Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation

Description
The scheme "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana tissue culture , and papaya.

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Benefits
• Assistance of ₹30,000/- to ₹40,000/- per hectare.
• Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.
• 40% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹50,000/- per hectare.
• Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.
• 50% of the incurred cost or maximum ₹30,000/- per hectare.
• Paid in two installments.
• Maximum up to 4 hectares per beneficiary.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
2. The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
3. The applicant must be engaged in horticultural or fruit crop cultivation.

Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Assistance Program for Expansion of Fruit Crop Cultivation" scheme?
A: The scheme aims to encourage and support farmers in the state to adopt intensive farming practices and increase the cultivation of fruits such as mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: Any farmer who is a resident of Gujarat and possesses valid agricultural land is eligible to apply for the scheme.
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Q: Which crops are supported under this scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial assistance for the cultivation of mango, guava, pomegranate, lemon, banana (tissue culture), and papaya.
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Q: What is the maximum land area for which assistance can be availed?
A: A farmer can receive assistance for up to 4 hectares of land under this scheme.
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Q: What is the amount of assistance provided for banana tissue culture plantations?
A: The scheme offers 40% of the incurred cost or a maximum of ₹50,000/- per hectare for banana tissue culture cultivation.
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Q: Is the assistance for papaya cultivation provided in a single installment?
A: No, the assistance for new papaya plantations is provided in two installments.
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Q: Is there any income limit for farmers to apply under this scheme?
A: No, there is no income limit for individual or family income to be eligible for this scheme.
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Q: How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
A: Applicants can apply on the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal to avail the benefits of the scheme.

Q: What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants are required to submit an Aadhaar card, 7/12 land record, and a copy of their bank passbook or a cancelled cheque.

Q: Who should the applicant contact for help or more information about the scheme?
A: The applicant should contact the nearest agriculture office or visit the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/)portal for more information.