Sub mission on Seeds and Planting Material
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Agricultural Inputs- seeds, fertilizer etc.,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Individual,Government Organisation,Registered Societies,University / Institution
Brief Description
The scheme aims to increase the production of certified/quality seed; strengthen Seed Testing Laboratories; assist Seed Producing Institutes for the adoption of new technologies, ensuring farmers get quality seeds at the right time and reasonable prices.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must belong to one of the following categories: all categories of farmers, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers&39; Producer Organisations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, or Government enterprises. 1. The applicant must attach land records along with the application form. 1. The applicant must have their own bank account.
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 Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. 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: Enter the &39;Company Name&39; and Address if you have selected &39;Institutional&39; or &39;Except For the Farmer&39; as the Beneficiary Type. And for all 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 E-mail 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 Portal" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/>. 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
- Address Proof
- Land Records
- Bank Account Details
FAQs
What are the main goals of this scheme?
The main goals include increasing certified/quality seed production, strengthening Seed Testing Laboratories, assisting Seed Producing Institutes, developing seed industry infrastructure, improving seed quality, enhancing capacity building for seed production, and creating a Seed Bank for adverse natural calamities.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
All categories of farmers, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, and Government enterprises are eligible beneficiaries.
What kind of help is available under the Seed Village Programme?
Under the Seed Village Programme, help is provided for distributing foundation and certified seed needed for 1 acre of land.
How much of the cost is covered for cereal crops under the Seed Village Programme?
For cereal crops, the scheme covers 50% of the cost.
How much of the cost is covered for pulse, oilseeds, green manure & fodder crops under the Seed Village Programme?
For pulse, oilseeds, green manure & fodder crops, the scheme covers 60% of the cost.
What is the shortest time I need to wait to claim benefits from the Seed Village Programme?
The minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits under the Seed Village Programme is 2 years.
How is support given for improving seed quality control laboratories?
Support for strengthening seed quality control laboratories is given on a project basis.
Which organizations can get support for strengthening seed quality control laboratories?
State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, and Government enterprises can get this support.
Are Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs) allowed to apply for this scheme?
Yes, Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs) are among the eligible applicants for this scheme.
How is support given for setting up seed infrastructure facilities (SPP)?
Support for the creation of seed infrastructure facility (SPP) is provided on a project basis.
Are State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) eligible to receive benefits from this scheme?
Yes, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) are eligible to receive benefits, especially for strengthening seed quality control laboratories.