Sarkari Yojana

Aromatic Plants Cultivation – Centre for Aromatic Plants

Uttarakhand
Quick Summary: The Centre for Aromatic Plants gives Uttarakhand farmers free seeds and planting material for up to 5 Nali (0.1 hectare) of aromatic crops, delivered near their land, along with free technical support.

About Aromatic Plants Cultivation – Centre for Aromatic Plants

Carried out by the Centre for Aromatic Plants (CAP), Selaqui, Dehradun, under the Department of Horticulture, Government of Uttarakhand, the “Aromatic Plants Cultivation” scheme motivates farmers to take up aromatic crops. It supplies free seeds and planting material along with technical help, boosting farm incomes and expanding aromatic farming across Uttarakhand.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Implementing Agency

Centre For Aromatic Plants, Selaqui, Dehradun

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Aromatic Plants Cultivation - Centre for Aromatic Plants, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand

Applicants must be residents of Uttarakhand.

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Applicants must be farmers

Applicants must be farmers.

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The farmer must be the legal owner of…

The farmer must be the legal owner of farmland or hold land on lease for at least 10 years.

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The farmer must be keen to grow aromatic…

The farmer must be keen to grow aromatic plants.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Aromatic Plants Cultivation - Centre for Aromatic Plants provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

The scheme offers the following help:

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Farmers get seeds and planting material at no…

Farmers get seeds and planting material at no cost.

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Each farmer's seeds and planting material, for up…

Each farmer's seeds and planting material, for up to 5 Nali (0.1 hectare), are delivered to the closest motorable road or the CAP office.

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Farmers receive free technical guidance, advice and ongoing…

Farmers receive free technical guidance, advice and ongoing support.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Records of the land

Records of the land

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The farmer's Aadhaar card

The farmer's Aadhaar card

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An active mobile number

An active mobile number

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Any other supporting papers that may be asked…

Any other supporting papers that may be asked for

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Aromatic Plants Cultivation - Centre for Aromatic Plants through the offline application process outlined below.

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Application Process

At the awareness programme, the farmer submits a written request for cultivation addressed to the Director, Aromatic Plant Center, or delivers it in person at the headquarters, attaching land records, Aadhaar card and mobile number. CAP field staff then inspect the applicant’s land, choose a crop suited to the area's agro-climate and send a recommendation to the Director, CAP, who directs the relevant District Coordinator to supply seeds and planting material.
The District Coordinator compiles a combined demand for all farmers of the district and forwards it to the Director. On this basis, quality seeds and planting material are bought and delivered to the motorable road nearest to each farmer's chosen plot.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References