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Clear filtersPlant Protection Scheme
This scheme is run by the Government of Meghalaya to help farmers and horticulturists protect their crops from pests, diseases, weeds, and rodents. It provides bio-pesticides and bio-agents (natural pest controllers) along with equipment at a 50% subsidy. This encourages farmers to use environment-friendly pest management methods instead of harmful chemical pesticides.
View DetailsDistribution of Nuclear Poly Hedrosis Virus
This scheme provides subsidized Nuclear Poly Hedrosis Virus (NPV) to farmers who grow pulses on seed farms. NPV is a natural pest control product that helps protect pulse crops from harmful insects. The scheme aims to support farmers in using biological pest management methods while maintaining seed quality. It is implemented at the state level in Tamil Nadu to promote sustainable and cost-effective farming practices.
View DetailsScheme for Assistance on Purchase of Smartphone by the Farmers
This scheme is run by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department of Gujarat. It provides financial assistance to farmers to purchase smartphones. The aim is to help farmers access useful information like weather updates, pest control techniques, agricultural technology, and government welfare schemes through their phones.
View DetailsTraining of Farmers on Pulses Production Technologies
This scheme provides training and education to farmers in Tamil Nadu on modern technologies and best practices for growing pulses like dal, gram, and lentils. The training aims to help farmers increase their crop yield and improve farming efficiency. Farmers learn about improved varieties, soil management, pest control, and harvesting techniques. The scheme is designed to make pulse farming more profitable and sustainable for agricultural communities.
View DetailsBio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme
This scheme, run by the Department of Agriculture in Meghalaya, establishes Bio Control and Pesticides Testing Laboratories to produce beneficial bio-agents like Trichoderma and Trichogramma. These agents are distributed to farmers for organic plant health management and pest control. The scheme promotes organic farming practices and reduces dependence on chemical pesticides while improving crop productivity.
View DetailsCoffee Development Programme in Non-Traditional Areas (NTA) : Support for Coffee Consolidation
The Coffee Development Programme in Non-Traditional Areas (NTA) is run by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It aims to help coffee growers improve the productivity of their existing coffee farms. The scheme focuses on rejuvenating old coffee plants, filling gaps in plantations, and teaching better farming methods like composting, proper shade management, and pest control.
View DetailsAgriculture Research Stations and Laboratories Scheme
This scheme, run by the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, operates research stations and laboratories in Meghalaya to test different crops and farming methods. Scientists conduct adaptive research trials on farmers' fields to find which crops work best in the local climate. The scheme also tests and promotes the use of bio-pesticides and natural pest control agents instead of harmful chemicals.
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