Integrated Horticulture Development Mission: Get up to 75 percent subsidy on the cultivation of these four fruits, know how
Integrated Horticulture Development Mission: Through the Integrated Horticulture Development Mission, the Government of Bihar is promoting fruit cultivation among farmers. The objective of this program is to strengthen the economic condition of the horticultural farmers of the state, as well as to increase the production of fruits by giving bumper subsidies to the farmers for banana-papaya and mango-litchi cultivation. In this sequence, economically weak farmers get a subsidy of 50% to 75% from the state government.
Let us tell you that the purpose of this subsidy is to cultivate papaya and banana. As a result, the horticulture industry of the state will grow and farmers will get more benefit from fruit cultivation. In view of this, in today’s article, tell in detail about the great scheme of the Bihar government.
Attractive subsidy on fruit cultivation
- Up to 50% discount on litchi and mango production
- Up to 75% subsidy on papaya and banana production
- Mango and litchi cultivation costs Rs 2 lakh per acre.
- Banana and papaya cultivation costs Rs 60,000 per acre.
80% irrigation technology subsidy
Farmers using micro-irrigation methods like sprinkler and drip systems can get up to an 80% subsidy under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana. This improves productivity, quality and water savings.
- Farmers’ income and youth employment
- Increase in horticulture income of farmers
- Demand for fruits, processing and export possibilities
- Opportunities for unemployed youth to work for themselves
- Facilities for farmers to get scientific education
“The secret of economic liberation of farmers may lie in horticulture. Traditional farming is less lucrative than horticulture. The government’s goal is to make Bihar a leader in fruit production and export.
| Activity | Subsidy Percentage | Grant Received by Beneficiary |
|---|---|---|
| Mango/Litchi Cultivation | 50% (₹100,000 per hectare) | ₹100,000 per hectare |
| Banana/Papaya Cultivation | 75% (₹45,000 per hectare) | ₹45,000 per hectare |
| Micro Irrigation Technology | Up to 80% subsidy | Varies based on implementation |
Contact for more information
You can get more information about this program of the Bihar Government by contacting the State Horticulture Directorate, District Agriculture Office or your nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK). Remember that you can apply for this program only from these places.
