Production of Foundation and Certified Seeds
About this scheme
The scheme “Production of Foundation and Certified Seeds” by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is aimed at encouraging farmers to produce high-quality seeds. Under this initiative, farmers who produce and supply Foundation and Certified Class seeds to the Department of Agriculture are eligible to receive a subsidy.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹1,000/- per quintal.
Who is Eligible
- The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
- The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- The beneficiary should produce and supply Foundation or Certified seeds to the Department.
How to Apply
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.
Documents Required
- Proof of identity (Aadhar card, Voter ID)
- Land ownership documents or lease agreement.
- Certification of seed production and supply.
- Bank account details.
- Any other documents (if required).
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the “Production of Foundation and Certified Seeds” scheme?
It is a state-sponsored scheme that offers a subsidy to farmers for producing and supplying Foundation and Certified seeds.
- Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Any farmer who produces Foundation or Certified seeds and supplies them to the Department.
- What is the subsidy provided under this scheme?
Farmers receive [?]1,000/- per quintal as a subsidy for the seeds they produce and supply.
- How to apply for the scheme?
Applications can be submitted to the Agricultural Officer at the village, block, or district level.
- What documents are required to apply?
You need proof of land ownership, identity proof, certification of seed production, and bank account details.
- Is there any income restriction to apply for the scheme?
No, there are no income criteria for this scheme.
- Is the scheme available to all communities?
Yes, the scheme is open to all farmers, irrespective of community.
- Is there an age limit to apply for the scheme?
No, there is no age restriction for applicants.
- What kind of seeds are eligible under the scheme?
Only Foundation and Certified seeds are eligible for the subsidy.
- Whom to contact for more information?
You can contact the Agricultural Officer at the village, block, or district level.
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