Seed Farms Scheme

Seed Farms Scheme is a State Plan scheme run by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. It supplies high quality seeds of cereals, pulses and oilseeds, along with horticultural seedlings such as orange, coconut and arecanut, to farmers across the state.

The scheme is open for bonafide farmers who live in Meghalaya and own enough cultivable land. Seeds are given through a subsidy sale so that farming stays affordable and productive.

Seed Farms Scheme - Introduction

Seed Farms Scheme works to produce and distribute quality planting material to cultivators. The main aim is to give farmers access to better seeds and seedlings so that crop output can improve.

The scheme covers both field crops and horticultural crops. Farmers can get seeds for cereals, pulses and oilseeds, and seedlings for orange, coconut and arecanut, depending on what is available and what the farmer needs.

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, manages the scheme. Applications are accepted offline and farmers are picked on a first come first served basis as long as they have sufficient cultivable land.

Key Information

Benefits

Seed Farms Scheme gives farmers essential support through the supply of high quality agricultural seeds. Because the seeds are offered through a subsidy sale, farming stays affordable for small cultivators.

Along with field crop seeds, the scheme also provides horticultural seedlings. This helps farmers grow orange, coconut and arecanut on their land and earn from these crops over time.

Eligibility

To take part in this scheme, a farmer should meet the following conditions:

1. Should be a resident of Meghalaya.
2. Should be a bonafide farmer who is actively engaged in agricultural activities.
3. Should have sufficient cultivable land for farming operations.

Application Process

Seed Farms Scheme is an offline scheme. Farmers need to follow the steps given below to apply.

STEP 1 - Write an application on a plain piece of paper stating interest to get scheme benefits.

STEP 2 - Gather all required documents and keep self-attested copies ready.

STEP 3 - Submit the signed application along with the documents to the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block or Agriculture Circle.

Beneficiaries are selected on a first come first served basis, provided they have sufficient cultivable land.

For any help, farmers can reach out to the offices listed below.

• District Agriculture Officers of the concerned district.
• Sub Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned sub division.
• District Training Officers in Tura or Shillong.
• Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Block.

Documents

Keep the following documents ready before applying:

• A recent passport size photograph.
• A valid identity proof.
• Supporting documents as proof of cultivable land.
• Any other relevant documents asked by the department.

References

Official Website of Seed Farms Scheme

FAQ's

What is the main aim of this scheme?

Seed Farms Scheme focuses on producing and distributing high quality seeds of cereals, pulses and oilseeds, and horticultural seedlings like orange, coconut and arecanut to support farming.

Which department runs this scheme?

The Department of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Meghalaya, is the nodal department for this scheme.

Who can apply?

Any bonafide farmer who is a resident of Meghalaya and owns sufficient cultivable land can apply.

What kind of help does this scheme give?

The scheme gives help through the supply of quality seeds at subsidized rates.

How are beneficiaries chosen?

Farmers with sufficient cultivable land are chosen on a first come first served basis.

How to apply?

A written application on plain paper should be submitted to the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block or Agriculture Circle.