Showing 1–10 of 10 schemes
Clear filtersNational Food Security Mission NFSM
The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) is a central government initiative run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Launched in 2007-08, it aims to increase production of food crops including rice, wheat, pulses, coarse cereals, and nutri-cereals across India. The mission also supports commercial crops like sugarcane, jute, and cotton to boost agricultural productivity and food security.
View DetailsDistribution of Pulses
The Distribution of Pulses scheme is run by the Department of Food, Public Distribution, and Consumer Affairs in Jharkhand. It aims to ensure food security and better nutrition for poor families by providing pulses (dal) at affordable, subsidized rates. The scheme targets eligible households registered under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and Jharkhand State Food Security Scheme (JSFSS).
View DetailsProduction Of Certified Seeds
The Production of Certified Seeds scheme is a Tamil Nadu agricultural initiative that supports farmers in producing certified seeds, particularly for pulses. The scheme provides financial assistance to encourage the cultivation and certification of high-quality seeds. This helps improve agricultural productivity and ensures farmers have access to certified, disease-free seed material. The scheme is designed to boost seed production while supporting rural livelihoods.
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 DetailsProduction of Foundation Seeds
This scheme supports farmers in Tamil Nadu who want to grow foundation seeds for pulses like chickpea, pigeon pea, and lentils. It is run by the Tamil Nadu government's agriculture department to increase quality seed production. The scheme provides subsidies to help farmers establish and maintain seed farms, with special support for SC/ST farmers and women farmers.
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 DetailsWinter Cropping & Development of Cultivable Land Scheme
This scheme is run by the Government of Meghalaya to encourage farmers to grow crops during the winter season when farming is normally slow. It aims to bring more land under cultivation and increase production of cereals, pulses, oilseeds, and vegetables during the Rabi (winter) season. The scheme provides support through subsidies on inputs and free distribution of seeds and materials to help farmers adopt winter cropping.
View DetailsSeed Farms Scheme
The Seed Farms Scheme, run by the Government of Meghalaya, aims to produce high-quality seeds of cereals, pulses, and oilseeds. It also supports the raising of horticultural seedlings such as orange, coconut, and arecanut. The scheme distributes these seeds and seedlings to farmers and cultivators to improve agricultural productivity in Meghalaya.
View DetailsSeed Multiplication Scheme of Paddy, Millets, Pulses, Oilseeds and Cotton
This scheme, run by the Department of Agriculture in Tamil Nadu, helps farmers produce high-quality seeds of paddy, millets, pulses, oilseeds, and cotton. Farmers can grow seeds under a contract arrangement with the government. The scheme provides financial support to encourage seed production and improve the availability of good quality seeds for other farmers.
View DetailsPipes Carrying Water From Source To Field-Pulses ISPOM
Pulses ISPOM is a Tamil Nadu agricultural scheme that helps farmers install water pipes to transport water from the source to their fields. The scheme provides financial assistance to reduce the cost of setting up irrigation pipe infrastructure. This supports farmers growing pulses by improving water access and irrigation efficiency on their farms.
View Details