Vermicompost Ikai Scheme: The government is giving a subsidy of up to Rs 50,000 for preparing earthworm compost, know the details
Vermicompost Ikai Scheme: To promote innovation and organic farming in the agricultural industry, the Rajasthan government is providing additional assistance to farmers. In this regard, the Vermicompost Unit Scheme of the Agriculture Department is proving to be very beneficial for farmers. Under this scheme, farmers who set up a vermicompost unit are eligible for a subsidy of up to Rs 50,000. The basis of organic farming is vermicompost, which makes farming free from chemical fertilizers.
Why is vermicompost important and what is it?
Organic fertilizer called vermicompost is made with the help of earthworms. Organic matter is quickly broken down by cellulose and microbes found in the digestive system of earthworms. High-quality vermicompost is prepared from the residues extracted by earthworms. Apart from improving the quality of the crop, this compost makes the soil more fertile.
Important aspects of the scheme
The Rajasthan government provides financial assistance to farmers to make organic fertilizer through the Vermicompost Unit Scheme. As per the scheme, a committee conducts a physical inspection of the vermicompost unit when it is constructed. After verification, the subsidy money is sent directly to the farmer’s bank account. Since earthworms are essential for the production of vermicompost, their availability is necessary. This program enables farmers to produce high-quality compost at a reasonable cost, thereby increasing farm production and profitability.
Details of subsidy and cost
Vermicompost unit for RCC building
- Dimensions: 30 x 8 x 2.5 feet
- The maximum subsidy is Rs 50,000 or 50% of the cost per unit.
- The amount of subsidy will be determined based on the size of the unit.
Vermicompost bed unit made of HDPE
- Dimensions: 12 x 4 x 2 feet
- The maximum subsidy is Rs 8,000 or 50% of the cost per unit.
- The size of the unit determines the subsidy.
Who is eligible for the program?
- The candidate must be a native of Rajasthan.
- A minimum of 4 hectares of land should be used for cultivating horticultural crops.
- Water, animal and organic waste (fossils) are all essential for the farmer.
Required Documents
- Aadhar Card
- Jan Aadhar Card
- A copy of Jamabandi that is not more than six months old
- A copy of bank passbook
How to Apply (Online)
Process of Registration:
- Visit the official website https://rajkisan.rajasthan.gov.in/.
- Select “Registration.”
- Select “Citizen” and sign in with your Google ID or Jan Aadhar.
- After completing the registration process, create an SSO ID using OTP verification.
How to Apply:
- Select the RAJ-KISAN option after logging in to the site.
- Select “Request for Application Submission.”
- Select the scheme after entering your Jan Aadhar or Bhamashah ID.
- Verify your Aadhar, fill in the required fields, upload supporting documents and submit.
