What you get
Seed Village Programme: | - Assistance will be provided for the distribution of foundation and certified seed required for a 1-acre area for cereal crops; the assistance covers 50% of the cost, and for pulse, oilseeds, green manure & fodder crops, the assistance covers 60% of the cost. | - Validity: The maximum time limit for reclaiming benefits is 2 years. | Strengthening of Seed Quality Control Laboratories: | - Assistance is provided on a project basis. | - Intended Use: For State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers' Producer Organisations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, and Government enterprises. | - Frequency of Disbursement: One time. | Creation of Seed Infrastructure Facility (SPP): | - Assistance is provided on a project basis.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
What are the main goals of this scheme?
The main goals include increasing certified/quality seed production, strengthening Seed Testing Laboratories, assisting Seed Producing Institutes, developing seed industry infrastructure, improving seed quality, enhancing capacity building for seed production, and creating a Seed Bank for adverse natural calamities.
Who can benefit from this scheme?
All categories of farmers, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, and Government enterprises are eligible beneficiaries.
What kind of help is available under the Seed Village Programme?
Under the Seed Village Programme, help is provided for distributing foundation and certified seed needed for 1 acre of land.
How much of the cost is covered for cereal crops under the Seed Village Programme?
For cereal crops, the scheme covers 50% of the cost.
How much of the cost is covered for pulse, oilseeds, green manure & fodder crops under the Seed Village Programme?
For pulse, oilseeds, green manure & fodder crops, the scheme covers 60% of the cost.
What is the shortest time I need to wait to claim benefits from the Seed Village Programme?
The minimum time limit for reclaiming benefits under the Seed Village Programme is 2 years.
How is support given for improving seed quality control laboratories?
Support for strengthening seed quality control laboratories is given on a project basis.
Which organizations can get support for strengthening seed quality control laboratories?
State Agricultural Universities (SAUs), Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs), Co-operative enterprises, and Government enterprises can get this support.
Are Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs) allowed to apply for this scheme?
Yes, Farmers' Producer Organizations (FPOs) are among the eligible applicants for this scheme.
How is support given for setting up seed infrastructure facilities (SPP)?
Support for the creation of seed infrastructure facility (SPP) is provided on a project basis.
Are State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) eligible to receive benefits from this scheme?
Yes, State Agricultural Universities (SAUs) are eligible to receive benefits, especially for strengthening seed quality control laboratories.