The scheme “Assistance for Area Expansion of Spice Crops” introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to farmers for the area expansion of spice crops, including seed and rhizomatic spices, to enhance spice production in Gujarat.

Benefits

Maximum assistance up to ₹12,000/- per hectare at 40% of the unit cost of ₹30,000/- per hectare.

Eligibility

• The applicant must be a farmer.
• The applicant must be engaged in the cultivation of spice crops, such as seed spices or rhizomatic spices.

Application Process

Link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/site/

Online
Step 1: Apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/
Step 2: Home page > ‘Schemes’ > ‘Agricultural Schemes’.
Step 3: Select scheme > ‘Apply’.
Step 4-7: Apply New, update if needed, confirm, and print application.
Step 8: Check status at: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx

Documents Required

• 7/12 Certificate.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Bank Pass Book/Cancelled Cheque.