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Maize Development through Cluster Approach Scheme

The objectives of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting the crop and location specific production technology.

State Composite

States / UT: Meghalaya

Nodal department: Agriculture Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

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

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Agriculture, Farmer, Maize, Quality Seeds

Details

The scheme “Maize Development through Cluster Approach” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high-yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting crop and location-specific production technology.

Benefits

  • - Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield
  • Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
  • The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
  • The applicant should have sufficient available cultivable land of (0.025 hectares).

Application Process

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Application Process:

Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.

Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):

  • The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.

Whom to Contact:

  1. Sectoral Officer, Directorate of Agriculture
  2. District Agriculture Officer
  3. Sub-Divisional Officer
  4. Agriculture Development Officer

Clarifications

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

What is the objective of the scheme?
The objectives of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting the crop and location specific production technology.
Which department has launched this scheme?
Department of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
The bonafide farmers of Meghalaya who have sufficient available cultivable land (0.025 hectares) can avail the benefits under the scheme.
What is the pattern of assistance?
Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield thereby enhancing the farmers' economy.
How to avail the benefits of the scheme?
The bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture circle.
What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure?
The beneficiaries will be selected on a first come first served basis.
Whom can I contact in case of any queries or need for clarification?
1. Sectoral Officer, Directorate of Agriculture 2. District Agriculture Officer 3. Sub-Divisional Officer 4. Agriculture Development Officer

References

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