The scheme Aushadhi Avam Sugandhit Fasal Shetra Vistar is launched by the Horticulture and Food Processing Department, Government of Madhya Pradesh to promote the cultivation of medicinal plants. Under this scheme, farmers receive a subsidy ranging from 20% to 50% to expand the area under medicinal and aromatic crops.
Selected Crops:
• Amla
• Ashvagandha
• Bel
• Koliyas
• Gudamaar
• Kaalamegh
• Saphed moosalee
• Sarpagandha
• Sataavar
• Tulasi
Benefits
• Amla: ₹65,000 per hectare, 20% subsidy → ₹13,000
• Ashvagandha: ₹25,000, 20% → ₹5,000
• Bell: ₹40,000, 50% → ₹20,000
• Koliyas: ₹43,000, 20% → ₹8,600
• Gudamaar: ₹25,000, 20% → ₹5,000
• Kaalamegh: ₹25,000, 20% → ₹5,000
• Saphed moosalee: ₹3,12,500, 20% → ₹62,500
• Sarpagandha: ₹62,500, 50% → ₹31,250
• Sataavar: ₹62,500, 20% → ₹12,500
• Tulasi: ₹30,000, 20% → ₹6,000
Eligibility
• Applicable for all sections
• Farmers with forest rights certificates are eligible
• Grant is payable only once per farmer
• Grant is applicable for a minimum of 0.25 hectare and a maximum of 2.00 hectares
Application Process
Online
• Step 1: Visit the official portal
• Step 2: Click on “New Registration”
• Step 3: Enter your mobile number and click OTP Send
• Step 4: Fill in the details and upload the required documents
• Step 5: Click on Submit
Documents Required
• Photo
• Aadhaar Card
• Khasra Number/B1/Copy of Forest Patta
• Bank Passbook
• Birth Certificate
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Aushadhi Avam Sugandhit Fasal Shetra Vistar?
A: It is a scheme to promote the cultivation of medicinal and aromatic crops by providing financial subsidies to expand the cultivated area.
Q: Which crops are selected under this scheme?
A: The scheme focuses on crops like Amla, Ashvagandha, Bel, Koliyas, Gudamaar, Kaalamegh, Saphed moosalee, Sarpagandha, Sataavar, and Tulasi.
Q: Can a farmer receive the subsidy more than once?
A: No, the grant is payable only once per farmer.
Q: What is the minimum land area required?
A: The grant applies for a minimum of 0.25 hectare and a maximum of 2.00 hectares.
Q: Are farmers with forest rights certificates eligible?
A: Yes, they are eligible to avail the benefits.
Q: How can one apply for the scheme?
A: By registering online on the official portal and following the steps provided.