The “Farmers Training Institute Scheme” is a State Plan Scheme implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. Its objective is to provide training to farmers at the village level on updated and innovative agriculture technology. The training institute facilitates exposure visits for farmers to agriculturally advanced states as well as within and outside the state.
Benefits
• Pattern of Assistance:
– Specialized training sessions at the training center, including practical field training.
– Exposure programmes and field tours for farmer groups.
• Type of Assistance:
– Assistance in training and capacity building, including sponsoring progressive or award-winning farmers for exposure trips both within and outside the state.
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya.
• Must be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Eligible bonafide farmers write an application on plain paper.
• Step 2: Attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents.
• Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application with the relevant documents at the office of the District Agriculture Officer and District Training Officer.
Mode of Selection:
• Beneficiaries are selected on a first come, first served basis among farmers with sufficient available cultivable land.
Whom to Contact
• District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts.
• Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned subdivisions.
• District Training Officers (Tura/Shillong).
• Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.
Documents Required
• Passport-size photograph
• Identity Proof
• Documents proving sufficient available cultivable land
• Any other document as required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: To provide updated agricultural technology training and exposure visits to enhance farmers’ skills and knowledge.
Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: The scheme is launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya.
Q: What is the type of assistance/entitlement provided?
A: The scheme provides specialized training, capacity building, and sponsorship for exposure trips.
Q: What is the pattern of assistance?
A: Assistance includes training sessions at the institute, field tours, and exposure programmes.
Q: Who can apply for the benefit of the scheme?
A: Permanent resident, bonafide farmers of Meghalaya.
Q: How do I apply for the benefits of the scheme?
A: By writing an offline application, attaching the required documents, and submitting it to the District Agriculture and Training Officers.
Q: What is the beneficiary selection procedure?
A: Selection is on a first come, first served basis among eligible farmers with sufficient cultivable land.