Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties

Description
The "Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to promote the cultivation and production of local cotton seed varieties across Gujarat. Under this scheme, eligible farmers receive financial assistance of ₹750/- per quintal for certified seeds, as approved by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency.

Benefits
• An amount of 750/- per quintal (for foundation and certified seeds certified by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency).

Eligibility Criteria
1. - The applicant must be a farmer.
2. - The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat.
3. - The applicant should be involved in producing certified or foundation cotton seeds.

Required Documents
• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties" scheme?
A: The objective of the "Scheme of Production of Domestic Indigenous Certified Seed of Cotton Varieties" scheme is to promote the cultivation and production of local cotton seed varieties across Gujarat. It supports farmers in producing foundation and certified cotton seeds, enhancing seed self-reliance and promoting the use of indigenous cotton strains.

Q: What kind of financial assistance is provided to the farmers through this scheme?
A: Under this scheme, the Government of Gujarat provides financial assistance at the rate of ₹750 per quintal for the production of foundation and certified seeds, provided that the seeds are certified by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency.
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Q: Is the scheme open to all farmers regardless of their income level or social category?
A: Yes, the scheme is designed to be inclusive and is open to all farmers in the state of Gujarat, without any restrictions based on income level, educational background, caste, religion, or gender.
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Q: Is seed certification mandatory to receive financial assistance under this scheme?
A: Yes, in order to avail the financial benefits under this scheme, it is mandatory that the seeds produced by the farmer are certified by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency.
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Q: What types of seeds are eligible for financial support under this scheme?
A: Only indigenous varieties of cotton seeds that fall under the categories of foundation seeds and certified seeds and are approved by the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency are eligible for financial support.
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Q: What is the purpose of requiring a 7/12 certificate while applying for this scheme?
A: The 7/12 certificate serves as proof of land ownership or lawful cultivation rights, and it is required to verify that the applicant is indeed a practicing farmer engaged in agriculture within Gujarat.
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Q: How is the subsidy amount disbursed to the selected beneficiaries under the scheme?
A: The subsidy amount of ₹750/- per quintal is transferred directly to the bank account of the beneficiary farmer after successful verification and approval of the application and seed certification.
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Q: What role does the Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency play in the implementation of this scheme?
A: The Gujarat State Seed Certification Agency is responsible for evaluating and certifying the quality of foundation and certified seeds produced by the farmers, which is a prerequisite for receiving financial assistance.
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Q: Is there any application fee or processing charge for applying to this scheme?
A: No, the Government of Gujarat does not charge any fee for applying to this scheme, and the entire application process is provided free of cost through the official iKhedut portal.
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Q: Through which platform can eligible farmers submit their applications for this scheme?
A: Eligible farmers can submit their applications only through the official online platform of the Government of Gujarat, which is the [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/)portal.