Semi-Commercial Duck Farming

Description
The scheme “Semi-Commercial Duck Farming” started under the State Sector Scheme "Encouragement of Commercial Poultry Entrepreneur and Promotion of Backyard Poultry Production" to support small entrepreneurs in setting up Duck farms with a capacity of 1000 ducks. Under this new State plan scheme, individual farmers will be supported for taking up semi-commercial duck rearing with a subsidy of 40% subsidy. Aim: The scheme aims to support 100 individual farmers in setting up semi-commercial duckery units with a capacity of 1000 ducks per unit. Objective: - To strengthen the local production systems for enhancing livelihoods and for the generation of additional income among the farmers through duck rearing. - To support nutritional requirements through the production of animal protein. - To build the capacity of farmers for undertaking semi-commercial duck farming as a profitable enterprise.

Benefits
• The individual beneficiary will be provided a maximum of 40% subsidy.
• Training will be organized at the Block Head Quarter level or any other convenient place after the final approval of the list.
• Each beneficiary will be trained on recommended management practices on feeding and watering, brooding and rearing young ducks, record keeping, etc.
• The concerned Livestock Inspectors, Gomitras and PraniMitras will guide the beneficiaries in field for managing the duck units.
• Routine vaccination of birds on a priority basis.
• The Block Veterinary Officer (BVO) will provide all technical guidance to the farmer for maintaining proper veterinary health care and immunization of the ducks.
• The beneficiary shall directly procure quality ducklings from reputed sources which will be facilitated by the respective BVOs.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Odisha.
2. Individuals, farmers, and entrepreneurs will be eligible to avail of support under the scheme.
3. All beneficiaries covered under the Scheme should mandatorily be Aadhaar linked to avoid duplication.
4. The beneficiaries who have availed of subsidy previously in a similar scheme should not be included.

Application Process
Step 1: Registration Process:
Online — https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/citizen-portal/login

Registration Process:

Required Documents
• Identification Proof (Aadhaar Card)
• Aadhaar-linked Bank A/C No. with IFS Code for DBT (Photocopy)
• Residence proof
• Passport-size photograph
• Land document/lease deed photocopy

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the aim of the scheme?
A: The scheme aims to support 100 individual farmers in setting up semi-commercial duckery units with a capacity of 1000 ducks per unit.

Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of this scheme is to strengthen the local production systems for enhancing livelihoods and for the generation of additional income among the farmers through duck rearing, support nutritional requirements through the production of animal protein and build the capacity of farmers for undertaking semi-commercial duck farming as a profitable enterprise.

Q: By which department was this scheme launched?
A: Fisheries & Animal Resources Development Department, Odisha

Q: Who is eligible to apply under scheme?
A: Individual farmers/ entrepreneurs will be eligible to avail support under the scheme.

Q: Who will not be included in the scheme?
A: The beneficiaries, those who have availed of subsidy previously in similar schemes should not be included.

Q: How much subsidy will be given to the beneficiary?
A: The individual beneficiary will be provided a maximum of 40% subsidy.

Q: How will the subsidy be released to the individual beneficiary?
A: The subsidy will be released in two phases through DBT mode to the individual beneficiary.

Q: How Can I apply for the scheme?
A: An eligible applicant may apply through both Online & Offline Mode.

Q: Who are the members of the Block Level Inspection Team?
A: The Block Level Inspection Team shall comprise the following members -BVO/AVAS, Panchayat Extension Officer of the G.P. & Concerned Livestock Inspector/ Veterinary Technician (VT) / Sub Assistant Veterinary Surgeon (SAVS).

Q: How to register online?
A: In case of new users, please select Register, enter your aadhaar, and set a password to create the account. https://sugam.odisha.gov.in/website/citizen-portal/login

Q: I have forgotten my password. What should I do?
A: In case you do not remember your password please click on 'Forgot Password' and enter your mobile number and a text message will be sent to you for the next steps.