The scheme, launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, aims to conduct adaptive research trials on various crops. It focuses on testing and validating the adaptability and use of bio-pesticides and bio-agents through research stations and field trials on farmers’ fields.
Benefits
Pattern of Assistance:
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Adaptive Research at Farmers’ Fields:
The scheme facilitates adaptive research trials to evaluate crop performance and the effectiveness of bio-pesticides and bio-agents.
Type of Assistance:
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Training on soil management.
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Provision of Soil Health Cards.
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Conducting soil surveys.
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Other related adaptive research support activities.
Eligibility
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Residency:
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya. -
Farmer Status:
The applicant should be a bona fide farmer actively engaged in agriculture.
Application Process
Mode: Offline
Steps:
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Preparation:
The eligible farmer writes an application on plain paper. -
Document Attachment:
Attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested if required). -
Submission:
Submit the completed and signed application along with the required documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block or Agriculture Circle.
Selection:
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Beneficiaries are chosen on a first come, first serve basis.
Whom to Contact
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District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
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Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned subdivisions.
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District Training Officers, Tura/Shillong.
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Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
Documents Required
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Passport-size photograph.
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Identity proof.
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Documents proving bona fide farmer status.
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Any additional documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the objective of the scheme?
To conduct adaptive research trials on different crops using bio-pesticides and bio-agents, thereby improving crop productivity and sustainability. -
Which department has launched this scheme?
The scheme is launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. -
Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
Permanent resident farmers of Meghalaya actively engaged in agriculture. -
What is the pattern of assistance?
Assistance is provided through adaptive research at farmers’ fields, including training on soil management and related services. -
What is the type of assistance/service?
The scheme supports research activities like soil surveys, providing Soil Health Cards, and training sessions. -
How do you apply for the scheme?
Eligible farmers apply by writing an application on plain paper and submitting it along with the required documents at the designated office. -
What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure?
Farmers are selected on a first come, first serve basis. -
Whom should applicants contact?
They should contact the District Agriculture Officer, Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officer, District Training Officer (e.g., at Tura/Shillong), or the Agricultural Development Officer at the respective Community and Rural Development Block.