Seed Farms Scheme
About this scheme
The “Seed Farms Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme, which is implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is the production of high-quality seeds of cereals, pulses, oilseeds etc., and for raising Horticultural seedlings such as orange, coconut, arecanut, etc. for distribution to cultivators.
Benefits
Pattern of Assistance:
- Supply of quality seeds to farmers.
Type of Assistance and Entitlement (If any):
- Subsidy sale
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
How to Apply
Offline
Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the relevant documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers having sufficient available cultivable land shall be selected on a first come first served basis.
Whom to Contact:
- District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
- Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned sub-divisions.
- District Training Officers, Tura/Shillong.
- Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Identity Proof
- Documents proof of having sufficient available cultivable land
- Any other document as required
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The objective of the scheme is the production of high quality seeds of cereals, pulses, oilseeds etc. and for raising Horticultural seedlings such as orange, coconut, arecanut etc. for distribution to cultivators.
- Which department has launched this scheme?
Department Of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya
- Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
The bonafide farmers who have sufficient available cultivable land and are engaged in agriculture can apply under the scheme.
- What is the pattern of assistance?
Supply of quality seeds to farmers.
- What is the type of assistance/service?
Subsidy sale to farmers.
- How to apply for the scheme?
The bonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Agriculture Circle.
- What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure?
The bonafide farmers having sufficient available cultivable land shall be selected on a first come first served basis.
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