Assistance for Establishment of On farm Storage for Sorting-Grading

Description
The scheme "Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading" by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat aims to reduce post-harvest losses in horticultural crops and improve value addition by providing financial assistance to farmers for establishing on-farm infrastructure, including sorting, grading, packing, and primary value addition. The support includes both construction-related infrastructure and modern equipment/machinery for on-farm operations.

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Benefits
• For Construction of On-Farm Infrastructure: Financial aid will be 50% of the unit cost or ₹1,50,000/- per unit, whichever is lower.
• For Machinery or Equipment Purchase: Financial aid of 50% of the actual cost, subject to a maximum of ₹50,000/- per unit, whichever is less.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
2. - The applicant should be a farmer.
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Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of the scheme "Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading"?
A: The primary objective of the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot; is to support farmers in Gujarat by reducing post-harvest losses in horticultural crops through financial assistance for constructing storage infrastructure and purchasing equipment required for sorting, grading, and other primary value addition processes.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme "Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading"?
A: Any individual who is a farmer and a resident of Gujarat is eligible to apply under the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;.
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Q: What financial assistance is available for constructing on-farm infrastructure under this scheme?
A: Under the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;, a farmer is eligible to receive financial assistance amounting to 50% of the unit cost for constructing on-farm storage infrastructure, subject to a maximum limit of ₹1,50,000 per unit, whichever amount is lower.
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Q: How is the financial assistance for equipment or machinery calculated under this scheme?
A: For purchasing machinery or equipment under the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;, the farmer will be provided financial assistance equal to 50% of the actual cost of the equipment, with a cap of ₹50,000 per unit, and whichever amount is less will be applicable.
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Q: Is there any income limit applicable for farmers to qualify for this scheme?
A: No, there is no individual or family income limit specified as part of the eligibility criteria for the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;, making it accessible to all tribal farmers regardless of their income status.
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Q: How can a farmer apply for the scheme "Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading"?
A: Eligible farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting the [iKhedut](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/) portal, filling out the application form online, uploading the required documents, and submitting it for departmental verification.
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Q: What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
A: To apply for the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;, the farmer must submit a copy of the Aadhaar Card for identification, the 7/12 land certificate for ownership verification, and either a bank passbook or a cancelled cheque for enabling direct benefit transfer.
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Q: What types of equipment are supported under this scheme?
A: Under the scheme &quot;Assistance for Establishment of On-Farm Storage for Sorting-Grading&quot;, equipment that facilitates post-harvest activities such as grading, sorting, weighing, packing, washing, primary value addition, and storage (like crates and pallets) is supported.
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