The Development and Maintenance of Orchard Cum Horti Nurseries scheme is initiated by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. Its main goal is to promote the production and multiplication of high-yielding, disease-free planting materials on government farms, which are later distributed to farmers through the District Horticulture Officer.
Benefits
Pattern of Assistance
- Training and awareness programs
- Extension services
- Technology support for modern horticultural practices
Type of Assistance
- Production and multiplication of good-quality planting materials for sale
- Introduction of high-yielding mother plant varieties suitable for different agro-climatic zones in Meghalaya
Eligibility
- Applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya
- Must be a bonafide farmer engaged in agricultural activities
- Should own or lease land with a minimum area of 200 sq. meters
Application Process
Offline Mode
Step 1: Write an application on plain paper (must be a bonafide farmer)
Step 2: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents
Step 3: Submit the filled application to the nearest Horticulture Development Officer at the CD Block or Horticulture Circle
Selection Procedure
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Beneficiaries will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis
Whom to Contact
- District Horticulture Officer
- Horticulture Development Officer
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Identity proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Bank passbook or account details
- Proof of land ownership or lease documents
- Any other relevant documents as required by the department
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the key objective of the scheme?
To produce and supply disease-free, high-yielding planting materials to farmers and promote horticulture in Meghalaya.
Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya.
Q: What is the type of assistance/service?
Supply of good-quality planting material, training, and awareness for horticultural practices.
Q: What is the pattern of assistance?
Technical support, extension activities, and introduction of new high-yielding varieties.
Q: Who can apply for the scheme?
Bonafide farmers who are residents of Meghalaya and own or lease land of at least 200 sq.m.
Q: How to apply for the scheme?
Apply offline by submitting a plain paper application with necessary documents to the nearest Horticulture office.
Q: What is the beneficiaries’ selection procedure?
Selection is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Q: Whom to contact?
District Horticulture Officer or Horticulture Development Officer.