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NFSM

National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

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State

States / UT: Gujarat

Department: Agriculture and Co-operation Department

Nodal department: Agriculture and Co-operation Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Target beneficiaries: Farmers

Tags: Agriculture, Food Security, Farmers, Financial Assistance, Seeds, Micro-nutrients, Plant Protection, Demonstration, Intercropping, Gujarat, Government Scheme

Details

The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) aims to enhance the production of food grains through various support measures. It includes the distribution of certified seeds, micro-nutrients, plant protection chemicals, and gypsum, with financial assistance provided based on specific criteria. The scheme also supports cluster demonstrations and intercropping for pulses, ensuring that farmers receive the necessary resources to improve agricultural productivity.

Benefits

  • - Distribution of certified seeds (Rs. 1000 to 10000 per quintal)
  • Micro-nutrients (50% of the cost or Rs. 500 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Plant protection chemicals (50% of the cost or Rs. 500 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Gypsum (50% of the cost or Rs. 750 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Cluster demonstration (Rs. 6000 to 10000 per hectare)
  • Intercropping demonstration for pulses (Rs. 3500 per hectare)
  • Distribution of certified seeds (Rs. 1000 to 10000 per quintal)
  • Micro-nutrients (50% of the cost or Rs. 500 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Plant protection chemicals (50% of the cost or Rs. 500 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Gypsum (50% of the cost or Rs. 750 per hectare, whichever is less)
  • Cluster demonstration (Rs. 6000 to 10000 per hectare)
  • Intercropping demonstration for pulses (Rs. 3500 per hectare)

Eligibility

All farmers are eligible to apply for this scheme, regardless of their profession, education, or income level.

Application Process

Online

To apply, farmers can visit the online application portal at iKhedut. The application form is available online at no cost. For more information, visit the Department of Agriculture and Co-operation.

References

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Documents Required for Government Schemes

Most government schemes require basic documents for verification. While the exact requirements vary, common documents include:

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Residence Proof
  • Bank Account Details
  • Educational Certificates (for student schemes)

How to Apply for Government Schemes?

The application process for government schemes may be online or offline depending on the scheme. In most cases, you can follow these steps:

  1. Check eligibility criteria
  2. Collect required documents
  3. Fill the application form
  4. Submit the application online or at the relevant office
  5. Track application status