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Makhana Beej Vitaran
The scheme aims to boost farmers' income by improving the production and productivity of Makhana in 11 districts of Bihar through the distribution of high-quality seeds at subsidized rates.
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About This Scheme
“Makhana Beej Vitaran” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, aims to enhance Makhana cultivation and increase farmers' earnings. Under this scheme, improved seed varieties such as Swarn Vaidehi and Sabour Makhana-1, developed by Bihar Agricultural University, are distributed to farmers in 11 districts of Bihar. The scheme is to be implemented in 10 districts of the state under Schedule 1, 2 and 3 of the approval order, namely, Katihar, Purnia, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Kishanganj, Supaul, Araria, Madhepura, Saharsa and Khagaria.
Benefits
₹5.0K
Subsidized Seeds: Seeds of recommended varieties will be made available to farmers at the rate of 30 Kg/Ha. - For Swarn Vaidehi variety: ₹4,950/- will be given as a subsidy (75%). - For Sabour Makhana-1 variety: ₹5,737.50/- will be given as a subsidy (75%).
Eligibility
Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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Required Documents
- ✦> For DBT Registration Process:
- ✦Aadhaar Details (Should be linked with mobile number).
- ✦Passport Size Photo.
- ✦Farmer details.
- ✦Land information.
- ✦Bank account.
- ✦> For the Online Application of the Scheme:
- ✦Passport Size Photo.
- ✦[Contract form](https://horticulture.bihar.gov.in/HortMIS/AreaExpansionStateScheme/Documents/SchemeDocuments/Ekrarnama.pdf) ( for non-ryot farmers). 1. Land-ownership/ revenue receipt (If applicable).
- ✦> Note: If the applicant's name is not clear in the land-ownership/ revenue receipt, it will be mandatory to attach the genealogy along with the land-ownership/ revenue receipt.
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
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Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹5.0K