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Looking to start a food processing business in Uttarakhand? The 'Food Processing and Value Addition Management' scheme by the Department of Horticulture might be just what you need. This initiative is designed to give a significant boost to the state's food processing sector.

What Is This Scheme About?

The core idea behind this scheme is to encourage people to set up new food processing units across Uttarakhand. It's all about adding more value to the farm produce we have, making it more profitable and accessible. The government is stepping in to help entrepreneurs by offering financial assistance to make these ventures a reality.

Who Is This Scheme For?

If you are a company, a firm, or an individual promoter with plans to set up a brand-new food processing unit anywhere in Uttarakhand, you can benefit from this scheme. It’s a direct way for the government to support business growth in this important sector.

Why Is This Scheme Important?

By promoting food processing, the state aims to create more job opportunities, improve the income of farmers by providing a market for their produce, and reduce wastage. It helps build a stronger ecosystem where agricultural and horticultural products are processed efficiently, leading to better products for consumers and greater economic activity for the state.

Objective

This scheme supports entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand by providing financial aid to establish new food processing units and enhance the value of agricultural products.

Benefits

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Who Can Apply?

Companies interested in setting up food processing units.
Firms looking to establish food processing units.
Individual promoters who wish to set up food processing units in Uttarakhand.

How To Apply

Gather all the necessary documents as listed.
Fill out the application form completely.
Submit the completed application form along with all required documents to the concerned Horticulture Mobile Squad Centre.
The Horticulture Mobile Squad Centre will then forward your proposal to the Mission Directorate for further processing and approval.

You can obtain the application form from Horticulture Mobile Squad Centres or download it from the department’s website.

Please refer to the official website for the most current application procedures and any specific guidelines.

Documents You'll Need

Detailed Project Report (DPR)
Proof of Promoter's permanent residence
Biodata of the organization
Details of the unit's location and address
Information on the bank or institution appraising the project proposal
Proof of appraisal by the bank/financial institution
No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Fire Department
Land records showing ownership in the organization's name
Land conversion certificate
Company/institution boilerage details
Details about raw material procurement
Information on the unit's products
Contracts with farmers (if applicable)
Site plan of the proposed unit
FSSAI certification
Employment generation certificate
Details of civil works, certified by a civil engineer
Quotations from suppliers for plant machinery and equipment, certified by a chartered mechanical engineer
Supplier quotations for machinery purchases
Marketing strategy for the production
Process flow chart
Details of unit implementation plan
A ₹100 affidavit
Funding details for the project
Details of the total project cost
Eligibility documents as per the scheme guidelines
Any other documents that may be required by the department

FAQ’s

What kind of financial support is available for setting up a new food processing unit?

For new food processing units, the scheme offers financial assistance equivalent to 50% of the project cost. However, this subsidy is capped at a maximum of ₹400 lakh (₹4 crore) per project.

Where can I get the application form for this scheme?

You can collect the application form from any of the Horticulture Mobile Squad Centres. Alternatively, it might be available for download on the department's official website.

Can existing food processing businesses apply for assistance under this scheme?

The scheme primarily focuses on supporting the establishment of new units. However, if you have a proposal for a value addition project or a model-based unit, it might be considered based on the department's specific guidelines.

How do I submit my application once I've prepared it?

Once your application is complete with all necessary documents, you need to submit it to the Horticulture Mobile Squad Centre. They will then forward your proposal to the Mission Directorate for approval.

Does the department offer any guidance during the setup of the unit?

Yes, departmental officers are there to provide technical guidance and supervision throughout the process of establishing your food processing unit.

How is the subsidy money given out to the beneficiaries?

After the unit has been successfully set up and inspected by a joint team of departmental officers, the approved subsidy amount is directly transferred to the entrepreneur's loan account.

Who is eligible to apply for this food processing scheme?

Companies, firms, and individual promoters who are keen on establishing new food processing units within Uttarakhand are eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme.