National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation

Description
The scheme component "Drip Irrigation" launched under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm" scheme by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to promote oil palm cultivation in Gujarat to meet domestic demand and reduce dependence on imports. The scheme facilitates the installation of drip irrigation systems for farmers, ensuring efficient water use and improved productivity. The subsidy is provided as per the norms of the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana PMKSY , with differential rates for small & marginal farmers and other farmers.

Benefits
• For Small & Marginal Farmers: 55% subsidy.
• For Other Farmers: 45% subsidy.

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a farmer.
2. - The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.
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Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card.
• Land Record 7-12 and 8-A.
• Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).
• Disability Certificate from Competent Authority (if applicable).

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the primary objective of the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation"?
A: The primary objective of the scheme &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation&quot; is to increase the production of oil palm within Gujarat and to reduce the state’s dependency on importing oil palm from other countries.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation"?
A: Any farmer in Gujarat who is engaged in oil palm cultivation and intends to install a drip irrigation system for this crop is eligible to apply for the scheme &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation&quot;.
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Q: What type of benefit is offered under the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation"?
A: The scheme &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation&quot; offers a financial subsidy for the installation of drip irrigation systems, with subsidy rates determined as per the PMKSY norms for different categories of farmers.
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Q: What is the subsidy percentage for small and marginal farmers under the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation"?
A: Under the scheme &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation&quot;, small and marginal farmers are eligible to receive a subsidy amounting to 55% of the approved unit cost for the installation of drip irrigation systems.
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Q: What is the subsidy percentage for other farmers under the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation"?
A: Under the scheme &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Drip Irrigation&quot;, farmers other than small and marginal farmers are eligible to receive a subsidy amounting to 45% of the approved unit cost for the installation of drip irrigation systems.
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Q: Which department is responsible for implementing the scheme?
A: The scheme is implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Gujarat, which is responsible for overseeing its execution and ensuring that the intended benefits reach the targeted farmers.
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Q: How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme?
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 the "Establishment of Seed Garden" scheme?
A: Applicants are required to submit their Aadhaar Card, Land Records 7-12 and 8-A, Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque, and if applicable, a Caste Certificate or Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority.
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