SPAFOF

Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming

This scheme has been introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat. It aims to promote organic farming by providing financial assistance to farmers for certification, input subsidies, and residue testing.

State Cash

States / UT: Gujarat

Nodal department: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Agriculture,Rural & Environment

Sub-categories: Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc., Soil health, Mechanization- solar power, farming systems

Target beneficiaries: Individual

Tags: Agriculture, Farmer, Organic Farming

Details

The "Scheme of Providing Assistance to Encourage Farmers for Adoption of Organic Farming" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage farmers to adopt organic farming by offering financial incentives for certification, registration, and input costs. It helps maintain soil fertility, supports biological input management, and promotes traditional knowledge.

Benefits

  • Name of the Component Standard of Assistance Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits Registration/ CertificationAssistance for Certification/Registration fees 75% from GOPCA and 50% assistance in Certification fees with other certifying Body; Upto Maximum ₹2 000/- per HectareEvery yearInputInput subsidy of ₹5 000/- per Hectare for Certified farmEvery yearResidue testingPer sample Assistance upto ₹1 0000/-Every year

Name of the ComponentStandard of AssistanceMinimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming BenefitsRegistration/ CertificationAssistance for Certification/Registration fees 75% from GOPCA and 50% assistance in Certification fees with other certifying Body; Upto Maximum ₹2,000/- per HectareEvery yearInputInput subsidy of ₹5,000/- per Hectare for Certified farmEvery yearResidue testingPer sample Assistance upto ₹1,0000/-Every year

Eligibility

  • The applicant must be an Individual farmer or farmers group.
  • The applicant should have an interest in practicing certified organic farming system.

Exclusions


Application Process

Online

Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open.
Step 4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application.
Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application.
Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it.
Step 7: Take a print out of the confirmed application and submit Related Documents through to concern Taluka office.
Step 8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

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Clarifications

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

What is the objective of this scheme?
This scheme aims to promote organic farming by providing financial assistance to farmers for certification, input subsidies, and residue testing.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any individual farmer or a group of farmers practicing or willing to practice certified organic farming is eligible to apply for the scheme.
What types of financial assistance are provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides assistance for certification and registration fees (up to ₹2,000 per hectare), input subsidies (₹5,000 per hectare annually), and residue testing (up to ₹10,000 per sample per year).
Can a farmer avail multiple benefits under this scheme?
Yes, a farmer can apply for certification assistance, input subsidies, and residue testing support simultaneously.
Is there any application fee to apply for the scheme?
No, there is no fee required to apply for this scheme.
Can a farmer submit an application offline?
No, applications are accepted only through the I-Khedut portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
What documents are required for the application process?
The required documents include an Aadhaar card, land ownership proof, bank account details, organic certification documents (if available) etc.
How can a farmer check the status of their application?
A farmer can check the application status on the I-Khedut portal using their registration details: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

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