National Food Security Mission NFSM
National Food Security Mission was launched in 2007-08 to increase the production of rice, wheat and pulses. Later, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, commercial crops (sugarcane, jute, and cotton) were also added to the mission.
At a glance
| Level | Central government |
|---|---|
| Issued by | Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| States and UTs | All India |
| Areas | |
| Scheme for | Individuals |
| Tags | Demonstration, Seed Distribution, Seed Hub, Seed Production, Pulses, Rice, Wheat, Nutri Cereals, Millets |
Before you apply
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