Protect Your Crops with Polyhouses: 50% Government Subsidy Available

Key Highlights

• 50% government subsidy for polyhouses.
• Protects crops from extreme heat.
• Costs Rs 935 per square meter, Rs 467 subsidized.
• Reduces pests, and saves 90% of water.
• Enhances crop yields and farmer income.

In the face of severe heat waves, farmers can now protect their crops using polyhouse technology. The state government is offering a 50% subsidy for farmers who build polyhouses. This means farmers can set up polyhouses at half the usual cost and grow fruits and vegetables safely inside.

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Government Encouragement for Protected Cultivation

The state government is promoting protected cultivation to help farmers save their crops from weather damage. Through the Horticulture Development Scheme, farmers are encouraged to use polyhouses and shade nets. By adopting this technology, farmers can achieve better yields and increase their income.

Subsidy Details for Polyhouses and Shade Nets

Farmers can receive a 50% subsidy for constructing polyhouses or shade nets. The cost per square meter for setting up a polyhouse is Rs 935, with a subsidy of Rs 467 per square meter. For shade nets, the cost per square meter is Rs 710, and the subsidy is Rs 355 per square meter.

Cost Breakdown for Building a Polyhouse

If a farmer builds a polyhouse over 100 square meters, the total cost is Rs 93,500. With a 50% subsidy, the farmer will receive Rs 46,700 from the government and only need to pay Rs 46,700 from their own pocket. This makes it much more affordable to implement protected farming.

Benefits of Polyhouse and Shade Net Farming

Using polyhouses or shade nets offers numerous benefits as mentioned below:

• Reduced pest incidences that lead to better yields.
• The temperature inside is 3 to 5 degrees lower than outside, protecting crops from extreme heat.
• Drip irrigation in polyhouses saves about 90% of water.
• Polyhouses can withstand winds up to 70-80 km/h, preventing plant damage.
• Year-round safe cultivation of fruits and vegetables.
• Potential to double farmer’s income.

Applying for the Subsidy

Farmers in Bihar can apply for the subsidy online through the Horticulture Department’s official website. Here’s how:

1. Visit [Horticulture Department Bihar](https://horticulture.bihar.gov.in/).
2. Click on the “Protected Farming Scheme RKVY” option on the homepage.
3. Fill out the form with the required information.
4. Upload the necessary documents.
5. Submit the form.

Contact Information for More Details

For more information on the polyhouse subsidy scheme, visit the official website of the Bihar Agriculture Department Directorate. You can also contact the Assistant Director of the Horticulture Department in your district.

Important Links

• Apply for Polyhouse Subsidy in Bihar: [Horticulture Department Bihar](https://horticulture.bihar.gov.in/)
• Apply for Polyhouse Subsidy in Rajasthan: [Raj Kisan Rajasthan](https://rajkisan.rajasthan.gov.in/Rajkisanweb/Kisan)

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CMV360 Says

Polyhouses offer a crucial solution for farmers facing extreme heat, ensuring crop protection and improved yields. The state government’s 50% subsidy under the Horticulture Development Scheme makes this technology accessible and affordable. Farmers can significantly boost their income by adopting polyhouse and shade net farming. For more details and to apply for the subsidy, visit the official websites of the Horticulture Departments in Bihar and Rajasthan.