Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units
in Goa
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Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units in Goa
Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Goa.
Apply for Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units in Goa
Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to aid in the conversion of available on-farm organic waste into chemical-free organic manure, providing quality organic farming inputs for sustainable agriculture. The applications for this scheme are accepted offline via the Zonal Agriculture Officer.
Eligibility Criteria
- Any farmer carrying out agricultural activities in the State of Goa and having a Krishi card.
- Institutions and private limited companies involved in agricultural activities and having a Krishi card will also be assisted under this scheme.
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Benefits
Construction/Installation of organic manure units would be provided 75% subsidy limited to Rs. 1950/- per cu.mt. for Organic manure unit for all categories of farmer.
The standard cost for Organic manure unit would be Rs. 2600/- per cu. mt which includes 90% cost on construction/installation including mason cost and 10% on culture, decomposing material, etc.
The unit can have one or more pits with or without internal chambers and preferably be above ground level, of bricks, laterite stones, cement blocks, shahabadi/kadappa or RCC cement rings with clean internal side walls and should have adequate protection from sun and rain.
The portable organic manure unit of HDPE material and laid on prepared surface free from sharp objects and should be protected from rodents, maximum of 3 units would also be considered for subsidy @90% subsidy on the standard cost fixed and maximum amount of Rs. 7,500/- per farmer.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Krishi Card Abstract |
| 2 | Soil Health Card |
| 3 | Cash Invoice |
How to Apply in Goa
Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Zonal Agriculture Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Offline Step 1: The interested applicant should visit the Zonal Agriculture Officer and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Offline Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Zonal Agriculture Officer.
Offline Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents, within the prescribed period (if any), to the Zonal Agriculture Officer.
Common questions in Goa
Who can apply for Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units in Goa?
Eligible residents of Goa who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Development of Manures & Fertilizers: Assistance for construction/Installation of Organic Manure Units in Goa?
Applicants in Goa typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, institutions and private limited companies that are involved in agriculture activities and possess a valid Krishi Card are also eligible for assistance under this scheme. <br>