Sarkari Yojana

Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce

Gujarat
Quick Summary: Gujarat horticulture farmers can get help buying corrugated or wooden boxes for post-harvest packing. The unit cost is ₹10,000/ha and support is 75% or ₹7,500/hectare, whichever is lower, for up to 1 hectare per account.

About Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce

Launched by Gujarat’s Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, the “Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce” scheme gives farmers financial help to buy packing materials for the post-harvest stage, helping them preserve produce quality and cut down on losses.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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Only farmers may apply

Only farmers may apply.

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The applicant needs to reside in Gujarat

The applicant needs to reside in Gujarat.

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The applicant must be involved in growing horticultural…

The applicant must be involved in growing horticultural crops.

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

Benefits Provided

Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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Unit Cost:

₹10,000/ha. 1. Support equal to 75% of the cost or ₹7,500/hectare, whichever is the lower figure. Note:

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Packing materials covered include corrugated boxes and wooden…

Packing materials covered include corrugated boxes and wooden boxes.

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Each account can get assistance for a maximum…

Each account can get assistance for a maximum of 1 hectare.

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The scheme opens on the i-Khedut portal every…

The scheme opens on the i-Khedut portal every year (once during the year),

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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7/12 land record extract

7/12 land record extract.

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Valid Aadhaar identity card

Valid Aadhaar identity card.

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Bank passbook copy or a cancelled cheque

Bank passbook copy or a cancelled cheque.

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

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Assistance in Packing Materials under Post Harvest Management of Horticultural Produce through the online application process outlined below.

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Applications can be made online on the I-Khedut…

Applications can be made online on the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

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Choose ‘Schemes’ on the home page and then…

Choose ‘Schemes’ on the home page and then select ‘Agricultural Schemes’.

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Find the scheme and press ‘Apply’; the application…

Find the scheme and press ‘Apply’; the application page will appear.

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Press the "Apply New" button to file a…

Press the "Apply New" button to file a new application.

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Any corrections can be made through the "Update…

Any corrections can be made through the "Update Application" button.

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Confirm the application after completing it

Confirm the application after completing it.

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Print the confirmed application for your records

Print the confirmed application for your records.

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Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details can also be checked…

Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details can also be checked via this link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx Contact Us: Click here .

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