The scheme component “Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm” launched under the “National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm” scheme by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. aims to promote the cultivation of oil palm, enhance domestic production, and reduce dependency on imports. The scheme provides assistance to farmers for maintenance and intercropping during the four-year gestation period of oil palm plantations, ensuring the timely provision of essential inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, crop protection materials, and other related resources.

Benefits

• First Year: ₹10,500/-.
• Second Year: ₹10,500/-.
• Third Year: ₹10,500/-.
• Fourth Year: ₹10,500/-.

Eligibility

• The applicant should be a farmer.
• The applicant should be a resident of Gujarat.

Application Process

Online via https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/

Registration and Login should be performed on the I-Khedut Portal. Select the scheme from ‘Agricultural Schemes’, apply for the Maintenance and Input Cost component, confirm the submission, and print the form.

Documents Required

• Aadhaar Card.
• Land Record 7-12 and 8-A.
• Bank Passbook/Cancelled Cheque.
• Caste Certificate (if applicable).