What you get
- A composite subsidy amounting to 40% (forty percent) of the proceeds of milk supplied to the Dairy Co-operative Society/Bachat Gat/Self Help Group. | - Incentive on milk: 32.28% (thirty-two point two eight percent). | - Incentive on cattle feed: 7.72% (seven point seven two percent). | - The scheme is linked to the cattle feed subsidy scheme. | Disbursement | - Monthly disbursement of benefits to beneficiary's Bank account via Electronic Clearing System (ECS). | - The beneficiary must have a Bank account in any Bank having a core banking system/Electronic Clearing System (ECS). | Mandatory Obligations | - The beneficiary must produce their own milk at their Dairy Farm. | - The beneficiary must not procure milk from others and pour it to the Dairy Co-operative Society/Bachat Gat/Self Help Group in their name. | - The quantity of milk supplied and the number of milch animals reared by the farmers will be checked by the departmental area officer in addition to the supervisor/officials from the concerned organization. | - In case of any fraud or malpractice regarding milk supply or animal count, the Department shall stop the composite subsidy (incentive on milk and feed) forthwith. | - If fraud or malpractice occurs, the benefit of all schemes will be withdrawn. | - In matters of fraud or malpractice, the decision of the Director will be final and binding on the party.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What criteria define a "Bachat Gat," or group of farmers, for the specific purpose of participating in this particular scheme, even if the organization is not otherwise formally registered?
A "Bachat Gat" means a group of two or more farmers who have come together for the common intention of taking benefits under the scheme, provided they register with the Directorate of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, Panaji-Goa.
Is it mandatory for farmers applying for this support to have an existing registration status within other relevant Government departments, such as Agriculture?
Yes, applicants should mandatorily be registered with the Agricultural Department, ensuring their status as an Agriculturist is recorded under the Agricultural Database.
If I am already registered as a beneficiary, am I strictly prohibited from purchasing milk from other individuals or farms and subsequently supplying it to my group?
Yes, you are strictly prohibited from procuring milk from others and pouring it to the Dairy Co-operative Society, Bachat Gat, or Self Help Group in your name.
Does the individual dairy farmer need a separate registration with the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services, apart from the farm registration itself?
Yes, the farmer must be individually registered with the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services and also register their physical Dairy Farm through the respective Veterinary Dispensary or Hospital.
What specific requirements must my bank account meet in order to successfully receive the monthly composite subsidy payments under this initiative?
The beneficiary shall open a Bank account in any Bank that has a core banking system or Electronic Clearing System (ECS) to facilitate the payment transfer.
When registering my farm, what detailed factual information about my animals and premises must I provide to the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services?
You must provide details of the number of animals, the state of lactation of each animal, milk yield, date of calving, and the address of the cowshed where the animals are located.
What form of documentation is required by the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services to confirm my status as a recognized member of a registered group?
The farmer intending to avail of the benefit will have to produce evidence of their membership to a registered Dairy Co-operative Society, Bachat Gat, or Self Help Group as may be required by the Department.
Who are the primary individuals or groups identified as the target recipients for the application of this particular scheme for milk production development?
The scheme applies exclusively to farmers from Goa who are members of registered Dairy Co-operative Societies, Bachat Gats, or Self Help Groups registered with the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services.
Do I need to demonstrate a minimum period of residency within the State of Goa before becoming eligible to apply for these producer benefits?
Yes, the farmer must be a bona fide resident of Goa for at least the preceding five years to meet the eligibility criteria.
Is it sufficient for me to simply be a member of any Dairy Co-operative Society, or must the society itself meet a specific government registration requirement?
The farmer must be a member of the Dairy Co-operative Society, Bachat Gat, or Self Help Group that is mandatorily registered with the Department of Animal Husbandry & Veterinary Services.
Is possessing and producing a specific identity verification document, such as a Unique Identification card, an absolute prerequisite for receiving the benefits?
Yes, it shall be mandatory to produce the Unique Identification (UID) card for obtaining any benefit offered under the scheme.
In addition to residing in the state, is it necessary for the applicant to physically own specific infrastructure related to housing the milch animals?
Yes, the applicant must own a cattle shed with milch animals, and this infrastructure must be located within the State of Goa.
Is there a restriction on where the milk I intend to supply for incentives must originate, specifically regarding the source of the production?
The incentives apply only to the milk supplied by the members, and this milk must be produced at the beneficiary’s own Dairy Farm.
To which specific organizational entities must the beneficiary supply their produced milk in order for that quantity to qualify for the composite subsidy payments?
The incentives shall apply to the milk supplied by the members exclusively to the Dairy Co-operative Society, Bachat Gat, or Self Help Group as officially notified for the scheme by the Government from time to time.