National Horticulture Mission-Protected Cultivation

The National Horticulture Mission-Protected Cultivation scheme promotes the cultivation of high-value horticultural crops such as vegetables, flowers, and fruits by controlling environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and sunlight through structures like greenhouses and shade net houses. The scheme provides subsidies for the establishment of these structures, with specific financial assistance for small and marginal farmers, as well as Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe farmers. The scheme also includes provisions for additional subsidies for farmers in tribal areas, and it outlines the process for applying for grants, including necessary documentation and verification steps.

• 50% subsidy on the establishment of greenhouses and shade net houses
• Additional 20% subsidy for small, marginal, SC, and ST farmers
• Up to 25% extra subsidy for farmers in tribal areas
• 50% subsidy on plastic mulching costs, up to ₹16,000 per hectare
• 75% subsidy for small and marginal farmers on plastic mulching
• 50% subsidy on low tunnels and anti-bird nets
• Financial assistance for high-value vegetable and flower planting materials

Farmers, institutions, and companies intending to establish greenhouses or shade net houses for horticultural crop production. Maximum area for subsidy is 4000 square meters per beneficiary.

Farmers who have previously benefited from the scheme in the year 2021-22 are not eligible for this scheme.

Online

1. Submit an online application with required documents:
   • Land ownership certificate
   • Soil and water testing report
   • Cost quotation from empaneled firms
   • Certificates for small/marginal/SC/ST status if applicable.
2. After administrative approval, the firm must supply materials within 30 days.
3. Physical verification of the construction will be conducted by district officials.
4. Subsidy will be disbursed after successful verification.