The Feed Based Fisheries Scheme by the Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Cooperation Department, Government of Jharkhand is designed to boost fish production through feed-based fisheries. This initiative provides financial support in the form of grants for floating fish feed to active fish farmers in districts such as Ranchi, Ramgarh, Koderma, Bokaro, Dhanbad, and Seraikela.
Benefits
• Floating Fish Feed Subsidy: Fish farmers receive a grant covering 50% of the cost or up to ₹22 per kg for fish feed with at least 24% protein content.
• Support for Cage Fish Farmers: Applicable to those using cage systems, Recirculatory Aquaculture Systems (RAS), or Biofloc tanks.
• Support for Biofloc Pond Farmers: Subsidy available for fish feed with a maximum of 2000 kg per pond.
Eligibility
• The applicant must be a fisherman and an active fish farmer.
• Must be engaged in cage fish farming, RAS, or Biofloc systems.
• Should have at least one year of previous crop records.
• Must not be enrolled in other overlapping schemes for the same purpose.
Exclusions
• Applicants not following the prescribed feed purchasing process are not eligible.
• Those lacking GST billing for the feed purchase will be excluded.
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Visit the District Fisheries Office during office hours and request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff.
• Step 2: Fill in all mandatory fields in the application form and attach copies of all required documents (self-attested, if necessary).
• Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Fisheries Office.
• Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the office, ensuring it contains the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number if applicable.
Documents Required
• Identity Proof
• Address Proof
• Bank Account Details
• GST Bill/Invoice for Feed Purchase
• Previous Crop Records
• Certificate from District Fisheries Office
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: The scheme is open to fishermen who are active fish farmers engaged in cage fish farming, RAS, or Biofloc systems with at least one year of previous crop records, and who are not enrolled in overlapping schemes.
Q: How much subsidy is provided under the scheme?
A: Fish farmers receive a 50% grant of the cost of floating fish feed or up to ₹22 per kg.
Q: Can I apply if I do not have GST billing for the feed purchase?
A: No, applicants must have GST billing for the feed purchase to be eligible.
Q: How is the grant disbursed to the applicants?
A: The financial support is provided as a grant, disbursed according to the scheme guidelines.
Q: Can the feed be purchased from any supplier?
A: Purchases must follow the prescribed feed purchasing process specified under the scheme guidelines.
Q: Is the scheme available in all districts of Jharkhand?
A: The scheme is implemented in key districts including Ranchi, Ramgarh, Koderma, Bokaro, Dhanbad, and Seraikela.
Q: What is the maximum quantity of feed I can get under the subsidy?
A: For Biofloc pond farmers, the maximum subsidy is applicable for up to 2000 kg per pond.
Q: What if I am running a Biofloc pond or tank?
A: Farmers using Biofloc systems are eligible for the feed subsidy as specified under the scheme.
Q: How can I apply for the scheme?
A: Apply by visiting the District Fisheries Office to collect and submit the application form offline.
Q: How is the subsidy amount determined?
A: The subsidy is calculated as 50% of the cost of floating fish feed or ₹22 per kg, whichever is lower, for feed with at least 24% protein content.
Q: How can I track the progress of my application?
A: Tracking procedures are managed by the District Fisheries Office; applicants should follow up directly with the office for updates.