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Use of Advanced Drone Technology (Agriculture Aircraft) in Agriculture Sector

The scheme "Use of Advanced Drone Technology (Agriculture Aircraft) in Agriculture Sector" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Dept., Gujarat, aims to promote the use of advanced drone technology for spraying crop protection chemicals and bio-fertilizers, etc.

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About This Scheme

The "Use of Advanced Drone Technology (Agriculture Aircraft) in Agriculture Sector" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to promote the use of advanced drone technology for spraying crop protection chemicals, nano urea, FCO-approved liquid fertilizers, and bio-fertilizers. This technology increases efficiency, saves time and water, and reduces environmental pollution. Drones can spray 1 hectare in 20 minutes using 25 liters of water, ensuring 90% chemical efficiency and reducing pollution. The scheme offers 90% financial assistance (up to ₹500/- per acre per spraying), with a limit of 5 acres per account.

Benefits

₹500

Name of Scheme and Standard of assistanceFinancial Provision(Rs. In lakh)Implementing Agency/officeUse of advanced Drone technology (agriculture aircraft) in agriculture sector 1) 90% of the cost or a maximum of Rs. 500/- whichever is less will be admissible per acre/per spraying₹500.00/-IFFCO or Subsidiary Organisation/Co-operative Organisation/Farmers Producer Organization (FPO)/Farmer Producing Company (FPC) designated by IFFCOAssistance will be admissible to a maximum of five acres per spraying per account.₹500.00/-Directorate of Agriculture (through i-Khedut Portal)

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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Aadhar Card (Mandatory).
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Land Ownership Documents (minimum 1 acre) (Mandatory).
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Bank Passbook and Cancelled Cheque (for financial transactions) (Mandatory).
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Certified Purchase Bill of Equipment/Items (Mandatory).
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Signed Online Application Form (from i-Khedut Portal) (Mandatory).
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Any other document if required.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Quick Info

Level: Central Government
Max benefit: ₹500