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AGRISURE (Agriculture Fund for Start-up and Rural
AGRISURE (Agriculture Fund for Start-up and Rural Entreprises) Scheme Launched in September 2024, AGRISURE is a ₹750 crore fund managed by NABVENTURES to support technology-driven start-ups in agriculture and rural enterprises, boosting innovation in agri- businesses.
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Key Objective
Provide capital for agri-tech start-ups.; Facilitate market linkages for rural entrepreneurs.; Promote technology adoption in farming.
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Expected Outcome
Increased innovation in rural enterprises.; Job creation and entrepreneurship in agri-business.; Improved market access for rural start-ups.
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Challenges
High risk for start-ups in the agri-sector.; Limited awareness of available funding.; Infrastructure limitations in rural areas.
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Future Directions
Expanding funding scope to cover more sectors.; Strengthening partnerships between start-ups and agricultural institutions.; Promoting collaboration with private investors.
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Expected Outcome
Increased horticulture exports and market access.; Improved livelihoods of farmers in clusters.; Better infrastructure for post-harvest handling.
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Challenges
Dif iculty in coordinating multiple stakeholders.; Infrastructure constraints in remote areas.; Lack of adequate training for farmers.
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Future Directions
Expanding the scope of clusters to include more states.; Focusing on organic farming and sustainable practices.; Promoting greater private sector participation.
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Expected Outcome
Improved decision-making for farmers.; Better access to agricultural services and inputs.; Enhanced ef iciency in government schemes.
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Key Objective
Promote natural farming practices such as Beejamrit, Jivamrit, and mulching.; Support eco-friendly farming to boost soil fertility.; Reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
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Challenges
Slow adoption of natural farming techniques.; Lack of awareness and training for farmers.; High upfront cost for transitioning to natural farming.
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Future Directions
Scaling up training programs for farmers.; Providing ffinancial incentives for natural farming practices.; Expanding research on sustainable farming practices.
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Formation and Promotion of 10000 New Farmer
Formation and Promotion of 10000 New Farmer Producer Organisation (FPOs) The Formation and Promotion of 10,000 FPOs initiative aims to organize farmers into producer organizations to increase their bargaining power and market access.
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Key Objective
Form 10,000 FPOs across India.; Provide training, credit, and market linkage support.; Empower farmers through collective action and cooperative marketing.
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Expected Outcome
Enhanced bargaining power for farmers.; Increased market access and pro itability for small farmers.; Improved access to credit and technology.
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Challenges
Inadequate capacity building for FPO members.; Resistance to cooperative models among farmers.; Limited market infrastructure for FPOs.
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Future Directions
Strengthening ffinancial and technical support for FPOs.; Expanding the scope to include more regions.; Promoting success stories to encourage more farmers to join FPOs.
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Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana About
Launched in December 2024 by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare. Aims to enhance agricultural productivity and promote sustainable farming. Key Objective : Boost farmers' income through advanced technology, ffinancial inclusion, and market linkages. Expected Outcome : Increased crop yield, enhanced farmer incomes, and improved rural economy. Challenges : Limited outreach in remote areas, inconsistent…
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GS3 Agriculture & Allied Relevant for discussing
GS3 Agriculture & Allied Relevant for discussing optimal utilization of surface Activities, Infrastructure, and groundwater, lood management, river interlinking, Sustainable Development and improving water availability for agriculture, industry, and domestic use.
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Objectives Enhance Irrigation Coverage
Expand the cultivable area under assured irrigation and improve on- farm water use ef iciency.; Sustainable Water Management: Introduce sustainable water conservation practices and enhance the physical access of water on farms.
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Components Accelerated Irrigation Bene it
Focuses on fast-tracking irrigation projects.; Har Khet Ko Pani (HKKP): Consists of four sub-components:; Command Area Development & Water Management (CAD&WM): Integrated with AIBP for effective irrigation management.; Surface Minor Irrigation (SMI): Focuses on minor irrigation projects.; Repair, Renovation, and Restoration (RRR) of Water Bodies: Enhances water bodies' capacity.; Ground Water (GW) Development…
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Progress West Bengal Specifics
Per Drop More Crop: 66.5 thousand hectares covered under micro-irrigation.; Watershed Development: 14,966 water harvesting structures created, covering 18,033 hectares.; Special Initiatives:; National Projects: Fffinancial aid for key projects like Lakhwar, Shahpur Kandi Dam, Polavaram, and Ken-Betwa interlinking.; Maharashtra Package: Support for 83 surface minor and 8 major irrigation projects in drought-prone…
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The PM-DDKY, announced in the Budget earlier this year, aims at increasing agricultural productivity and sustainable practices with an annual outlay of ₹24,000 crore.
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About Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana
To uplift 100 districts with low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity, and limited credit access.; Implementing Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare in collaboration with State Governments.; Department of Fffinancial Services and NABARD assisting with farm credit data collection.; Objectives:; Enhance agricultural productivity.; Promote crop diversification and sustainable agricultural…
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About PM AASHA Scheme
Launch: The Integrated PM AASHA Scheme was launched in 2018.; Objective: To ensure remunerative prices for farmers through effective procurement operations and price support mechanisms.; Nodal Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare; It is a Central Sector Scheme implemented through Central Nodal Agencies (NAFED, NCCF) in coordination with State Governments.
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Component Crops Covered Key Features
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Price Support Pulses, Oilseeds, and Copra
Procurement managed by NAFED and FCI. Scheme (PSS) (meeting FAQ standards); Farmers sell directly at MSP through state agencies.; 100% procurement of Tur, Urad, and Masur to reduce imports
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Price Stabilization Pulses and Onions
Maintains a buffer stock of pulses and Fund (PSF) onions; Procurement through eSamridhi (NAFED) & eSamyukti (NCCF).; Procurement is triggered when the market price exceeds MSP
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Price De icit Payment All oilseeds with a noti ied
Farmers receive direct payment for the Scheme (PDPS) MSP difference between MSP & market price; States can choose PSS or PDPS for oilseeds.; Coverage expanded to 40% of oilseed production for 4 months
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Market Intervention For Perishable crops such
Increased coverage from 20% to 25% of Scheme (MIS) as Tomato, Onion, and production Potato.; Direct cash payments replace physical procurement; The government covers transportation and storage costs for TOP crops
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GS2 Governance, Rural Use to demonstrate government
GS2 Governance, Rural Use to demonstrate government efforts in providing Development, Sustainable renewable energy solutions for farmers, reducing diesel Energy reliance
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GS3 Agriculture, Renewable Relevant for discussing
GS3 Agriculture, Renewable Relevant for discussing water and energy security, Energy, Environmental environmental sustainability, and income enhancement Protection through clean energy
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Overview
Launched in 2019, the PM-KUSUM (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan) scheme aims to promote the use of solar energy in the agriculture sector.; It targets the installation of 30.8 GW of solar capacity by March 31, 2026.; A Central Fffinancial Support of ₹34,422 crore is allocated to aid implementation.
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Objectives De-dieselisation
Reduce reliance on diesel-based irrigation pumps.; Water & Energy Security: Provide uninterrupted and sustainable energy access to farmers.; Income Generation: Enable farmers to generate income by selling surplus solar power.; Environmental Protection: Promote clean energy to reduce pollution and carbon footprint.
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Salient Features Demand-Driven Scheme
Open to all farmers, with allocation based on state/UT-specific demand.
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Impact Energy Security
Ensures a stable and renewable energy supply to farmers, reducing reliance on diesel.; Economic Bene its: Increases farmers' income through solar power production and savings on diesel costs.
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Environmental Impact
Decreases carbon emissions and promotes sustainable farming practices.; Community Empowerment: Provides ffinancial and infrastructure support to farmers, cooperatives, and local communities
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GS2 Governance, Welfare Use to discuss direct
GS2 Governance, Welfare Use to discuss direct income support for farmers, Schemes, Rural promoting inclusive and sustainable agricultural Development growth
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GS3 Agriculture, Economic Relevant for highlighting
GS3 Agriculture, Economic Relevant for highlighting income support, Growth, Inclusive agricultural sustainability, and reducing farmer Development distress
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Eligibility
Applicable to cultivable landholding farmer families, with exclusion criteria based on income levels, landholding size, etc.; Coverage: Over 11 crore eligible farmer families across India benefit from the scheme.
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GS3 Agriculture, Risk Relevant for discussions on
GS3 Agriculture, Risk Relevant for discussions on crop insurance, risk Mitigation, Inclusive management, and ensuring continuity of farming Growth activities
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Overview
The PMFBY was launched in 2016 for providing comprehensive crop insurance to farmers across India.; The scheme is implemented under Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
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Objectives Key Features Premium Structure
Kharif Crops: 2%; Rabi Crops: 1.5%; Annual Commercial and Horticultural Crops: 5%; The government subsidizes the remaining premium, shared equally between central and state governments.; No Upper Limit: The government covers the entire premium, even if it reaches 90%.; Area-Based Approach:; Insurance is based on defined areas for each crop, ensuring uniform risk exposure.; The insurance unit is set at the…
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Eligibility Farmers
All farmers growing noti ied crops with an insurable interest in a designated area.\
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mandatory for loanee farmers with Crop L
mandatory for loanee farmers with Crop Loan or KCC accounts).
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Coverage Risks Covered
Natural disasters like fire, storm, hailstorm, flood, drought, and more.; Post-harvest losses for up to 14 days for crops in “cut & spread” condition.; Localized risks like hailstorms, landslides, and inundation affecting isolated farms.; Indemnity Claims: Covers up to 25% of the sum insured if adverse weather conditions prevent sowing/planting.
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Recent Changes
The scheme became optional for all farmers in 2020.; Premium Subsidy: Central subsidy capped at 30% for unirrigated areas and 25% for irrigated areas.
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Impact Fffinancial Stability
Ensures ffinancial security and resilience for farmers against natural disasters.; Promotes Modernization: Encourages the use of advanced techniques and technologies in agriculture.
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Wide Coverage
Provides insurance for individual farms across the country, covering localised disasters and post-harvest losses.; Transparency and Ef iciency: Technology integration enhances the transparency of claim processing and assessment.; No Premium Capping: Farmers are guaranteed full claim amounts without deductions, regardless of the premium subsidy.
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Collection of Real-Time Observations & Photos of
CROPIC Scheme Context: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare plans to launch CROPIC under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
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National Mission on Edible Oils
Oil Palm (NMEO-OP)
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GS3 Agriculture, Food Security, Relevant for
GS3 Agriculture, Food Security, Relevant for discussing strategies to increase Import Substitution domestic edible oil production and reduce the import burden
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Overview
Launched in 2021, National Mission on Edible Oils is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.; It is being implemented under Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare.
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Objectives
Increase domestic edible oil production, focusing on oil palm.; Reduce import burden of palm oil, currently costing Rs. 40,000 crore annually.; Achieve national self-suf iciency in edible oils.
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Salient Features Target Area Expansion
Increase oil palm cultivation from 3.7 lakh hectares (2019-20) to 10 lakh hectares by 2025- 26.; Target 3.22 lakh hectares in general states and 3.28 lakh hectares in North Eastern states.; Crude Palm Oil Production: Raise production from 0.27 lakh tonnes (2019-20) to 11.20 lakh tonnes by 2025-26.; Consumer Awareness: To Maintain per capita consumption of edible oils at 19.00 kg/person/annum till 2025-26.; Seedling…
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Productivity Improvement
Enhance Fresh Fruit Bunch (FFB) productivity and increase drip irrigation coverage.; Encourage diversification from low-yield cereal crops to oil palm cultivation.; Inter-Cropping: Promote inter-cropping during the 4-year gestation period for economic returns to farmers.
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GS3 Agriculture, Sustainable Relevant for
GS3 Agriculture, Sustainable Relevant for discussions on national food security, Farming, Fertilizer improved agricultural productivity, and promote Management balanced fertiliser application.
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Overview Purpose
Provide fertilisers to farmers at subsidised prices.; Type: Central Sector Scheme.
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Objective
Ensure national food security, improve agricultural productivity, and promote balanced fertiliser application.
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Salient Features Background
Deregulation of P&K fertilisers in 1992 led to price hikes and overuse of Nitrogen, causing soil nutrient imbalance and reduced productivity. The Concession Scheme (1992-2010) addressed this until the NBS scheme was introduced in 2010.; NBS Subsidy Payment:; IMC recommends annual subsidies for each nutrient based on its recommendations.; Additional subsidies are provided for fortified fertilisers with secondary and…
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Integrated Fertilizer Monitoring System (iFMS)
Tracks all aspects of fertiliser production, movement, availability, sales, and subsidy payments.; PM-PRANAM Scheme (from June 2023): Supports sustainable fertiliser use, promotes organic farming, and offers grants to States/UTs that reduce chemical fertiliser consumption compared to the previous three-year average.
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National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013
57. National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013
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GS3 Agriculture, Public Relevant for discussing
GS3 Agriculture, Public Relevant for discussing food security, subsidized food Distribution, Rural grain distribution, and the role of TPDS in rural areas Development
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Objective
Legally entitles eligible households to receive subsidised food grains through the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS).