The “Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank: For Animal Husbandry” scheme, launched by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department of Tamil Nadu, aims to provide financial support to farmers specifically for animal husbandry activities. This initiative is designed to empower farmers by boosting livestock development, thereby enhancing overall agricultural productivity.
Benefits
- Access to Loan:
- For purchasing 2 buffaloes: Loan of ₹20,000.
- For purchasing 21 goats: Loan of ₹24,500.
- Interest Rate:
Loans are offered at an interest rate ranging from 14.5% to 16.5% (subject to change).
Eligibility
- The beneficiary must be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- The beneficiary should be a farmer engaged in animal husbandry.
- The beneficiary must be interested in availing an Animal Husbandry Loan from the Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank.
- The loan must be used specifically for animal husbandry activities (e.g., purchasing buffaloes or goats).
Application Process
Offline
- Collect the Application Form:
Interested applicants should contact the Secretary or Special Officer of the Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank to obtain the application form. - Fill in the Form:
Complete the form by filling in all mandatory fields, attach a passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and include copies of all necessary documents (self-attested, if required). - Submit the Form:
Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the required documents to the concerned authority. - Obtain Acknowledgment:
Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority, ensuring it includes the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card).
- Address proof.
- Proof of agricultural occupation (e.g., Farmer’s Certificate), if applicable.
- Any other documents as specified by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to provide financial support to farmers for animal husbandry activities to boost livestock development and agricultural productivity. - Who sponsors this scheme?
The scheme is sponsored by the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, Government of Tamil Nadu. - How much financial assistance can a farmer obtain under this scheme?
Financial assistance is available for purchasing animal-driven livestock, such as a loan of ₹20,000 for 2 buffaloes and ₹24,500 for 21 goats. - What is the applicable interest rate for loans under this scheme?
The interest rate ranges from 14.5% to 16.5%, subject to change. - Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
The scheme is available to farmers who are residents of Tamil Nadu and are engaged in animal husbandry. - What documents are required for applying to this scheme?
Applicants must provide identity proof, address proof, and proof of agricultural occupation, among any other documents specified. - Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme?
There is no specific income limit mentioned for this scheme. - Can the loan amount be used for purposes other than animal husbandry?
No, the loan must be used exclusively for animal husbandry activities. - From where can the application form be collected?
The application form can be collected by contacting the Secretary or Special Officer of the Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank. - Whom should farmers contact for more details about the scheme?
Farmers can contact the designated official at the Primary Cooperative Agriculture and Rural Development Bank for additional details. - Is there an age limit for applicants?
There is no specific age limit mentioned in the scheme details.