The Vegetable Development Scheme in Meghalaya is aimed at promoting vegetable production by providing high-yield variety (HYV) seeds, hybrids, improved or open-pollinated seedlings, and horticultural tools to farmers. In addition, the scheme supports off-season and high-value vegetable production through protected cultivation via poly houses, and offers assistance in trellis making for crops such as squash and other creeper vegetables. This initiative is designed to enhance productivity, improve incomes, and modernize vegetable cultivation practices among small and marginal farmers in the state.
Key Benefits
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Seed/Seedling and Garden Tools Subsidy:
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Farmers receive these inputs at a 50% sales subsidy.
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Poly House Assistance:
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100% assistance is provided for establishing poly houses, covering up to 100 sqm per unit area.
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Trellis Making Support:
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Assistance for constructing trellises using locally available materials (e.g., bamboo) is provided at ₹10,000 per 200 sqm per beneficiary.
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Demonstration and Training:
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Demonstrations on improved vegetable cultivation methods are provided at a rate of ₹2,600 per farmer.
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Eligibility
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Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya. -
Farmer Profile:
The scheme is targeted at small and marginal farmers who possess sufficient cultivable land. -
Selection:
Benefits are granted on a first come, first serve basis.
Application Process
Mode: Offline
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Prepare Application:
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A bonafide farmer should write an application on plain paper.
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Attach Documents:
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Attach self-attested copies of all mandatory documents.
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Submit:
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Submit the completed application and documents to the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of the relevant CD Block or Horticulture Circle.
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Documents Required
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Passport-size photograph.
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Identity proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
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Bank passbook or account details.
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Proof of being a small or marginal farmer (land records, etc.).
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Any other documents as required by the authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the objective of the scheme?
To promote vegetable production using quality seeds/seedlings, modern cultivation methods, and to support the establishment of protected cultivation (poly houses) and trellis systems for improved vegetable productivity. -
Which department launched this scheme?
The Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. -
Who is eligible to apply?
Resident small and marginal farmers in Meghalaya who have sufficient cultivable land. -
What type of assistance is provided?
The scheme provides a 50% sales subsidy on seeds/seedlings and garden tools, full financial support for setting up poly houses (up to 100 sqm per unit), and subsidizes trellis construction costs. -
How can a farmer avail the benefits?
By writing and submitting a completed application form along with the required documents to the nearest Horticulture Development Officer. -
What is the beneficiary selection procedure?
Applications are processed on a first come, first serve basis. -
Whom to contact for queries?
Farmers should contact the local Horticulture Development Officer or the District Horticulture Officer for further clarification.