Empowering Indian Farmers: A Guide to Government Schemes for Agriculture
Support Indian Agriculture! Explore All Government Schemes for Farmers: Income Support, Crop Insurance, Organic Farming, Infrastructure & More. Boost Productivity & Sustainability.
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Dr. Emmanuel L Yanthan (MS OB-GYN)
4/27/20241 min read
Cultivating a Brighter Future: Indian Government Schemes Empowering Farmers
The Indian government recognizes the critical role agriculture plays in the nation's economy and food security. To empower farmers and ensure sustainable agricultural practices, a multitude of schemes are offered. By leveraging these schemes, Indian farmers can cultivate a more robust and sustainable agricultural future.
Let's explore some key initiatives across various aspects of farming:
Income Support:
1. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN): Provides financial assistance of ₹6,000 per year in three installments to eligible small and marginal farmers (https://pmkisan.gov.in/).
2. Crop Insurance and Risk Management:
3. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY): Offers subsidized crop insurance to farmers against losses arising from natural calamities (http://www.pmfby.gov.in/).
Infrastructure Development:
1. Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF): Provides debt financing for post-harvest infrastructure projects aimed at minimizing wastage and improving market access (https://agriinfra.dac.gov.in/).
2. Organic Farming:
3. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY): Promotes organic farming practices through cluster-based approach, providing financial assistance for certification, production, and marketing (https://pmmodiyojana.in/paramparagat-krishi-vikas-yojana/).
Other Important Schemes:
1. Soil Health Card Scheme: Provides soil analysis to farmers for informed decision-making on fertilizers and better soil management (https://soilhealth.dac.gov.in/).
2. Sub-Mission on Agriculture Mechanization (SMAM): Promotes farm mechanization to enhance efficiency and reduce drudgery in agricultural operations (https://www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/smam).
3. Market Intervention Scheme (MIS) and Price Support Scheme (PSS): Ensures remunerative prices for farmers by undertaking procurement of certain agricultural commodities at Minimum Support Price (MSP) when market prices fall below MSP (https://agmarknet.gov.in/).
For a comprehensive list and details of all government schemes, visit the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare website: https://agriwelfare.gov.in/