AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization

Description
The scheme "AGR-61 Agro Service Providers for the Purpose of Making Farming More Profitable With the Help of Farm Mechanization" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to help farmers by providing financial support for farm mechanization through Agro Service Providers, making agriculture more productive and cost-effective.

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Benefits
• Assistance is available once in a lifetime for eligible applicants.

Eligibility Criteria
1. > **Eligible entities:**
2. - Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS)
3. - Farmer Groups
4. - Farmer Producer Companies
5. - Cooperative Institutions
6. - Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals
7. > **Eligible Individuals with relevant agricultural education:**
8. - Diploma in Agriculture
9. - Graduate in Agriculture
10. - Postgraduate in Agriculture
11. - Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.)
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Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Land Ownership Proof
• Bank Passbook
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Certificate of Educational Qualification (if applicable)
• Registration Certificate (for Farmer Groups, SHGs, PACS, etc.)
• Any other document as required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of this Scheme?
A: The primary objective of the scheme is to promote farm mechanization by providing financial assistance to eligible groups and individuals, ensuring that farmers have access to essential agricultural equipment and reducing the cost of farming.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the AGR-61 Agro Service Providers Scheme?
A: The scheme is open to Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS), Farmer Groups, Farmer Producer Companies, Cooperative Institutions, Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Sakhi Mandals, and individuals with relevant agricultural education such as a Diploma, Graduate, or Postgraduate degree in Agriculture or a Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.).

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance of up to 75% of the cost of farm implements (limited to [?]7,50,000/-) in general areas and up to 85% (limited to [?]8,50,000/-) in tribal areas.

Q: How is the financial assistance distributed over the years?
A: In general areas, the assistance is provided as 40% in the first year, 10% in the second and third years, and 7.5% in the fourth and fifth years. In tribal areas, the assistance is 50% in the first year, 10% in the second and third years, and 7.5% in the fourth and fifth years.

Q: Can an individual farmer apply for the scheme?
A: An individual farmer can apply only if they hold an agricultural qualification such as a Diploma, Graduate, or Postgraduate degree in Agriculture or a Bachelor of Rural Studies (B.R.S.). Otherwise, only eligible groups and cooperative institutions can apply.

Q: Are cooperative institutions eligible for this scheme?
A: Yes, cooperative institutions engaged in agriculture are eligible to apply under this scheme.

Q: Can an SHG (Self-Help Group) or Sakhi Mandal apply for the scheme?
A: Yes, registered Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Sakhi Mandals can apply for financial assistance under this scheme.

Q: Is the scheme applicable to farmers outside Gujarat?
A: No, the AGR-61 Agro Service Providers Scheme is exclusively for farmers and agricultural entities within Gujarat.

Q: Where can an applicant submit their application?
A: The application must be submitted online through the iKhedut Portal at https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.

Q: How are applications processed under the scheme?
A: Applications are processed on a first-come, first-serve basis, subject to the availability of funds and the target limits set under the scheme.