AGR 4 (Farm Mechanization) Scheme For SC Farmers

Description
The scheme “AGR 4 Farm Mechanization Scheme for SC Farmers” was started by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is given to the farmers of the Scheduled Caste category for the purchase of agricultural equipment to increase production of agricultural crops. The state government has launched the scheme to make agricultural industries successful through the use of agricultural mechanization. The farmer can get good quality and more farm produce at low cost by maximizing and utilizing natural, unimplemented sources such as land, water, and atmosphere due to agricultural mechanization. Thus, in order to increase agricultural mechanization, the scheme is started the state except in 208 talukas of the state where the Centrally Sponsored "Submissions on Agricultural Mechanization" scheme has already been implemented. This scheme is 100% sponsored by the state government.

Benefits
• The beneficiary will get financial assistance for the purchase of agricultural equipment/components such as Power Tillers, Rice Transplanter, Self-Propelled Machinery, Tractor/Power Tiller operated Implements /tools, Electric Motor operated, etc.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The beneficiary should be a permanent resident of Gujarat State.
2. - Any farmer of the state belonging to the Scheduled Caste category (in 208 talukas where the SMAM scheme is not implemented) is eligible under this scheme.
3. - The beneficiary farmer has to purchase from the authorized dealer of the manufacturer included in the panel prepared for the purpose of price discovery announced by the account from time to time.

Required Documents
• Government-approved photo ID i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Basis (evidence) for land (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (by competent authority)
• Disability Certificate from Competent Authority (only for disabled) (if applicable)
• Ration Card (if applicable)
• Bank account details
• Beneficiary's Undertaking/Consent Form

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of the scheme is to provide financial assistance to the farmers of the Scheduled Caste category to get higher production of agricultural crops with the help of agricultural mechanization.

Q: Which department has launched this scheme?
A: Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat

Q: Who is eligible to get the benefits of the scheme?
A: Any farmer of the state belonging to the Scheduled Caste category (in 208 talukas where the SMAM scheme is not implemented) is eligible under this scheme.

Q: Can a farmer of general category be eligible to apply under this scheme?
A: No, the scheme is only for the Scheduled Caste farmers.

Q: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A: Under the scheme, the beneficiary will get financial assistance for the purchase of agricultural equipment/components such as Power Tillers, Rice Transplanter, Self-Propelled Machinery, Tractor/ Power Tiller operated Implements /tools, Electric Motor operated, etc.

Q: What is the full form of the SMAM scheme?
A: Submissions on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) scheme

Q: Is this a state-sponsored scheme?
A: Yes, this is a 100% state-sponsored scheme.

Q: Is it mandatory to purchase the equipment from the authorized manufacturer?
A: Yes, the beneficiary farmer must purchase all the tools/equipment from the authorized manufacturer of the included manufacturer in the panels prepared for the purpose of periodic disclosed prize discovery by the Agriculture office/department.

Q: How can a beneficiary apply under the scheme?
A: To avail the benefits of this scheme, the applicant has to apply on the I-Khedut Portal and has to follow the prescribed procedure. https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/iKhedutPublicScheme/Public/frm_Public_SchemeDetails.aspx

Q: What should I do if wrong/incomplete documents have been uploaded on Portal?
A: If wrong/incomplete documents are uploaded online by the beneficiary, such application will not be inwarded online. In such circumstances, the beneficiary has to submit the remaining/correct documents to the concerned office within seven days of application.

Q: Where can I find details of District Agriculture Officer?
A: The details of the District Agriculture Officer of the concerned district are available on I-khedut Portal. https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/Public/frm_Public_Contacts.aspx