Spice Area Expansion
in Uttarakhand
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Spice Area Expansion in Uttarakhand
Spice Area Expansion is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Uttarakhand.
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Scheme Overview
The scheme aims to promote and expand the cultivation of high-value spices such as ginger, chili, turmeric, and garlic among farmers by providing quality seeds and tubers at a subsidized rate, thereby increasing spice production and enhancing farmers’ income in Uttarakhand.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand.
The applicant must be a farmer and hold a Udhyan Card.
The farmer must either own agricultural land or have land on lease.
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Benefits
To promote spice cultivation among farmers, spice seeds and tubers (ginger, chili, turmeric, and garlic) are provided at a 50% subsidy on the total cost, up to ₹15,000/- per hectare. These seeds are available for a maximum of 4 hectares of land.
For example, if 1 kg of ginger costs ₹200/-, the farmer pays ₹100/- to the concerned Horticulture Mobile team Center, while the government bears the remaining ₹100/- as a subsidy, allowing the farmer to obtain the tuber for ₹100/-.
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Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Land-related documents, such as Khasra and Khatauni (lease certificate, in case of leased land) |
| 2 | Aadhaar Card |
| 3 | PAN Card |
| 4 | Udhyan Card |
| 5 | Bank account details |
| 6 | Mobile Number |
| 7 | Other supporting documents as required |
Common questions in Uttarakhand
Who can apply for Spice Area Expansion in Uttarakhand?
Eligible residents of Uttarakhand who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Spice Area Expansion. Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Spice Area Expansion in Uttarakhand?
Applicants in Uttarakhand typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Farmers who own land or have leased land and are holders of a garden/horticulture card are eligible. <br>