The “Plantation Crop Development Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to boost both the area and production of various plantation crops such as arecanut, cashewnut, coconut, pineapple, etc. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance at a 50% subsidy for purchasing high-quality planting materials and polypipes, as well as for the construction of soakage tanks, thereby supporting improved plantation practices in the state.
Benefits
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Subsidy on Planting Materials and Polypipes:
Farmers receive financial assistance at a 50% subsidy for the purchase of planting materials and polypipes. -
Subsidy for Soakage Tank Construction:
Financial assistance is provided at a 50% subsidy for constructing soakage tanks. -
One-Year Assistance:
The support provided under the scheme is available for one year.
Eligibility
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The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya.
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The applicant should be a bona fide farmer engaged in agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 0.2 hectares.
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Benefits are availed on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Application Process (Offline)
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Step 01:
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The eligible farmer should write an application on plain paper.
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Step 02:
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Attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested, if required) along with the application.
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Step 03:
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Submit the duly filled and signed application and documents to the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block or Horticulture Circle.
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Mode of Selection:
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Beneficiaries are selected on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Whom to Contact:
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District Horticulture Officer
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Horticulture Development Officer
Documents Required
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Passport-size photograph
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Identity proof
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Bank passbook/account details
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Documents proving possession of own or leased land
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Any other documents as required by the scheme
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the key objective of the scheme?
To enhance the area and production of plantation crops by providing quality planting materials and infrastructural support like soakage tanks at subsidized rates. -
Which department has launched this scheme?
The scheme is launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. -
What is the type of assistance provided?
Assistance includes a 50% subsidy on the cost of purchasing planting materials and polypipes, as well as a 50% subsidy for constructing soakage tanks. -
What is the pattern of assistance?
The assistance is provided for one year on a first-come, first-serve basis. -
Who can apply for the scheme?
Bona fide farmers residing in Meghalaya who own or lease at least 0.2 hectares of land are eligible. -
How can one apply for the scheme?
Farmers must apply offline by writing an application on plain paper and submitting it along with the required documents to the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of their CD Block or Horticulture Circle. -
What is the beneficiary selection procedure?
Beneficiaries are selected on a first-come, first-serve basis. -
Whom can be contacted for more details?
Contact the District Horticulture Officer or Horticulture Development Officer.