Sarkari Yojana

Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana

Madhya Pradesh
Quick Summary: Madhya Pradesh's Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana pays first-time spice growers 50% of seed or planting material costs, up to ₹10,000/- per hectare for seed spices and ₹ 50,000/- per hectare for turmeric, ginger and garlic.

About Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana

Launched by the Government of Madhya Pradesh through its Horticulture and Food Processing Department, the Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana sets out to enlarge the area under selected spice crops and raise their output by promoting good-quality, high-yielding varieties.

Selected crops

1. Spices grown for seed. 1. Turmeric grown from rhizomes. 1. Ginger.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Launch / Open Date

15 Jun 2019

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The scheme is for farmers who do not…

The scheme is for farmers who do not grow spices at present.

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Farmers of every section can benefit

Farmers of every section can benefit.

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Holders of a forest rights certificate are also…

Holders of a forest rights certificate are also eligible.

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Each farmer can receive the grant just once

Each farmer can receive the grant just once.

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First-time cultivation may cover any area the farmer…

First-time cultivation may cover any area the farmer chooses, but the grant is paid for a minimum of 0.25 hectare and a maximum of 2.00 hectare.

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

Benefits Provided

Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

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For seed spice crops, farmers get a subsidy…

For seed spice crops, farmers get a subsidy of 50% of the seed cost or ₹10,000/- per hectare, whichever is less.

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For root and center/rhizome commercial crops such as…

For root and center/rhizome commercial crops such as garlic, turmeric and ginger, the grant covers 50% of the planting material cost, up to ₹ 50,000/- per hectare, whichever is less.

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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A photograph

A photograph.

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The farmer's Aadhaar Card

The farmer's Aadhaar Card.

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Khasra Number/B1 or a copy of the Forest…

Khasra Number/B1 or a copy of the Forest Patta.

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Passbook of the bank account

Passbook of the bank account.

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Certificate of birth

Certificate of birth.

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

2019-06-15

How to Apply

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Masala Shetra Vistar Yojana through the online application process outlined below.

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Go to the official portal

Go to the official portal.

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Select "New Registration"

Select "New Registration".

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Type your mobile number and click OTP Send

Type your mobile number and click OTP Send.

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Provide the required details and upload your documents

Provide the required details and upload your documents.

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When all information is filled in and the…

When all information is filled in and the documents are uploaded, press the submit button.

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

Exclusions / Who Is Not Eligible

1. Ultimately only those farmers will be encouraged to cultivate spices.
2. This scheme will apply to all categories.
3. Farmers who have obtained forest rights certificates are also eligible to avail the benefits of this scheme.
4. The final grant will be given to a farmer only once.
5. A farmer can do farming in as much area as he wants for the first time, but the grant
6.It will be payable for a minimum of 0.25 hectares and a maximum of 2.00 hectares.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References