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Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom: New Subcomponents: Basic quality testing of spices

Ministry: Ministry Of Commerce And Industry

To promote field-level basic quality testing of spices, enabling farmers to assess produce quality, negotiate better prices, and receive fair value for their produce.

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About This Scheme

The Basic Quality Testing of Spices subcomponent is part of the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom, implemented by the Spices Board, India, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Based on consultations with various R&D institutes, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), and entrepreneurs, it was found that devices for instant basic quality testing, such as moisture content meters and curcumin content testers for turmeric, have been developed and are being used by some groups and institutions. To help farmers assess the basic quality of their spice produce before trading, increase their confidence in negotiating prices, and ensure they receive a fair share for their efforts in improving and maintaining product quality, such devices are required at the field level. The scheme is being implemented in accordance with the modalities and guidelines approved by the Competent Authority under the Integrated Scheme for Export Promotion & Quality Improvement in Spices and Research and Development of Cardamom during the 15th Finance Commission period (2021–22 to 2025–26).

Benefits

₹10.0 L

50% of the cost subject to a maximum of ₹10.00 Lakh for basic quality testing at AMC/APMC yards and 75% for Spice Producer's Groups subjected to maximum of ₹ 15.00 Lakh. Eligibility will be for spice trading centers legally existing spice producing or spice handling or spice trading groups. Assistance will be extended based on MoU with Spices Board.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.

Required Documents

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Aadhaar Card
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Bank Passbook (first page)
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Invoice/Bill for the quality testing device
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Proof of purchase of the quality testing device

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Registration

Step 1: The applicant should visit the ServicesPlus website.

Step 2: Click on the “Register” option on the homepage.

Step 3: Fill out the registration form by entering Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, selecting State, and Captcha.

Step 4: Review all details carefully and submit the registration form.

Step 5: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number or email; enter the OTP and click “Verify.”

Step 6: Registration will be completed successfully, and a confirmation message will be displayed or sent via email.

Login

Step 1: The applicant should visit the ServicesPlus website and click on “Login.”

Step 2: Enter your Email ID, Password, and Captcha.

Step 3: Select the relevant service/scheme name.

Step 4: Fill in the required details in the application form.

Step 5: Submit the application.

Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹10.0 L