AI SummaryDistribution of Seeds of more productive varieties and Hybrid varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area is a Gujarat state scheme that helps Scheduled Tribe farmers buy 100% soluble chemical fertilizer and nano-fertilizer at a lower cost. Under the 100% Soluble Chemical Fertilizer/Nano Fertilizer component, eligible farmers get a 75% subsidy on FCO-approved inputs, up to ₹750 per hectare, for a maximum of four hectares each year.
The scheme, run by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, is open for the 2026-27 period. Adivasi and Scheduled Tribe farmers living in tribal areas can apply, and tribal cultivators staying outside these designated areas are also covered. The support is meant to lower farming costs and improve crop output across tribal regions of Gujarat.
Distribution of Seeds of More Productive Varieties and Fertilizer to Adivasi Farmers
This scheme supplies support through the Distribution of Seeds of more productive varieties, Hybrid varieties Seeds and fertilizer at subsidies to Adivasi farmers in Tribal Area. The 100% Soluble Chemical Fertilizer/Nano Fertilizer component is one of several parts of the larger scheme, which also covers hybrid seeds, plant protection equipment, tarpaulins, micronutrients, water carrying pipelines, and pump sets.
By covering a big part of the input cost, the scheme helps tribal farmers put less money of their own into every season. This makes modern inputs easier to reach and supports a steady and better harvest for farming families.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Distribution of Seeds of More Productive Varieties and Fertilizer to Adivasi Farmers |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary State | Gujarat |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural & Environment |
| Department | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Fertilizer Subsidy | 75% of purchase price, up to ₹750 per hectare |
| Maximum Land Covered | 4 hectares per beneficiary per year |
| Application Mode | Offline through Gram Sevak |
Benefits
This component directly cuts the cost of buying quality fertilizer. For 100% soluble chemical fertilizers and nano-fertilizers of FCO-approved grade, a farmer gets 75% of the purchase price as subsidy, or up to ₹750 per hectare. The benefit is limited to four hectares per account and can be claimed again every year.
So the yearly saving helps a tribal farmer buy trusted fertilizer without stretching the household budget. For the full terms of this component, check Appendix-1 and refer to scheme number 35.
Eligibility
A farmer should meet these points to get the benefit under this component:
- The applicant should belong to a Scheduled Tribe or Adivasi community.
- The applicant should be actively engaged in farming as the main work.
- The farmer should live in a tribal area, or be a tribal cultivator living outside these designated areas.
- Farmers living in Dang district are not covered under this scheme.
Application Process
The application is done through the offline process, so there is no online form to fill. A farmer needs to visit the Gram Sevak of the village to get guidance and to start the application for the 100% Soluble Chemical Fertilizer/Nano Fertilizer subsidy.
STEP 1 - Visit the Gram Sevak of your village and tell them about your interest in the 100% Soluble Chemical Fertilizer/Nano Fertilizer component.
STEP 2 - Carry your land and identity documents so the eligibility can be checked for the Scheduled Tribe status and farming activity.
STEP 3 - Complete the application with the help of the Gram Sevak and hand over the required documents for the record.
STEP 4 - Keep a note of the reference given by the Gram Sevak and follow up if any more details are asked.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before you apply so the process goes smoothly:
- 7/12 land certificate, which shows the farm land you hold.
- Aadhaar card for identity proof.
- Bank passbook or a cancelled cheque for the account where the benefit will be recorded.
References
View official scheme guidelines here
FAQ's
What is the main aim of this scheme?
The main aim is to help Adivasi farmers raise their crop output and improve their livelihood by giving subsidized farming inputs.
What is covered under the subsidy?
The scheme covers hybrid seeds, chemical and nano-fertilizers, plant protection equipment, tarpaulins, micronutrients, water carrying pipelines, and pump sets.
How much subsidy is given for fertilizer?
A farmer gets 75% of the purchase price, capped at ₹750 per hectare, for up to four hectares.
Can the benefit be claimed every year?
Yes, the benefit for soluble chemical fertilizers and nano-fertilizers is available every year.
Who cannot apply under this scheme?
Scheduled Tribe farmers living in Dang district are not eligible for this scheme.