. 33.33% of cost of cultivation of large cardamom subject to a maximum of ₹33 600/- per Ha for General Category and 75% of cost of cultivation ₹75 000/- per Ha for SC/ST payable in two annual installments of ₹16 800/- and 37 500/-
  • respectively. 1. Small and marginal growers owing up to 8.00 Ha. The minimum area to be replanted / new planted contiguously under the scheme is 0.10 Ha Maximum area eligibility per grower is 8.00 Ha but at a time i.e in a financial year a grower can avail subsidy only up to 4.00 Ha as replanting has to be carried out in a phased manner
  1. 33.33% of cost of cultivation of large cardamom subject to a maximum of ₹ 33,600/- per Ha for General Category and 75% of cost of cultivation ₹ 75,000/- per Ha for SC/ST payable in two annual installments of ₹ 16,800/- and 37,500/-, respectively.
  2. Small and marginal growers owing up to 8.00 Ha. The minimum area to be replanted / new planted contiguously under the scheme is 0.10 Ha Maximum area eligibility per grower is 8.00 Ha but at a time i.e., in a financial year a grower can avail subsidy only up to 4.00 Ha as replanting has to be carried out in a phased manner.

Eligibility

  1. The applicant should be a small or marginal grower owning up to 8 hectares of land.
  2. The applicant should belong to the SC/ST category.
  3. The applicant should undertake replanting/new planting in a minimum contiguous area of 0.10 Ha.
  4. The applicant should not exceed 8.00 Ha total eligibility, and should avail subsidy for a maximum of 4.00 Ha per financial year in a phased manner.
  5. The applicant should be cultivating in eligible regions such as Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and other North Eastern states.
  6. The applicant should ensure a minimum plant population of 4000 plants per hectare with spacing of 5 × 5 feet.
  7. The applicant should allow inspection by designated officials, and assistance will be granted only after approval.
  8. The applicant should avail second-time assistance for the same area only after 8 years, except in cases like natural calamities.

Exclusions


Application Process

Online

Registration
Step 1: The applicant should visit the ServicesPlus website.
Step 2: Click on the “Register” option on the homepage.
Step 3: Fill out the registration form by entering Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, selecting State, and Captcha.
Step 4: Review all details carefully and submit the registration form.
Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email; enter the OTP and click “Verify.”
Step 6: Registration will be completed successfully, and a confirmation message will be displayed or sent via email.
Login
Step 1: The applicant should visit the ServicesPlus website and click on “Login.”
Step 2: Enter your Email ID, Password, and Captcha.
Step 3: Select the relevant service/scheme name.
Step 4: Fill in the required details in the application form.
Step 5: Submit the application.

Clarifications

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

What is the objective of this scheme?
Under this scheme, growers are encouraged to adopt systematic replanting using high-yielding, disease-free planting materials to increase productivity. <br>
What is the minimum area required for assistance?
The minimum contiguous area for replanting/new planting is 0.10 hectare. <br>
What is the maximum area eligible under the scheme?
A grower can avail benefits up to 8 hectares, but only 4 hectares per financial year. <br>
What subsidy is provided for the General category?
33.33% of the cost of cultivation, subject to a maximum of ₹33,600 per hectare. <br>
What subsidy is provided for SC/ST beneficiaries?
75% of the cost of cultivation, subject to a maximum of ₹75,000 per hectare. <br>
What are the installment amounts?
₹16,800 per hectare for General category and ₹37,500 per hectare for SC/ST category. <br>
Which regions are covered under the scheme?
The scheme is applicable in Sikkim, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, and other North Eastern states. <br>
What documents are required for application?
Documents include land possession proof, survey plan, Aadhaar card, bank passbook, SC/ST certificate (if applicable), and No Objection Certificate. <br>
Can a farmer avail the benefit again for the same land?
Yes, but only after 8 years, except in cases like natural calamities. <br>
What planting standards must be followed?
A minimum of 4000 plants per hectare with 5 × 5 feet spacing is required. <br>

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