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This programme aims to boost farm mechanisation and provide access to advanced machinery and post-harvest equipment for Read More... farmers across Arunachal Pradesh. Read less
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The state government has enhanced its support for farm mechanisation through the Chief Minister’s Agriculture Mechanisation Programme. This initiative is designed to make farming more efficient and profitable, recognizing that a large portion of the population directly depends on agriculture.
What Is This Scheme?
Renamed from the existing Farm Mechanisation Programme, this initiative, now backed by a higher state subsidy, aims to improve farming operations by making essential machinery more accessible. It focuses on promoting the use of modern farm equipment and post-harvest technologies.
Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?
The programme is designed to help various stakeholders in the agricultural sector, including individual farmers of all sizes (marginal, small, medium, and large), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Co-operative Societies, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and entrepreneurs identified by the relevant district authorities.
Why This Scheme Is Important
By promoting mechanisation, the scheme addresses the availability of farm labour and provides much-needed access to machinery for various agricultural tasks, including post-harvest operations. It aims to increase crop production, improve farm income, and transition farmers from traditional methods to modern, technology-driven farming practices.
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Eligibility Criteria
- All categories of farmers, including Marginal, Small, Medium, and Large Farmers.
- Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Co-operative Societies, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Entrepreneurs as identified by District Nodal Agencies.
- A farmer or all members of a group must be first-time buyers of tractors or farm machinery.
- Farmers should not own a tractor or farm machinery currently or have owned one in the past, either in their name or their family members' names.
- Adequate facilities for after-sales service and spare parts must be available in the district where the scheme is to be implemented.
How To Apply
- Interested farmers need to submit their applications to the Assistant District Agriculture Officer (ADA) or District Agriculture Officer (DAO).
- Applications should be accompanied by recommendations from local Panchayat leaders (ZPM/ASM/GPM).
- The District Agriculture Development Society (DADS) is responsible for selecting beneficiaries according to the Chief Minister’s Sashakt Kisan Yojana (CM SKY).
- Records of Custom Hiring Centres (CHCs), including hiring charges, must be maintained and authenticated by the District Agriculture Officer.
- All CHCs must be Geo-tagged and registered on the portal of the Monitoring & Training division of the Government of India.
- Each beneficiary will need to contribute ₹6.00 lakh per CHC.
- Subsidy payments will be made directly to the company dealer at the source.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details
- Registered mobile number
- Permanent Resident Certificate
FAQ’s
What is the main goal of the Chief Minister’s Agriculture Mechanisation Programme?
The primary goal is to boost farm mechanisation by ensuring better availability of farm machinery and offering hiring services for various agriculture implements and post-harvest technology equipment.
Who is eligible to receive the tractor subsidy under this scheme?
The tractor subsidy is specifically for progressive farmers, registered cooperative agriculture farming societies, and unemployed agriculture and allied graduates who are residents of Arunachal Pradesh Scheduled Tribes (APST) in all districts.
Can I get the subsidy money directly in my bank account?
No, the subsidy amount is paid directly to the dealer of the machinery company. It's not transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account.
What kind of farmers can apply for this programme?
The programme is open to all types of farmers, including Marginal, Small, Medium, and Large farmers. SHGs, Co-operative Societies, FPOs, and Entrepreneurs identified by district authorities are also eligible.
What are the key conditions for a farmer to be considered a first-time buyer?
A farmer or all members within a farmer group must not have owned a tractor or any farm machinery before, nor should they own one currently. This applies to their name and their immediate family members' names.
How are the beneficiaries chosen for this scheme?
The District Agriculture Development Society (DADS) is authorised to select the beneficiaries based on the guidelines of the Chief Minister’s Sashakt Kisan Yojana (CM SKY).
Besides individual farmers, which other groups can benefit?
Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Co-operative Societies, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), and Entrepreneurs identified by the relevant district authorities are also eligible to apply.
What does the scheme offer to farmers for after-sales support?
Yes, the scheme ensures that reasonable facilities for after-sales service and spare parts are available in the district where the machinery is implemented.
What is the minimum contribution required from a beneficiary for a Custom Hiring Centre (CHC)?
Each beneficiary who sets up a Custom Hiring Centre (CHC) is required to contribute ₹6.00 lakh.
What documents do I need to submit when applying?
You will need to provide your Aadhaar Card, Bank account details, Registered mobile number, and a Permanent Resident Certificate.
Where should I submit my application, and who should recommend it?
You should apply to the nearest Assistant District Agriculture Officer (ADA) or District Agriculture Officer (DAO). Your application needs to be recommended by your local grassroots Panchayat Leader (like ZPM, ASM, or GPM).
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