Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows

Description
The “Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to encourage and support farmers who engage in natural farming practices that rely on indigenous cows. By covering part of the maintenance expenses for one native cow, the government promotes eco-friendly agriculture, reduces the cost of cultivation, and ensures better soil health.

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Benefits
• ₹900/- per month (₹10,800/- annually) assistance for maintaining one indigenous cow.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a farmer.
2. The applicant must be practicing natural farming on at least 1 acre (40 guntha) of land.
3. The applicant must own a native (indigenous) cow with an identification tag.
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5. - Priority will be given to farmers practicing natural agriculture and master trainers who have received training in natural agriculture from certified trainers.
6. - Assistance to one beneficiary per account (as per sample number 8-A).

Required Documents
• Proof of natural farming on 1 acre (40 guntha) land.
• Aadhar Card of the applicant.
• Bank account details.
• Proof of ownership of an indigenous cow with an identification tag.
• Training certificate (if the applicant is a trained master farmer).
• Certificate of existence of the cow.
• Any other documents as required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the "Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows" scheme?
A: The purpose of this scheme is to financially support farmers who practice natural farming using indigenous cows by providing maintenance assistance for one native cow.
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Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: The scheme provides ₹900/- per month, totaling ₹10,800/- annually, as assistance for maintaining one indigenous cow.
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Q: Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
A: Farmers who are practicing natural farming on at least one acre of land and own a native cow with an identification tag are eligible for the scheme.
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Q: Can a farmer receive the benefit more than once?
A: No, the assistance under this scheme is provided only once to each eligible beneficiary.
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Q: Is training in natural farming required to apply for the scheme?
A: While not mandatory, preference is given to farmers who have received certified training in natural farming or who are recognized as master trainers.
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Q: What happens if the cow does not have an identification tag at the time of application?
A: If the cow is not tagged, the farmer must ensure the tag is attached within seven days, failing which the application may be rejected.
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Q: Where can a farmer apply for this scheme?
A: A farmer can apply for the scheme through the official [iKhedut ](https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/)portal.
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Q: What is the process of verification after application submission?
A: After submission, the documents are verified by BTM/ATM and further validated by a three-member field verification team including officials like Gram Sevak or Horticulture Officer.
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Q: Is the assistance applicable for cows of all breeds?
A: No, the assistance is strictly provided for indigenous (native) cow breeds only.
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Q: Can two farmers from the same family apply for the scheme?
A: No, only one beneficiary per account or household is allowed to receive assistance under the scheme.