National Mission on Edible Oil- Oil Palm: Nursery

Description
The scheme component "Nursery" 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 the state by providing financial assistance to farmers for establishing oil palm nurseries. This initiative seeks to increase domestic production, thereby reducing the import of oil palm from abroad and strengthening the agricultural economy.

Benefits
• Subsidy: ₹40,00,000/- per nursery.
• Capacity: 10 hectares for ₹1,00,000 worth of saplings.

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 main aim of the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery" scheme component?
A: The primary objective of the &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery&quot; scheme is to promote the cultivation of oil palm in Gujarat by providing substantial financial assistance to farmers for establishing oil palm nurseries, thereby increasing domestic production and reducing the country&#39;s dependency on imports.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery" scheme component?
A: The scheme is open to all farmers residing in Gujarat.
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Q: What type of financial assistance is offered under the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery" scheme component?
A: Under the &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery&quot; scheme, eligible farmers receive a subsidy of ₹40,00,000/- for each nursery with a capacity of 10 hectares for ₹1,00,000/- worth of saplings, which helps them establish a productive oil palm nursery.
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Q: Is there any frequency or time limit for availing the benefit under the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery" scheme component?
A: The benefit under the &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery&quot; scheme can be availed only once in a lifetime, ensuring that the financial support is extended fairly to more farmers over time.
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Q: Does the scheme component give any preference to specific categories of farmers?
A: The &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery&quot; scheme does not specify any reservation, priority, or relaxation criteria for particular categories of farmers as per the current guidelines.
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Q: Who is the implementing agency for the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery" scheme component?
A: The &quot;National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Nursery&quot; scheme is implemented by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat.
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Q: How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme component?
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 scheme component?
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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