Mushroom Production and Marketing Scheme
The scheme aims to promote mushroom cultivation among farmers by providing subsidized inputs, training, and support for marketing, thereby increasing their income and encouraging entrepreneurship in the sector.
About This Scheme
Benefits
Under this scheme, the following assistance is provided:
Pasteurized compost is provided at a 50% subsidy on the total cost, up to a maximum of 50 quintals per beneficiary. Similarly, mushroom spawn (seed) is provided at a 50% subsidy on the total cost, up to a maximum of 25 kg per beneficiary. No cash is given; the pasteurized compost and spawn are provided directly by the department.
₹1.1K
Seven-day training for mushroom growers is provided (₹1,050/- per beneficiary), of which ₹700/- is transferred to the beneficiary’s account through DBT, and ₹350/- is used for training materials and related expenses.
Farmers/mushroom growers who produce mushrooms under the scheme can sell their produce in local markets or mandis.
Eligibility
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Required Documents
- ✦Land related documents
- ✦Aadhaar card
- ✦PAN card
- ✦Bank account details
- ✦Details of expected income from mushroom cultivation
- ✦Certificates of any previous training in mushroom cultivation
✦ Required ◦ Optional
How to Apply
Quick Info
- Level
- Central Government
- Max benefit
- ₹1.1K