Development and Maintenance of Orchard Cum Horti Nurseries

The scheme “Development and Maintenance of Orchard Cum Horti Nurseries” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya for the production and multiplication of good, high-yielding, diseased free planting materials in the Government farms for distribution to farmers through District Horticulture Officer.

Pattern of Assistance:

Training, awareness program, extension, technology support.

Type of Assistance:

• Production and multiplication of good, high-yielding, diseased free planting materials for sale.
• Introduction of new high-yielding varieties of mother plants, suitable to the different areas of the State.

1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
2. The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
3. The applicant/farmer should own or lease land of at least 200 sq.ms.

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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 documents at your nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Horticulture Circle.

Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):

The eligible bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.

Whom to Contact: Below officials can be contacted for any concerns or queries:

• District Horticulture Officer - Horticulture Development Officer

1. Passport-size photograph
2. Identity Proof
3. Bank passbook/account details
4. Documents proof of possessing own or leased land
5. Any other document as required