RRCGCDB

Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden" by the Coconut Development Board

Coconut farmers across India can access financial assistance through the 'Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden (R&R)' scheme by the Coconut Development Board. This initiative supports cutting and removal, replanting, and integrated management practices, offering cash transfers of up to ₹32,000 per hectare for removal and ₹17,500 per hectare for management practices, with eligibility for all coconut farmers possessing valid identity and land documents.

State Cash

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Agriculture Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Wildlife and biodiversity, Environmental management and protection, Financial assistance, Land and water resources

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Plant, Garden, Coconut, Seed, Financial Assistance, Farmer

Details

The scheme “Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden (R&R)" by the Coconut Development Board was launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, the coconut farmers are provided financial assistance through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) mode for the cutting & removal, replanting, and for integrated management practices.

Benefits

  • - Cutting & Removal @ ₹1,000/‐ per palm subject to a maximum of ₹32,000/ per hectare. - Assistance for Replanting @ ₹40per seedling subject to a maximum of ₹4,000.- Integrated Management Practices @ ₹17,500/‐ per hectare in two annual installments, for upto 4 hectares per farmer.- Seasonality: Annually
  • Cutting & Removal @ ₹ 1,000/‐ per palm subject to a maximum of ₹ 32,000/ per hectare. - Assistance for Replanting @ ₹ 40 per seedling subject to a maximum of ₹ 4,000.- Integrated Management Practices @ ₹ 17,500/‐ per hectare in two annual installments, for upto 4 hectares per farmer.- Seasonality: Annually.

Eligibility

All categories of coconut farmers with farmer's identity cards/ authenticated land records/documents are eligible.

Application Process

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Uzhavar Udhaviyagam (Farmers' Help Centres) or the Office of the Additional Director of Agriculture (Horticulture) and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the Agricultural Officer.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: On receipt of the application, necessary entries will be made in the application receipt register and a unique number is assigned to the applicant for identifying each applicant which shall be used for all further references and also as acknowledgement for the receipt of the application.

Clarifications

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

How is the financial assistance for cutting & removal calculated under the R&R scheme?
Coconut farmers receive ₹1,000 per palm, with a maximum limit of ₹32,000 per hectare for cutting & removal.
Can tenants cultivating lands owned by Municipalities apply for the R&R scheme?
Yes, tenants need consent from the municipality and a cultivation certificate for application.
What is the time frame for the seasonality of benefits under the R&R scheme?
The benefits, including cutting & removal, replanting, and integrated management practices, are provided annually.
Are there any restrictions on the maximum area for availing Integrated Management Practices support?
Yes, farmers can receive support for integrated management practices for up to 4 hectares under the R&R scheme.
How should tenants cultivating lands owned by religious institutions obtain consent for the R&R scheme?
Tenants need a letter of consent from the concerned authority and a cultivation certificate from the landowner or relevant departments.
What documentation is needed if a farmer does not possess an identity card?
In the absence of an identity card, farmers should submit land documents like sale deed, partition deed, gift deed, or will.
Who is eligible to benefit from the "Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden (R&R)" scheme?
All categories of coconut farmers with a farmer's identity card or authenticated land records are eligible.
How frequently are the benefits distributed under the R&R scheme?
The benefits, including cutting & removal, replanting, and integrated management practices, are provided annually.
What is the financial assistance for Integrated Management Practices under the R&R scheme?
Coconut farmers can avail ₹17,500 per hectare in two annual installments, for up to 4 hectares per farmer.
What is the assistance provided for replanting in the R&R scheme?
Farmers receive ₹40 per seedling, with a maximum limit of ₹4,000 for replanting support.
What is the financial support offered for cutting & removal under the R&R scheme?
Coconut farmers receive ₹1,000 per palm, with a maximum limit of ₹32,000 per hectare for cutting & removal.

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