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Horticulture Schemes

Name of the SchemeFruit Processing
ObjectivesFor utilization of surplus fruit and vegetables and conversion of the same to marketable processed products like jam, jelly, squashes, thereby creating a market for fruit growers.
Pattern Of AssistanceProcurement of surplus fruits and vegetables from farmers and conversion of the same to value added products.
TYPE Of AssistanceTraining Program to the Fruit Processing Entrepreneurs, Educated Unemployed youth and Housewives.
Eligibility CriteriaBonafide farmers engaged in Agriculture, possessing own or leased
land of at least 0.2 (hectares) or more.
How to AvailBonafide farmers can apply in plain paper through the nearest Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Horticulture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s)Bonafide farmers on first come first serve.
Whom to Contact1.Sectoral Officer, Department of Horticulture
2.District Horticulture Officer
3.Horticulture Development Officer