Promotion of Integrated Pest/Nutrient Management
About this scheme
The "Promotion of Integrated Pest/Nutrient Management" is a centrally sponsored scheme implemented by the Horticulture Department, Government of Rajasthan, with 60% Central Government funding and 40% State Government funding, and aims to promote Integrated Pest Management and Integrated Nutrient Management through subsidy support to farmers. The scheme provides financial assistance for adopting approved IPM/INM practices in horticulture crops. Subsidy is available for eligible bio-pesticides and pest management inputs under the recommended modules. The programme is implemented according to prescribed IPM recommendations and region-specific scientific recommendations wherever applicable. The subsidy is released through RTGS or, in specified cases, to the supplying agency.
Benefits
Subsidy:
- Subsidy of 30% of the cost, subject to a maximum of ₹1,200/- per hectare.
- Subsidy is available for a maximum area of 4 hectares per beneficiary.
- A farmer is eligible for assistance under Integrated Pest Management and Integrated Nutrient Management; however, the subsidy shall not exceed ₹1,200/- per hectare.
Eligible Inputs
Subsidy is available for approved IPM inputs such as:
- Bacillus thuringiensis
- Nuclear Polyhedrosis Virus (NPV)
- Trichocards
- Trichoderma
- Neem-based pesticides
- Pheromone traps
- Light traps
- Other approved bio-pesticides under the IPM module
Who is Eligible
- The applicant must be a farmer.
How to Apply
Online - via CSC
- Mode of Application: Online - Mode of Online Application: E-Mitra - Applicants can apply by visiting their nearest E-Mitra center or online through their own E-Mitra account.
Note: Applying for a vermicompost unit is free.
Documents Required
- Jamabandi Copy
- Aadhaar Card Copy
- Bank Passbook Copy
- Jan Aadhaar/Bhamashah Card Copy
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to promote Integrated Pest Management and Integrated Nutrient Management by providing subsidy support to farmers.
- Which department implements the scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Horticulture Department, Government of Rajasthan.
- Is the scheme centrally sponsored?
Yes. The scheme is centrally sponsored with 60% Central Government funding and 40% State Government funding.
- Who is eligible to apply under the scheme?
A farmer is eligible to apply under the scheme.
- What subsidy is provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides a subsidy of 30% of the cost, subject to a maximum of ₹1,200/- per hectare.
- What is the maximum area eligible for subsidy?
A beneficiary can receive subsidy for a maximum of 4 hectares.
- Can a farmer receive assistance for both IPM and INM?
Yes. A farmer is eligible for both, but the subsidy cannot exceed ₹1,200/- per hectare.
- Which inputs are covered under the IPM module?
The module includes approved bio-pesticides such as Bacillus thuringiensis, NPV, Trichocards, Trichoderma, neem-based pesticides, pheromone traps, and light traps.
- When should chemical pesticides be used?
Chemical pesticides should be used only when pest management through bio-pesticides is not effective, as they are the final option.
- How can a farmer apply for the scheme?
The applicant can apply online through the nearest e-Mitra kiosk or through their own e-Mitra account.
- Is there any application fee?
No. The application form is free of cost fot offline.
- How is the subsidy paid?
The subsidy is paid through RTGS or, in specified cases, directly to the supplying agency.
- What is the scheme delivery time?
The scheme delivery time is 180 days.
- Can the subsidy be paid to the supplying agency?
Yes. If the farmer deposits their contribution with the supplying agency and obtains the inputs directly, the subsidy may be paid to the supplying agency.
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