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Organizing Block Demonstration on Polythene Mulch Technology in Groundnut

Farmers in Tamil Nadu can receive financial assistance of ₹8,000 per hectare for implementing polythene mulch technology in groundnut cultivation. This support includes ₹4,000 for organizing the demonstration and ₹4,000 for covering the land with polythene sheets, aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and ensuring better crop yields.

State Cash

States / UT: Tamil Nadu

Nodal department: Agriculture Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Agriculture, Farmer, Block Demonstration, Polythene Mulch Technology, Groundnut

Details

The scheme "Organizing Block Demonstration on Polythene Mulch Technology in Groundnut" by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is designed to support farmers by providing ₹4,000/- for input costs and an additional ₹4,000/- to cover land with polythene sheets per hectare. It aims to encourage the use of advanced agricultural technologies to enhance crop yields, specifically in groundnut farming.


Benefits

  • - Financial Assistance: An assistance of ₹4,000/- towards the cost of inputs to organize the demonstration and ₹4,000/- to cover the land with Polythene sheet per hectare will be provided
  • Financial Assistance: An assistance of ₹4,000/- towards the cost of inputs to organize the demonstration and ₹4,000/- to cover the land with Polythene sheet per hectare will be provided.

Eligibility

  • The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
  • The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
  • The beneficiary should produce and supply Foundation and Certified Class seeds to the Department.

Exclusions


Application Process

Offline

Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:

Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.

Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.

District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.

Clarifications

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

What is the "Organizing Block Demonstration on Polythene Mulch Technology in Groundnut” scheme?
The "Organizing Block Demonstration on Polythene Mulch Technology in Groundnut" scheme provides financial assistance to farmers for adopting polythene mulch technology in groundnut cultivation to improve productivity.
What crop is targeted by the scheme?
The scheme specifically targets groundnut cultivation.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Farmers who produce and supply Foundation and Certified Class seeds to the Department are eligible for the scheme.
What financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
Under the scheme, farmers receive ₹4,000/- for input costs and ₹4,000/- for polythene sheets.
Is there any income or age limit for eligibility?
There are no specified income or age restrictions for this scheme.
What documents are required for the application?
Required documents include proof of land ownership or a lease agreement, identity proof, bank account details, and proof of seed production for the Department.
How can a farmer apply for the scheme?
Farmers must submit their applications to the Assistant Agricultural Officer at the village level, Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer at the block level, or the Joint Director of Agriculture at the district level.
What are the benefits of using polythene mulch technology in farming?
Polythene mulch helps in retaining soil moisture, controlling weed growth, and increasing crop yields, leading to more efficient and sustainable farming.

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