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One Tea Scheme

The objective of the One Tea Scheme is to ensure a minimum guaranteed price for fresh tea leaves to protect tea farmers from financial losses and provide economic stability. It also aims to support bought-leaf factories and promote sustainable tea cultivation in Meghalaya.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Meghalaya

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Ensures fair and stable prices for tea farmers. | - Prevents distress sales due to low factory rates. | - Provides direct financial support via DBT. | - Farmers receive ₹35/kg and ₹40/kg support price. | - Government pays the difference if factory rate is <semi_colon ₹35/kg and <semi_colon ₹40/kg. | - Supports up to 10,000 kgs per farmer. | - Encourages organic cultivation, using ₹40/kg as reference. | - Targets 1,000 financially distressed tea farmers | - Provide one time support to bought leaf factories

Who can apply

The applicant should be 18 years of age or above.; The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.; The applicant should be a tea farmer.; The applicant should possess a valid government-issued identity document.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the One Tea Scheme?

The One Tea Scheme is an initiative by the Planning, Investment Promotion & Sustainable Development Department, Government of Meghalaya to support tea farmers by ensuring a minimum guaranteed price for fresh tea leaves.

Who can apply for the One Tea Scheme?

Tea farmers who are 18 years of age or above, permanent residents of Meghalaya, and possess a valid government-issued ID are eligible to apply.

What is the guaranteed price under the scheme?

The scheme guarantees ₹35 per kilogram for conventional tea leaves and ₹40 per kilogram for organically certified tea leaves.

How does the price support mechanism work?

If factories purchase tea leaves below the guaranteed price, the scheme provides financial support to cover the difference between the factory price and the guaranteed price.

Does the scheme support organic tea farmers?

Yes, organically certified tea growers receive a higher guaranteed price of ₹40 per kilogram.

Are small tea growers eligible for this scheme?

Yes, both small and large tea growers in Meghalaya can benefit from the scheme if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Is there any benefit for tea processing factories?

Yes, bought-leaf factories receive a one-time financial benefit to cover the difference between the price paid to farmers and the price at which processed tea can be sold profitably.

Is the scheme applicable for all tea gardens?

The scheme applies to registered tea growers producing fresh green leaves within Meghalaya.

Where can applicants apply for the scheme?

Eligible farmers can apply through the official government portal or the designated department responsible for implementing the scheme.