A farmer standing in his cauliflower field at dusk
People crossing the Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly river, Kolkata

Annapurna Scheme: Seed Exchange Programme

The scheme aims to increase agricultural productivity and production for SC/ST farmers who cannot afford improved seeds. It provides high-yielding improved seed varieties, up to one hectare, in exchange for existing crop or seed, backed by a 75% subsidy with a maximum limit of ₹1,500/-.

At a glance

What the myScheme listing says about Annapurna Scheme: Seed Exchange Programme
LevelState government
Issued byGovernment of Madhya Pradesh
States and UTsMadhya Pradesh
Areas
Scheme forIndividuals
TagsAgriculture, Seed, Farmer, Subsidy, Crop

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