Bio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme supports farmers in Meghalaya by providing bio control agents like Trichoderma and Trichogramma for organic plant health management. The scheme, run by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, gives these agents free to bonafide farmers and remains open for applications in 2026.
Bio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme is a State Plan scheme managed by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. It focuses on producing bio control agents, including Trichoderma and Trichogramma, and distributing them to farmers to manage crop health organically. By giving these agents free, the government encourages the adoption of organic farming practices across the state.
Bio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme - Introduction
The main aim of the scheme is to produce bio control agents and give them to farmers as awareness and demonstration for organic plant health management. This helps promote organic crop production in Meghalaya. Farmers get the agents free so they can try safer, chemical-free ways to protect their crops.
The scheme is sponsored by the state and implemented by the Directorate of Agriculture. It has been running since March 1, 2013, and the official pages were updated as of August 2026, which shows the scheme is still in force.
Key Information
| Key | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Bio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual farmers |
| Beneficiary State | Meghalaya |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural and Environment |
| Benefit Type | In kind |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Agriculture Department |
| Implementing Agency | Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya |
Benefits
Eligible farmers get the following support under this scheme:
- Free distribution of bio control agents such as Trichoderma and Trichogramma produced in the laboratory, so farmers can use them without any cost.
- Bio agents given as awareness and demonstration material to help farmers learn and adopt organic methods of plant health management.
The government provides these bio control agents at no cost to help popularize and adopt organic ways of protecting crops across Meghalaya.
Eligibility
To get the benefit of this scheme, a farmer should meet the following requirements:
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer actively involved in agricultural activities.
- The farmer should have sufficient cultivable land available for the demonstration of bio agents.
Application Process
Farmers can apply for this scheme through an offline process. The steps are simple and done on plain paper.
STEP 1 - Write a formal application on a plain sheet of paper stating the request for bio control agents.
STEP 2 - Prepare copies of all the required documents to attach with the application.
STEP 3 - Submit the signed application and documents to the Agriculture Development Officer at the nearest CD Block or Agriculture Circle office.
Selection Process: The authorities select eligible farmers on a first come first served basis, provided the farmer has sufficient cultivable land.
Documents
Make sure the following documents are ready before applying:
- Passport-size photograph
- Identity proof
- Proof of ownership or access to sufficient cultivable land
- Any other relevant documents asked by the department
References
Official Scheme Page - Meghalaya Agriculture Department
Meghalaya Government Portal - Bio Control Laboratory
FAQs on Agriculture Schemes Document
FAQ's
What is the objective of the scheme?
The main aim is to produce bio control agents like Trichoderma and Trichogramma and distribute them to farmers for organic plant health management and crop production.
Which department manages this scheme?
The Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, implements this scheme.
What type of assistance is provided?
Farmers get free distribution of bio control agents produced in the laboratory to help them adopt safer plant health management methods.
Who is eligible to apply?
Any bonafide farmer who owns or manages cultivable land and is involved in agriculture can apply.
How do I apply for the benefits?
Submit a plain paper application to the District Agriculture Officer through the local Agriculture Development Officer or the Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the area.
How are beneficiaries selected?
The department selects beneficiaries on a first come first served basis, depending on the availability of the bio control materials.
Whom should I contact for more details?
Contact the District Agriculture Officers, Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers, District Training Officers in Tura or Shillong, or the local Agricultural Development Officers in the CD Block.