National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc.
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
The scheme component "Planting Materials" launched under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm" scheme aims to increase oil palm production in the state and reduce dependency on imports through financial assistance to farmers for procuring planting materials.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant should be a farmer. - The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
> Registration Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Portal. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side, then click on "Beneficiary Registration" and select any one from the &39;Farmer&39; or &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. Step 3: Select the District, Taluka, and Village, choose &39;what type of account holder you are?&39;, enter your Account Number and Name, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Save and Next&39;. Step 4: Enter your Mobile Number and Email address, click &39;Send OTP&39;, enter the received OTP, create and confirm a Password, solve the Captcha, and click &39;Submit&39;. > Login Process: Step 1: The applicant may visit and apply online at the <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="I-Khedut" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/ nis:enabled=true/> Portal. Step 2: Click on &39;Login&39; from the top right-hand side of the homepage. On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Agricultural Schemes’. Step 3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button, and an application page will open. Step 4: Click on the "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step 5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step 6: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step 7: Take a printout of the confirmed application. > Contact Us: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Click here" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx nis:enabled=true/>
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card. Land Record 7-12 and 8-A. Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque. Caste Certificate (if applicable). Disability Certificate from Competent Authority (if applicable).
FAQs
What is the objective of the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
The objective of the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme is to increase the production of oil palm in Gujarat by providing financial assistance for procuring planting materials, thereby reducing the state’s dependence on importing oil palm from abroad.
Who implements the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
The "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme is implemented by the Agriculture Department, Government of Gujarat, to ensure the effective delivery of subsidies and support to eligible farmers.
Who is eligible to benefit from the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
All farmers in Gujarat are eligible to benefit from the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme.
What type of financial assistance is provided under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
Under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme, farmers receive a subsidy of ₹20,000/- per hectare for locally sourced planting materials and ₹29,000/- per hectare for imported plants, which also covers the transportation cost.
Are there any conditions for obtaining seedlings under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
Yes, the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme mandates that the seedlings must be obtained from nurseries of companies that are approved and operating under the Oil Palm Scheme.
Is there a limit on how often a farmer can receive benefits under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
Yes, the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme has a re-benefit time limit, which is determined according to the landholding size of the cultivator.
Can farmers from outside Gujarat apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
No, the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme is specifically designed for farmers within the state of Gujarat, and farmers from other states are not eligible.
How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme?
Eligible farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting the iKhedut portal, filling out the application form online, uploading the required documents, and submitting it for departmental verification.
What documents are required to apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme?
Applicants for the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials" scheme are required to submit their Aadhaar Card, Land Records 7-12 and 8-A, Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque, and if applicable, a Caste Certificate or Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority.
Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Planting Materials"?
There is no income limit specified under the scheme guideline, meaning that farmers of all income levels can apply for the financial assistance provided they fulfil the other eligibility requirements.