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Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme

in Madhya Pradesh

Last updated: 14 Apr 2026

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Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme in Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Madhya Pradesh.

Apply for Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme in Madhya Pradesh

Scheme Overview

The scheme aims to encourage crop diversification by providing necessary inputs to farmers who shift from growing wheat and paddy. Benefits are provided primarily to the implementing Company, Firm, or Institution to cover costs related to Human Resources and Marketing, benefiting farmers.

Eligibility Criteria

- The applicant must be a Company, Firm, or Institution.

- The applicant must maintain all records and qualifications as a qualifying Company, Firm, or Institution.

- The applicant must advise the farmer regarding the sowing of the 'Eligible Crop' and the associated Agriculture Practice (Krishi Karyapranali).

- The applicant must confirm the purchase of the 'Eligible Crop'.

- The applicant must execute the crop diversification work.

- The applicant must make a mandatory tie-up with another Company, Firm, or Institution for the purchase of the 'Eligible Crop'.

- The applicant must ensure they themselves do not purchase the crop.

- The Eligible Crop must be any crop, excluding wheat (Gehun) and paddy (Dhan), that is sown in place of wheat and paddy.

- The Eligible Crop must not be covered under Minimum Support Price (MSP).

- Horticultural crops must also be included in the Eligible Crops.

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Benefits

The scheme permits the costs incurred for necessary inputs provided to farmers to inspire them towards diversification.

The scheme primarily sanctions costs related to Human Resources (Manav Sansadhan) deployed for area overlap and Marketing (Vipanan).

The scheme generally does not sanction Capital (Poonji) expenditure.

Capital expenditure may be sanctioned only in special circumstances for Critical Equipment.

Assistance from the State Government is provided for a minimum period of 3 years.

The period of assistance may be extended based on specific needs.

The applicant organization, if eligible for other Central Government or State Government schemes for capital investment, will be facilitated to receive such assistance.

Conditions

The implementation and monitoring of the scheme must ensure that work is carried out according to the determined directions and guidelines of the State Level Project Screening Committee (SLPSC).

The proposal submitted by the applicant must detail the viability (Vyavsayata) and provide justification (Aparikshan) for the Proposed Expenditures (Prastavit Vyay).

If the applicant Company, Firm, or Institution violates the conditions of the sanction, especially the terms of the Detailed Project Report (DPR), provision will be made for regulatory action or recovery of funds.

Required Documents

#	Document	Details
1	Detailed Project Report (Must be submitted along with the application).
2	Record Of Qualifications (To prove the eligibility as a qualifying Company, Firm, or Institution).
3	Project Viability Report (Required for examination by the State Level Project Screening Committee).
4	Proposed Expenditure Justification Report (Required for examination by the State Level Project Screening Committee).
5	Tie-Up Agreement With Purchasing Company/Firm/Institution (Required for the purchase of the Eligible Crop).

How to Apply in Madhya Pradesh

The applicant Company, Firm, or Institution must prepare and present the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the application to the Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department. The Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture …

Offline The applicant Company, Firm, or Institution must prepare and present the Detailed Project Report (DPR) along with the application to the Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department. The Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department, must establish the necessary administrative arrangements after receiving the proposal under the scheme. The Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department, must examine the received proposals and present them to the State Level Project Screening Committee (SLPSC) for consideration. The State Level Project Screening Committee (SLPSC) may obtain amended proposals after consultation with the applicant institution. The State Level Project Screening Committee (SLPSC) will review the viability (Vyavsayata) of the project and conduct necessary verification (Aparikshan) of the justification of the Proposed Expenditures (Prastavit Vyay). Following the recommendation of the State Level Project Screening Committee (SLPSC), the proposal is sent for final sanction to the Cabinet Committee for Investment Promotion-CCIP. Final sanction for the project proposals is granted by the Cabinet Committee for Investment Promotion-CCIP.

Common questions in Madhya Pradesh

Who can apply for Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme in Madhya Pradesh?

Eligible residents of Madhya Pradesh who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.

What documents are required for Madhya Pradesh Fasal Vividhikaran (Crop Diversification) Encouragement Scheme in Madhya Pradesh?

Applicants in Madhya Pradesh typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any exceptional situations or conditions under which requests for funding capital expenditure might be approved by the sanctioning authorities?

Capital expenditure may be sanctioned only in specific circumstances. This sanction is generally reserved for the acquisition of Critical Equipment. <br>

As an implementing organization, am I permitted to directly procure or buy the diversified crops that are harvested by the participating farmers?

If the applying organization requires capital investment, is there any support provided to help them access funding outside of this specific scheme?

What main areas of operational expenditure are prioritized and typically considered valid for sanctioning under the project activities of this scheme?

What specific types of crops qualify as acceptable alternatives to wheat (Gehun) and paddy (Dhan) when submitting a proposal under this encouragement initiative?

Is it possible for the minimum assistance period of time offered by the State Government to be prolonged if the circumstances warrant such an extension?

What administrative requirements must the applicant entity satisfy concerning its official status and the documentation of its internal operations?

What are the potential regulatory consequences or financial penalties if the sanctioned Company fails to adhere strictly to the terms outlined in the approved Detailed Project Report?

What is the crucial documentation that must be compulsorily submitted along with the initial application when applying to the Director, Farmer Welfare and Agriculture Development Department?

If my organization is selected to execute diversification work, is it required to establish a formal purchasing agreement with another entity?

Are costs related to large infrastructure purchases or fixed assets generally covered and recognized as valid expenses for reimbursement under the scheme guidelines?

Which specific types of entities, such as businesses or organizations, are deemed eligible to submit proposals and act as applicants for this encouragement scheme?

For how long should a successful applicant organization expect to receive financial assistance and support from the State Government under this program?

What specific educational or guidance role must the implementing entity fulfill regarding the cultivation methods used by the participating farmers?