National Mission on Edible Oil - Oil Palm: Replanting of Old Oil Palm Garden helps farmers in Gujarat replace their ageing oil palm plantations with fresh ones. Under this scheme, eligible growers get a subsidy of ₹250 per plant for uprooting old trees, clearing the land, and digging new pits. The state government continues to accept applications for 2026 through the official I-Khedut portal.
Oil palm trees that have crossed 25 to 30 years of age start giving lower yields. Replanting them is the only way to keep production steady. This scheme covers the cost of that work so farmers do not have to bear the full expense on their own. It also supports the larger goal of the National Mission on Edible Oils - Oil Palm (NMEO-OP), which is to cut down on edible oil imports and make the country more self-reliant.
National Mission on Edible Oil - Oil Palm: Replanting of Old Oil Palm Garden
National Mission on Edible Oil - Oil Palm: Replanting of Old Oil Palm Garden is run by the department of agriculture, farmers welfare and co-operation, government of Gujarat. It is one of the components of the central NMEO-OP mission. The scheme provides a one-time grant equal to 50% of the cost, fixed at ₹250 per plant, to help farmers uproot old palms, replace them with new ones, and dig fresh pits. This keeps the plantation productive for the next cycle and protects the income of growers who depend on these palms for their livelihood.
Key Information
| Scheme Name | National Mission on Edible Oil - Oil Palm: Replanting of Old Oil Palm Garden |
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| State | Gujarat |
| Category | Agriculture, Rural & Environment |
| Target Beneficiaries | Individual Farmers |
| Benefit Type | Cash Subsidy |
| Benefit Amount | ₹250 per plant |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department |
| Official Website | ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in |
Benefits
The scheme gives a direct financial subsidy of ₹250 per plant. This amount covers the main costs of replanting, which include uprooting the old trees, clearing the land, replacing them with new plants, and digging new pits. Since this is a one-time grant, it is paid only once for each replanting cycle of a garden.
Eligibility
To apply under this scheme, a farmer needs to meet the following conditions:
- Farmer must live in Gujarat and be a registered farmer on the I-Khedut portal.
- Farmer must own an oil palm garden that has reached the age of 25 to 30 years and is due for replanting.
Application Process
Applications are accepted online through the I-Khedut portal. The process is done in two parts: registration first, then the actual application.
STEP 1 - Open the I-Khedut portal and click on 'Login' from the top right corner. Then select 'Beneficiary Registration' and choose your beneficiary type from 'Farmer', 'Institutional', or 'Except For the Farmer'.
STEP 2 - Select your district, taluka, and village, pick the type of account holder you are, enter your account number and name, solve the captcha, and click 'Save and Next'.
STEP 3 - Enter your mobile number and email address, click 'Send OTP', enter the OTP you receive, create and confirm a password, solve the captcha, and click 'Submit' to finish registration.
STEP 4 - Log in to the portal and go to the 'Schemes' section, then open 'Agricultural Schemes'. Select this scheme and click the 'Apply' button.
STEP 5 - Click 'Apply New' and fill in your details. Review the information, confirm the application, and take a printout of the confirmed form for your records. For any help, you can check the official contact directory.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before you start the online application:
- Aadhaar Card
- Land Records (7-12 and 8-A extracts)
- Bank Passbook or a cancelled cheque
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
References
Official Guidelines | Scheme Guidelines (No. 382) | PIB Release on NMEO-OP Assistance | National Mission on Edible Oils Official Portal
FAQ's
What is the main aim of National Mission on Edible Oil - Oil Palm: Replanting of Old Oil Palm Garden?
The main aim is to increase oil palm production in Gujarat and lower the state's dependence on edible oil imports by helping farmers replace their ageing oil palm plantations.
Which department runs this scheme?
The agriculture, farmers welfare and cooperation department of the government of Gujarat runs the scheme under the central NMEO-OP mission.
Who can apply for this support?
Any farmer living in Gujarat who owns an oil palm garden that is 25 to 30 years old and due for replanting can apply.
How much money is given under this scheme?
Farmers get a one-time subsidy of ₹250 per plant, which is 50% of the cost, to cover uprooting, replacing, and digging new pits.
Is the support paid every year?
No, it is a one-time grant paid once for each replanting cycle of a garden, not a regular yearly payment.
How do I apply online?
Visit the official I-Khedut portal, complete the registration if you are a new user, and submit your application under the agricultural schemes section.
What documents are needed for the application?
You need your Aadhaar, land records (7-12 and 8-A), bank details, and any applicable caste or disability certificates.
Is there an income limit to apply?
No, there is no specified income limit. Farmers of all income levels can apply as long as they meet the other eligibility conditions.