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The Sheti Samrudhi Yojana, a key initiative by the Department of Tribal Welfare in Goa, is designed to empower farmer co-operatives. It aims to foster community-led efforts that enhance food security, reduce poverty, and ensure sustainable management of natural resources.
This scheme acts as a financial support system for farmer co-operatives. It helps them operate effectively by leveraging the best of both traditional knowledge and modern scientific approaches. The program encourages partnerships with research institutions, NGOs, farmer groups, and the private sector to address current and future challenges in food production and security.
The primary beneficiaries are Tribal Farmers' Co-operative Organizations registered in Goa. The scheme is particularly focused on enabling these co-operatives to improve their productivity and marketing capabilities for farm and forest produce.
Sheti Samrudhi Yojana plays a vital role in strengthening the agricultural sector at the grassroots level. By providing financial assistance, it enables co-operatives to cover operational costs, invest in essential equipment, and ensure efficient management, ultimately leading to better livelihoods for tribal farmers and more sustainable resource use.
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Interested Tribal Farmers' Co-operative Organizations need to submit a detailed application with all the required documents. The application should be submitted to the relevant department. Specific application links or offline submission details can be found on the official Goa Government websites.
Department of Tribal Welfare, Government of Goa
(Please refer to official government notifications for the exact submission address or portal details.)
What is the primary purpose of the Sheti Samrudhi Yojana?
The main goal is to provide financial assistance to Tribal Farmers' Co-operative Organizations in Goa to improve food security, reduce poverty, and ensure sustainable natural resource management through community action.
How is the financial assistance provided under this scheme disbursed, and are there specific conditions related to receiving the funds?
The sanctioned amount is generally released in two installments: 50% as the first installment, with the balance being disbursed only after the Utilization Certificate for the first installment is submitted and verified.
What specific percentage of the total membership within the co-operative organization must belong to the Scheduled Tribe community for the application to be considered valid?
At least 50% of the total members belonging to the farmers co-operative must be members of the Scheduled Tribe community, as evidenced by their certificates.
In order for the co-operative to continue receiving scheme benefits in succeeding years, what official record of performance must be submitted annually?
The farmer co-operative is mandatorily required to submit an annual performance report that has been verified, signed, and recommended by the concerned Zonal Agriculture Officer.
Does the co-operative organization need to submit any formal document outlining its proposed actions for promoting agricultural development or managing community resources?
Yes, the co-operative must submit a brief project report detailing the activities planned for the growth of agriculture or the management of community forest produce.
What are the requirements regarding the submission of financial history or audit records if the farmer co-operative has been operating for several years?
The farmer co-operative shall submit the audit reports covering the last two years of operation as part of the mandatory application documents.
If the farmer’s co-operative unit was established recently, within the last two years, what type of financial audit documents are required during the application submission process?
If the co-operative was formed within the last two years, the applicant is required to furnish the audit report covering only the last financial year during the application process.
What specific mandatory document related to agricultural land or activity must all Scheduled Tribe members of the co-operative submit with the application?
The applicant must include the Krishi Card Abstract for all Scheduled Tribe members within the farmer co-operative organization.
Is it necessary for the applicant organization to provide a copy of its official bank documentation when submitting the application form for verification?
Yes, the application packet must include a copy of the bank passbook belonging to the farmers co-operative organization.
Must the applicant cooperative provide a formal commitment or declaration that the scheme resources will be used solely for the specified organizational objectives?
The applicant must provide an undertaking declaring that the resources provided under this scheme will be used strictly for the co-operative’s activities and for delivering services to members.
When applying for this financial assistance program, are copies of the Aadhaar identity documents required from all individuals associated with the co-operative unit?
Yes, the application must include copies of the Aadhaar card for all of the co-operative’s members.
What are the benefits provided under the Sheti Samrudhi Yojana for operational expenses?
The scheme offers wages for a resource person and a peon, and also a yearly amount of ₹25,000 for stationery and printing. Additionally, it covers office rent reimbursement.
How much one-time financial assistance is provided for procurement of office equipment?
A one-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,000 is provided to procure essential office equipment such as a Desktop Computer, UPS, computer table, cupboard, and chairs.
If the cooperative seeks reimbursement for rent, which specific governmental department or body must issue the required certificate for the rental space?
The applicant must submit a Rent Certificate that has been officially issued by the Public Works Department (Building Division) of the State of Goa.
What specific organizational objective concerning agricultural output is required for a farmers' co-operative to be eligible for this scheme?
The co-operative organization must have been formally established with the specific objective of improving productivity within the farm or forest produce sector, or for marketing such produce.
In addition to registration, must the co-operative provide documentation detailing its structure, governing rules, and leadership at the time of application?
Yes, the organization is required to submit a copy of its constitution and registration documents, along with a list of its current office bearers.
What is the annual rent reimbursement limit for office space in urban and rural areas?
For urban areas, the minimum rent reimbursement is ₹8,000 per month, and for rural areas, it is ₹5,000 per month. This amount is subject to a 10% increase every three years.
What happens if a farmer co-operative fails to submit its annual performance report?
If the farmer co-operative fails to submit the annual performance report, the benefits for the following year will be put on hold until the report is submitted and verified.
Does the scheme provide any support for the wages of personnel working for the co-operative?
Yes, the scheme provides financial assistance for the wages of one resource person (Diploma in Agriculture) and one peon, paid monthly based on submitted attendance.
What legal act must the farmer's co-operative be registered under to be eligible?
The co-operative must be registered under the Goa Co-operative Societies Act, 2001, to qualify for the scheme.