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Subsidized Distribution of Hybrid Seeds & Organic Fertilizers for Tribal Farmers (Castor Cake / Neem Cake / LFOM)
Gujarat
Horticulture Department
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Subsidized Distribution of Hybrid Seeds & Organic Fertilizers for Tribal Farmers (Castor Cake / Neem Cake / LFOM)
Application Start Date
01 Apr 2026
Last Date to Apply
31 Mar 2027
Scheme Overview & Benefits
To replenish organic carbon in degraded soils and maximize agricultural yields in tribal areas, this scheme provides high-value agricultural inputs to Scheduled Tribe (ST) farmers at 75% to 90% government subsidies. Under the Fertilizer Control Order (FCO 1985 Schedule IV & V), farmers receive heavy subsidies on certified organic manures including Castor Cake (દિવેલી ખોળ), Neem Cake (લીંબોળી ખોળ), and Liquid Fermented Organic Manure (LFOM) at 75% of the purchase cost or up to ₹3,375 per beneficiary. Additionally, high-yielding certified hybrid seeds of maize, pulses, and oilseeds, along with green manure seeds (Daincha / Sunhemp for soil incorporation), are distributed at nominal rates to ensure bumper harvests.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant must be a resident of Gujarat belonging to a notified Scheduled Tribe (ST).
The applicant must be a practicing farmer owning agricultural land in tribal belts of Gujarat.
Valid ST Caste Certificate, Aadhaar card, and 7/12 & 8-A land records are required.
The assistance/supplies can be obtained through the local Village Gram Sevak, Taluka Agricultural Officer (TAO), or empanelled cooperative/GSFC outlets.
Applications/indent forms can be submitted throughout the year up to 31/03/2027.
The applicant must be a practicing farmer owning agricultural land in tribal belts of Gujarat.
Valid ST Caste Certificate, Aadhaar card, and 7/12 & 8-A land records are required.
The assistance/supplies can be obtained through the local Village Gram Sevak, Taluka Agricultural Officer (TAO), or empanelled cooperative/GSFC outlets.
Applications/indent forms can be submitted throughout the year up to 31/03/2027.
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Quick Information
- State / Level: Gujarat
- Administering Department: Horticulture Department
- Application Start Date: 01 Apr 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 31 Mar 2027
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