To Provide Financial Assistance to the Farmers Practicing Natural Farming Under the Completely Chemical Free Dang District
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Animal husbandry
Target Beneficiaries
Individual
Brief Description
This scheme provides financial assistance to farmers practicing natural farming in the completely chemical-free Dang district to promote sustainable agriculture, increase productivity, and ensure environmental conservation.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant farmer must own at least one indigenous cow, with or without an identification tag, at the time of application. 1. Only one beneficiary is allowed per farmer family (a farmer family includes husband, wife, and minor children listed on the barcoded ration card). 1. The applicant must be practicing natural farming on a minimum of 20 Guntha (0.5 acres) and a maximum of 2 hectares of agricultural land. 1. The applicant must be registered under natural farming by: - An APEDA/NPOP recognized organization, or - Registered by September 2021 through the appropriate authority.
Application Mode
Online
Application Process
Step-1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ nis:enabled=true/> Step-2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’. Step-3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open. Step-4: Click on "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 print out of the online application and submit it to the Gram Sevak/BTM/ATM/Project Director-Aatma with the necessary documents listed in the application. Step-8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx" nis:value=https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx nis:enabled=true/> > Contact Us: <nis:link nis:type=webUrl nis:id=slugId nis:text="Click here." nis:value=https://gauseva.gujarat.gov.in/Home/Address nis:enabled=true/>
Required Documents
- Proof of land ownership.
- Barcoded ration card.
- Proof of natural farming registration (APEDA/NPOP).
- Guarantee letter from the farmer.
- Any other documents as required.
FAQs
What is the objective of this scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to farmers practicing natural farming in the completely chemical-free Dang district to promote sustainable agriculture, increase productivity, and ensure environmental conservation.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A farmer who practices natural farming in the completely chemical-free Dang district and owns at least one indigenous cow is eligible to apply.
Is it mandatory for the farmer's cow to have an identification tag?
No, the farmer's cow can be with or without an identification tag to qualify for the scheme.
What is the maximum area of land that a farmer can claim assistance for?
A farmer can receive financial assistance for a maximum of 2 hectares of land under this scheme.
Can both the husband and wife from the same family apply for the scheme?
No, only one member of a farmer family listed in the barcoded ration card (either husband or wife, or their minor children) is eligible to receive assistance.
How much financial support does the scheme provide to a new beneficiary?
A new beneficiary can receive ₹10,000/- per hectare for the first year- ₹5,000/- for the Kharif season and ₹5,000/- for the Rabi and Summer seasons.
How much assistance is provided to a farmer who has already received benefits in the previous year?
An old beneficiary is eligible to receive ₹6,000/- per hectare - ₹3,000/- for Kharif and ₹3,000/- for Rabi and Summer.
Are farmers who started natural farming before Kharif 2020 eligible for this scheme?
No, farmers who began natural farming before the Kharif 2020 season are not eligible for the scheme.
What happens if a farmer possesses a PGS–Green/Organic Certificate (C2/C3)?
A farmer who already holds a PGS–Green/Organic Certificate is not eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme.
How is the authenticity of the cow and farming practices verified?
The cow and the farmer’s natural farming practices are verified through a field visit conducted by an authorized team appointed by the Project Director, ATMA.
Where can a farmer apply for this scheme?
A farmer can apply for the scheme through the official iKhedut portal.
What is the process if the number of applicants exceeds the scheme’s target?
If applications exceed the target, the selection of beneficiaries is done through a random draw via the iKhedut portal.