Farmers to Receive Rs 3900 Bonus and Subsidy for Cultivating Certain Crops

Key Highlights

• Farmers are to receive a Rs 3900 per hectare subsidy for coarse grains.
• Additional Rs 1,000 per quintal bonus on MSP for coarse grains.
• Zero percent interest loans are available for the Rabi and Kharif seasons.
• The scheme encourages the cultivation of water-saving crops like jowar and bajra.
• Required documents include Aadhaar, income certificate, and land papers.

The government is encouraging farmers to grow crops that require less water instead of traditional ones. To support this, a new scheme, Rani Durgavati Shri Anna Protsahan Yojana, has been introduced, offering bonuses and subsidies for cultivating coarse grains like jowar, bajra, kodo-kutki, and ragi. Here's what farmers need to know about the benefits and how to apply.

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Government Push for Water-Saving Crops

The Rani Durgavati Shri Anna Protsahan Yojana aims to promote coarse grain cultivation, which requires less water. This scheme is part of a broader effort to help farmers shift away from water-intensive crops. Farmers growing these grains will receive financial incentives, including an additional subsidy for cultivating kodo-kutki.

Key Decisions from Cabinet Meeting

At a recent cabinet meeting in Damoh, chaired by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, a decision was made to provide a bonus of Rs 3900 per hectare under this scheme. This bonus will be paid directly to farmer’s bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) alongside the minimum support price (MSP) for kodo-kutki. This scheme will be implemented for the 2024-25 crop season.

Zero-Interest Loans for Farmers

In addition to the bonus and subsidy, the cabinet also decided to continue offering short-term crop loans at zero percent interest for the 2024-25 season. Farmers will benefit from interest-free loans provided by cooperative banks, available for both the Rabi and Kharif seasons. Farmers who repay these loans on time will also receive a subsidy.

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Bonus and Subsidy for Coarse Grains

Farmers cultivating coarse grains under the Rani Durgavati Shri Anna Protsahan Yojana will receive a bonus of Rs 1,000 per quintal for purchases made at MSP. In addition to this bonus, an extra Rs 3900 per hectare subsidy will be given for the cultivation of these grains. This financial assistance aims to benefit farmers and promote sustainable farming practices.

Documents Required for Application

To apply for the Rani Durgavati Shri Anna Protsahan Yojana, farmers will need to submit the following documents:

• Aadhaar card
• Residence certificate
• Age certificate
• Income certificate
• Land ownership documents
• Passport-sized photo
• The mobile number linked to Aadhaar
• Bank passbook copy

How to Apply

Currently, farmers in Madhya Pradesh are waiting for further details on how to apply for the scheme. While the decision to launch the scheme has been made, the government has not yet released an official website for applications. Stay tuned for updates on how and when to apply.

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CMV360 Says

The Rani Durgavati Shri Anna Protsahan Yojana offers farmers in Madhya Pradesh significant financial support through bonuses and subsidies for cultivating coarse grains. With water-saving crops and zero-interest loans, this scheme aims to promote sustainable farming and improve farmer’s income in the state.