The scheme, launched by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer’s Welfare, Union Territory of Puducherry, provides financial assistance to farmers cultivating horticulture crops such as Mango, Guava, and Sapota through various support mechanisms. Eligible farmers with authenticated land records or farmer’s identity cards can avail of:
• One-Time Assistance for crop planting
• Bi-annual Assistance (covering two seasons per year – Thai and Aadi Pattams)
• Annual Assistance for specific crops
The subsidy is disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after expenditure sanction, and the final list of beneficiaries is displayed on the notice board of Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.
Benefits
• One-Time Assistance:
– Mango: ₹12,250
– Guava: ₹5,830
– Sapota: ₹2,300
– Other fruits (not under NHM): ₹25,000
• Bi-annual Assistance (Two Seasons – Thai and Aadi Pattams):
– Hybrid Vegetables: ₹5,000
– Country Vegetables: ₹12,500
– Winter Vegetables: ₹18,750
• Annual Assistance:
– Coconut: ₹7,500
– Tapioca: ₹12,500
– Betel Vine: ₹1,500 per unit (not exceeding ₹50,000 per hectare)
Eligibility
• Open to all categories of farmers possessing farmer’s identity cards or authenticated land records/documents.
• Farmers must comply with verification by Agricultural Officers (Horticulture) during periodic field inspections.
• Both land-owning (ryot) and non-ryot farmers (on contract basis) can avail benefits based on submitted documents.
Application Process
Offline & Online
Step 1:
• Visit the Uzhavar Uthaviyagam (Farmers’ Help Centres) during office hours and request the hard copy of the prescribed application form from the Agricultural Officer.
Step 2:
• Fill in all mandatory fields, paste a passport-sized photograph (signed if required), and attach copies of all mandatory documents (self-attested as needed).
Step 3:
• Submit the completed and signed application form along with documents to the respective Agricultural Officers at the Uzhavar Uthaviyagam.
Step 4:
• Upon receipt, an entry is made in the application register and a unique identification number is assigned for all further references and acknowledgment.
Documents Required
• Aadhaar Card
• Cultivable Land Details (Ownership/Lease documents)
• Farmer Identity Card
• FMB Field Map
– For land-owning farmers: A copy of the identity card showing survey numbers and land extent; if no card is issued, submit a copy of the land document (sale/partition/gift deed or will).
– For tenant farmers: A letter of consent from the land-owning institution (e.g., religious institutions/Wakfs/Mutts/Trusts/Municipalities) and a cultivation certificate from the land owner or the Agriculture/Revenue Department.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Where are applications invited for the scheme?
A: Applications are invited at Uzhavar Uthaviyagams (Farmers’ Help Centres).
Q: What is required for tenants cultivating lands owned by religious institutions?
A: Tenants must provide a letter of consent from the authority of the institution as prescribed by the Department.
Q: What documentation is needed if no farmer identity card is issued?
A: A copy of the land document (sale deed, partition deed, gift deed, or will) must be submitted.
Q: Where can the final list of beneficiaries be found?
A: The final list is displayed on the notice board of the Uzhavar Uthaviyagams.
Q: How is the subsidy amount disbursed?
A: The subsidy amount is transferred directly to the beneficiary’s account through DBT.
Q: What are the eligible subsidy amounts for Bi-annual Assistance covering Thai and Aadi Pattams?
A:
– Hybrid Vegetables: ₹5,000 per season
– Country Vegetables: ₹12,500 per season
– Winter Vegetables: ₹18,750 per season
Q: Which crops fall under the Annual Assistance category?
A: Annual Assistance covers Coconut, Tapioca, and Betel Vine.
Q: What benefits are provided under the One-Time Assistance category?
A: Benefits include ₹12,250 for Mango, ₹5,830 for Guava, ₹2,300 for Sapota, and ₹25,000 for other fruits not covered under the NHM scheme.
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: To incentivize and support the cultivation of horticulture crops by providing financial assistance that enhances production and profitability.
Q: Who approves the final list of beneficiaries?
A: The final list is approved by the Agricultural Officers (Horticulture) and displayed at the Uzhavar Uthaviyagams for social auditing.
Q: Where is the provisional list of beneficiaries placed and for how long?
A: The provisional list is placed on the notice board of the Uzhavar Uthaviyagams for a period as specified by the department (typically until final verification).
Q: How is the subsidy amount calculated?
A: It is based on the unit cost of the crop and assistance category (One-Time, Bi-annual, or Annual), disbursed over the specified period in accordance with the scheme norms.
Sources and References
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Citizen’s Charter
• Application Form
• Contact Us
• Grievance Redressal
• Track Your Application