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New Establishment of Fruit Orchards

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About this scheme

The "New Establishment of Fruit Orchards" is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented by the Horticulture Department, Government of Rajasthan with 60% Central Government funding and 40% State Government funding. The scheme aims to promote the establishment and expansion of new fruit orchards by providing subsidy assistance to eligible farmers. Financial assistance is available for approved fruit crops under the National Horticulture Mission based on prescribed unit costs. Subsidy is provided for plantation materials, fertilizers, plant protection chemicals, and drip irrigation, subject to the prescribed conditions and survival of plants. The subsidy is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through RTGS.

Benefits

Subsidy for High-Value Crop (Papaya):

  • Subsidy up to ₹30,000/- per hectare (without drip irrigation integration).
  • Subsidy up to ₹80,000/- per hectare (with drip irrigation integration).
  • Assistance available for a maximum of 4 hectares per beneficiary.

Subsidy for High Density Orchards:

  • Financial assistance is available for approved crops such as Mango, Guava and Pomegranate.
  • Subsidy amount varies according to crop, spacing, and approved unit cost.
  • Maximum eligible area is 4 hectares per beneficiary.

Subsidy for Normal Density Orchards:

  • Financial assistance is available for Aonla, Ber, Citrus (Orange, Sweet Lime, Lemon), Guava, Mango, and Pomegranate.
  • Subsidy amount depends on crop and approved unit cost.
  • Maximum eligible area is 4 hectares per beneficiary.

Additional Subsidy:

  • An additional 25% Top-up Subsidy is available under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Saathi Yojana, increasing the subsidy limit from 50% to 75%, subject to scheme provisions.

Tribal Area Benefit:

  • Subsidy is available at 50% of the approved unit cost for Scheduled Tribe areas.

Who is Eligible

The following categories of citizens are eligible for setting up new fruit orchards:

  1. Farmers.

How to Apply

Online - via CSC

Step 1: Visit the official website.
Step 2: Click on "Login using SSO ID" or "Login using Jan Aadhaar ID".
Step 3: Complete the online application form for the scheme.
Step 4: Upload the required supporting documents.
Step 5: Submit the application online.
Step 6: The competent committee will verify the site suitability and documents.
Step 7: After approval, the beneficiary may undertake construction according to prescribed standards.
Step 8: Physical verification will be conducted after completion of the work.
Step 9: Eligible subsidy will be released through DBT as per the prescribed installment pattern.

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Documents Required

  1. Aadhaar Card Copy
    1. Bank Passbook Copy
    2. Jamabandi Copy
    3. Farmer's Affidavit
    4. Soil and Water Testing Report (As Mentioned in the Affidavit)
    5. Jan Aadhaar Card / Bhamashah Card Copy

Who Is Not Eligible


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the objective of this scheme?

The scheme aims to promote the establishment of new fruit orchards by providing subsidy assistance to farmers for plantation materials, drip irrigation, fertilizers, and plant protection chemicals.

Who can apply under this scheme?

Any eligible farmer can apply under the scheme.

Which department implements the scheme?

The scheme is implemented by the Horticulture Department, Government of Rajasthan.

Is this a Centrally Sponsored Scheme?

Yes. It is implemented with 60% Central Government funding and 40% State Government funding.

What is the minimum land required to receive assistance?

The applicant must have at least 0.4 hectare of land, while Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe farmers and farmers in tribal areas can apply with 0.2 hectare.

What is the maximum area eligible for subsidy?

A beneficiary can receive a subsidy for up to 4 hectares.

Is drip irrigation compulsory?

Yes. Drip irrigation is mandatory except for eligible farmers in tribal areas establishing orchards on less than 0.4 hectare.

How is the subsidy paid?

The subsidy is transferred directly to the beneficiary's bank account through RTGS.

Is the subsidy released in a single installment?

No. The subsidy is released in installments based on plantation progress and plant survival.

Is additional financial assistance available?

Yes. An additional 25% Top-up Subsidy is available under the Mukhyamantri Krishak Saathi Yojana, subject to scheme provisions.

Which fruit crops are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers approved fruit crops, including Papaya, Mango, Guava, Pomegranate, Aonla, Ber, Orange, Sweet Lime and Lemon.

Can farmers purchase planting material from private nurseries?

Yes. Accredited private nurseries may be used if the preferred government sources are unavailable.

Is online application available?

Yes. Applications can be submitted online through the Raj Kisan portal.

Is there any benefit for tribal areas?

Yes. Farmers in Scheduled Tribe areas are eligible for subsidy at the prescribed rate and certain relaxations in the minimum area and drip irrigation requirement.

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