Krushy Aranya Protsaha Yojana (KAPY) is a Karnataka Forest Department agroforestry scheme launched in 2011-12 to help farmers increase green cover on their land. Farmers receive subsidized seedlings from government nurseries and earn cash incentives of up to ₹125 per surviving tree over three years. Registration is open at local Range Forest Offices ahead of every monsoon season.
Krushy Aranya Protsaha Yojana aims to restore and expand forest and tree cover across Karnataka by offering affordable seedlings. Eligible people contribute to the environment while also gaining long-term benefits from their trees.
Participants must nurture their seedlings for three years to earn performance-based incentives. For every surviving tree, you will receive ₹35 after the first year, ₹40 after the second year, and ₹50 after the third year. This totals ₹125 per surviving tree, which helps cover your initial planting and maintenance costs.
For example, if Ramesh, a farmer, plants 100 seedlings and keeps them healthy for three years, he can earn a total incentive of ₹12,500. Beyond this cash support, you will also benefit from the future yield of your trees, such as fruits, fodder, firewood, and quality timber.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Krushy Aranya Protsaha Yojana (KAPY) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary | Farmers and General Public |
| Location | Karnataka |
| Department | Forest Department |
| Incentive Amount | ₹125 per surviving tree (₹35 + ₹40 + ₹50 over 3 years) |
| Seedling Cost | ₹2 to ₹111 depending on poly-bag size |
| Maximum Limit | 400 seedlings per hectare |
| Launch Date | 2011-12 |
Benefits
This scheme offers several advantages to support your efforts in growing trees:
- Increased Green Cover: Your participation helps strengthen local ecosystems.
- Subsidized Seedlings: You can procure healthy saplings at discounted rates from the nearest forest nursery.
- Financial Incentives: Receive direct cash support totaling ₹125 per surviving tree over three years.
- Nurturing Support: The staggered payment structure encourages you to monitor tree health effectively.
- Additional Income: Mature trees provide you with long-term benefits like fruits, seeds, and quality timber.
Eligibility
To participate, you should satisfy the following criteria:
- You must be a farmer from any community.
- You should hold the Pahani (Records of Rights, Tenancy, and Crops) for the land where you propose to plant.
- You must complete your registration before the rainy season begins, ideally by the end of May.
- Your planting area should not exceed 400 seedlings per hectare for incentive eligibility.
Exclusions
Please note that specific tree species are excluded from the incentive program. These include Eucalyptus, Acacia, Silver Oak (if planted in coffee estates), Casuarina, Cassia siamea (Seemetangadi), Gliricidia, Sesbania, Erythrina, Rubber, Subabul, Coconut, Arecanut, Orange, all types of citrus varieties, and grafted mango trees.
Application Process
STEP 1 - Visit your nearest Range Forest Office to collect the official application form.
STEP 2 - Fill in your personal details, land information, and attach your Pahani and a hand-sketch of your planting site.
STEP 3 - Submit the form along with a registration fee of ₹10.
STEP 4 - After registration, visit the designated nursery to collect your seedlings. The pricing is kept affordable: seedlings in 5x8 inch poly-bags cost ₹2 each, 6x9 inch bags cost ₹3 each, 8x12 inch bags cost ₹6 each, 10x16 inch bags cost ₹72 each, and 14x20 inch bags cost ₹111 each.
Documents
Make sure you have the following documents ready for your application:
- Copy of your Aadhaar Card.
- A recent passport-sized photograph.
- Pahani copy for the land.
- A hand-drawn sketch of your land.
- Technical details including species count and desired poly-bag size.
- Copy of your bank account passbook for payment transfers.
References
Individual Scheme Official Portal
Karnataka RTC Land Record Services
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this scheme?
All farmers across communities in Karnataka can apply for this scheme.
What is the amount provided per sapling?
You will receive a total incentive of ₹125 per surviving tree, paid in installments of ₹35 after the first year, ₹40 after the second year, and ₹50 after the third year.
How do I get seedlings if my preferred species is unavailable?
Obtain a written endorsement from the in-charge staff at the nursery and present it at another regional nursery. If unavailable elsewhere, the Forest Department will arrange to grow your requested saplings for the next rainy season.
Is there an online application portal?
No, you should manually submit your application at your local Range Forest Office.
Where can I download my Pahani?
You can access your RTC online at https://landrecords.karnataka.gov.in/.