Maize Development through Cluster Approach Scheme
The objectives of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting the crop and location specific production technology.
What you get
- Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield.
Who can apply
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
- The applicant should have sufficient available cultivable land of (0.025 hectares).
How to apply
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> Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper. Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required). Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle. > Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
- The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
> Whom to Contact:
- Sectoral Officer, Directorate of Agriculture
- District Agriculture Officer
- Sub-Divisional Officer
- Agriculture Development Officer
Details
The scheme “Maize Development through Cluster Approach” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high-yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting crop and location-specific production technology.