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Plant Protection Scheme

The objective of the scheme is to control pests and diseases including weeds and rodents of horticultural crops by the distribution of bio-pesticides/Bio-agents and equipment at 50% subsidy.

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About This Scheme

The scheme Plant Protection Scheme was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to control pests and diseases including weeds and rodents of horticultural crops by the distribution of bio-pesticides/Bio-agents and equipment at 50% subsidy.

Benefits

Pattern of Assistance:

Supply of Bio-pesticides/Bio-agents and equipment at 50% subsidy.

Type of Assistance:

1. Free distribution of Bio-pesticides/Bio-agents.

2. 50% subsidy sale on Plant protection equipment.

Eligibility

Note: You may be eligible based on the information shown. Please verify the official eligibility requirements before applying.
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    The applicant/farmer should be a resident of Meghalaya.

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    The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in Agriculture, possessing own or leased land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.

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    Note: The applicant farmer can avail of the benefits of the scheme on a first come first serve basis.

Required Documents

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    Passport-size photograph
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    Identity Proof
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    Bank passbook/account details
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    Documents proof of possessing own or leased land
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    Any other document as required

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

IIn-person
Application Process:

Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.

Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at your nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.

Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):

Bonafide farmers on a first come first serve basis.

Whom to Contact:

1. District Horticulture Officer

2. Horticulture Development Officer.