Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)

Description
The scheme "Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture HRT-2 " by the Agriculture and Co-operation Department, Government of Gujarat aims to ensure the integrated development of horticulture in the state by providing financial support to farmers for activities such as post-harvest management, farm mechanization, crop processing, market linkage, and infrastructure development. The scheme enables support for exhibitions, seminars, krishimelas, stall rentals, sea/air fridge subsidy for exports, electricity subsidy for greenhouse and tissue culture labs, and assistance for hi-tech greenhouse/polyhouse/net house development.

Benefits
• **Promotional Activities Support:** Provides assistance for publications, exhibitions, competition seminars, Krishi Mela, and stall rental payments related to horticultural crops. - **Farm Mechanization:** Offers support for farm mechanization, including subsidies for power tillers and mini tractors. - **Processing Unit Establishment:** Facilitates the establishment of new distillation units for medicinal/aromatic crops and new processing units for cashew and other fruit crops. - **Export Subsidies:** Provides sea freight subsidy for the export of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants, and air freight subsidy for the export of horticultural produce. - **Market Rate Control:** Supports Minimum Support Price (MSP) to horticultural crops for control of market rates. - **Utility Bill Subsidies:** Offers subsidy on electricity bills for Greenhouse and Tissue Culture Laboratory. - **Equipment Provision:** Aids in the provision of harvesting equipment, processing equipment, and crop protection equipment. - **Post-Harvest Management:** Provides subsidy on packing materials for Post-harvest management of horticultural produce. - **Protected Cultivation Infrastructure:** Supports the establishment of various structures including Hi-tech Greenhouse (Fan and Pad), PolyHouse (Naturally Ventilated), Net House, kaccha mandap of tomato/chili and other vegetable trellises, Half-lined pedal for climber vegetables, Lined pedal for climber vegetables, and Plug Nursery. - **Irrigation Infrastructure:** Supports the establishment of Water storage tanks for Drip Irrigation.
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Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant should be a farmer based in Gujarat.
2. - The applicant should be engaged in horticultural activities eligible under the scheme.
3. - The applicant must possess valid land ownership records such as 7/12 Certificate.
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Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Copy of KHEDUT.
• Ration Card.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)” in Gujarat?
A: The “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)” aims to provide holistic support to horticulture farmers in Gujarat by offering financial assistance for post-harvest management, farm mechanization, processing units, marketing infrastructure, and export-related subsidies to enhance productivity and profitability in the horticultural sector.
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Q: Who is eligible to apply for benefits under the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”?
A: Any individual engaged in horticultural farming activities and residing within the state of Gujarat is eligible to apply for the scheme, provided they meet the basic documentation and land ownership requirements as outlined in the scheme guidelines.
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Q: What kind of financial support is offered under the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”?
A: The scheme offers a wide range of financial support, including subsidies for crop processing units, farm mechanization, greenhouse and polyhouse structures, export promotion through air and sea refrigeration subsidies, electricity bill reimbursement, and assistance for events like exhibitions, krishimelas, and horticulture seminars.
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Q: Is there any cost associated with the application process under this scheme?
A: There is no cost associated with applying for the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”, and the application can be submitted free of charge through the official online portal.
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Q: What documents are mandatory for applying under the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”?
A: Applicants must upload scanned copies of essential documents such as the Aadhaar Card, 7/12 land ownership certificate, KHEDUT registration proof, ration card, and a duly filled application form available on the iKhedut portal.
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Q: Is land ownership a compulsory requirement for applying under the scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant must possess valid land ownership documents such as the 7/12 certificate in order to be eligible for financial assistance under the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”.
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Q: Does the scheme provide assistance for export-related infrastructure and activities?
A: Yes, the scheme provides specific support in the form of air fridge and sea fridge subsidies to encourage and facilitate the export of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants produced by horticulture farmers in Gujarat.
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Q: What kind of infrastructure development is supported under this scheme?
A: Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided for the development of infrastructure such as hi-tech greenhouses with fan and pad systems, naturally ventilated polyhouses, net houses, water storage tanks for drip irrigation, crop trellising systems, and plug nurseries.
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Q: Is there a facility to track the application status once it is submitted online?
A: Yes, once the application is submitted through the iKhedut portal, applicants can log in with their credentials to check the real-time status of their application and receive updates regarding approval or disbursement.
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Q: Through which platform can a farmer submit an application for the “Scheme for Integrated Development for Horticulture (HRT-2)”?
A: Farmers must submit their application online through the Government of Gujarat’s official agricultural service platform, known as the iKhedut portal, which is accessible at: [https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/signup](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/signup).
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