Launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, this scheme provides training to enhance farmers’ skills and to impart updated agricultural technologies to departmental functionaries. It includes periodic awareness programmes and training sessions to build capacity in modern agriculture.
Benefits
• Pattern of Assistance: Conduct trainings and awareness programmes for farmers and departmental staff.
Eligibility
• Applicant must be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
• Must be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
Application Process
Offline
• Step 1: Approach the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a Community Development Block or Agriculture Circle.
• Selection: Beneficiaries are selected on a first come, first serve basis.
• Whom to Contact:
– District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts
– Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers
– 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 being a farmer
• Any other document as required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: To enhance the skills of farmers and update agricultural technologies among departmental functionaries through regular training and awareness programmes.
Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya.
Q: Who is eligible to apply under this scheme?
A: Permanent resident, bonafide farmers of Meghalaya.
Q: What is the pattern of assistance provided?
A: The scheme conducts training sessions and awareness programmes.
Q: How does one apply for the scheme?
A: By approaching the nearest Agriculture Development Officer at a Community Development Block or Agriculture Circle.
Q: What is the beneficiary selection procedure?
A: Beneficiaries are selected on a first come, first serve basis.
Q: Whom should one contact for more details?
A: Contact the District Agriculture Officers, Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers, District Training Officers (Tura/Shillong), or Agricultural Development Officers of the respective blocks.