Mushroom Kit Vitaran

Description
The “Mushroom Kit Vitaran” scheme launched by the Department of Agriculture, Bihar, aims to encourage farmers and individuals to engage in mushroom cultivation by providing high-quality mushroom kits at a 90% subsidy and through training programs.

Benefits
• **Subsidized Mushroom Kits:** Kits provided at ₹60/- each with a 90% subsidy. - **High-Quality Materials:** Kits weigh 5 kg and include 100 grams of superior mushroom spawn. - **Training Support:** 2-days group training is provided, with a daily allowance of ₹1000/- per farmer.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a resident of Bihar.
2. The applicant should be a farmer.
3. The applicant must be registered on the DBT portal.
4. Farmers who have taken advantage of the scheme in the last three years (202-22, 2022-23 and 2023-24) will not be given the benefit of the scheme this year.
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7. The benefit of this scheme will be given only once to one member of the family.
8. Beneficiaries will be selected on first come first serve basis.
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Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: Visit the registration page of the DBT portal.
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Step 1: Visit the registration page of the DBT portal.

Step 2: Step 2: Select Aadhaar verification type: OTP/ BIO-AUTH/ IRIS.
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Step 2: Select Aadhaar verification type: OTP/ BIO-AUTH/ IRIS.

Step 3: Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and Name as per Aadhaar. Click on “Authentication”.
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Step 3: Enter your Aadhaar number and Name as per Aadhaar. Click on “Authentication”.

Step 4: Step 4: Enter the OTP. Click on “Validate OTP”.
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Step 4: Enter the OTP. Click on “Validate OTP”.

Step 5: Step 5: Now confirm the details about the “Kisan Credit Card (KCC)” Details. Click on “Farmer Registration”.
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Step 5: Now confirm the details about the “Kisan Credit Card (KCC)” Details. Click on “Farmer Registration”.

Step 6: Step 6: In the Registration Page, fill in all the details properly i.e. Farmer details, Land information, Bank account details and click on “Submit”.
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Step 6: In the Registration Page, fill in all the details properly i.e. Farmer details, Land information, Bank account details and click on “Submit”.

Step 7: Step 7: Validate with OTP. Click on “Register” to generate the Registration Id.
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Step 7: Validate with OTP. Click on “Register” to generate the Registration Id.

Step 8: Step 1: Visit the official website.
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Step 1: Visit the official website.

Step 9: Step 2: Scroll to bottom and confirm the checkbox. Click on “Proceed to apply”.
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Step 2: Scroll to bottom and confirm the checkbox. Click on “Proceed to apply”.

Step 10: Step 3: In the next page select the “Type of Applicant” and enter the “DBT Registration Number of Kisan”. Click on “Get details”.
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Step 3: In the next page select the “Type of Applicant” and enter the “DBT Registration Number of Kisan”. Click on “Get details”.

Step 11: Step 4: Fill in the required details i.e. Address, Land Details, etc, and upload documents.
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Step 4: Fill in the required details i.e. Address, Land Details, etc, and upload documents.

Step 12: Step 5: Confirm the checkbox and then click on “Submit”.
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Step 5: Confirm the checkbox and then click on “Submit”.

Step 13: Step 6: An “Application Number” will be generated. Keep this for future reference.
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Step 6: An “Application Number” will be generated. Keep this for future reference.

Step 14: Step 7: Printout of the filled in application also can be taken using the Print option.
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Step 7: Printout of the filled in application also can be taken using the Print option.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Details (Should be linked with mobile number).
• Passport Size Photo.
• Farmer details.
• Land information.
• Bank account.
• Passport Size Photo.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the “Mushroom Kit Vitaran” scheme?
A: The Mushroom Kit Vitaran scheme is a government initiative aimed at promoting mushroom cultivation by providing farmers with highly subsidized mushroom kits and necessary training.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Farmers who have not benefited from the scheme in the last three years are eligible to apply.

Q: Is it mandatory for applicants to own land to avail of this scheme?
A: No, land ownership is not mandatory for availing of the benefits of this scheme.

Q: What is the cost of a mushroom kit under this scheme?
A: The unit cost of a mushroom kit is [?]60/-, and the government provides a 90% subsidy, significantly reducing the cost for farmers.

Q: What is the quantity of kits an applicant can receive under the scheme?
A: An applicant can receive a minimum of 25 kits and a maximum of 100 kits under this scheme.

Q: What are the specifications of the mushroom kits provided?
A: Each mushroom kit weighs 5 kg and contains 100 grams of high-quality mushroom spawn.

Q: Where is the training for mushroom cultivation conducted?
A: Training is conducted at locations such as the Center of Excellence, Krishi Vigyan Kendras, Agricultural Universities, and Horticulture Colleges.

Q: What is the duration and support provided for the training?
A: The training is a two-day program and a provision of [?]1,000/- per farmer per day is allocated.

Q: Can more than one member of a family benefit from this scheme?
A: No, only one member per family is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme.

Q: What percentage of subsidy is provided on mushroom kits?
A: The government provides a 90% subsidy on the unit cost of the mushroom kits.

Q: What support does the scheme provide during the training program?
A: The scheme allocates [?]1,000/- per farmer per day to cover expenses related to the training program, ensuring farmers receive proper guidance and resources.