The Bihar government has announced a major benefit for fruit and vegetable farmers in the state. Under the Fourth Agriculture Roadmap, a special intervention scheme will provide 50% to 80% subsidy on essential farm materials, including plastic crates, leno bags, and fruit trap bags.
The government will spend ₹22.25 crore on this initiative, aiming to help farmers with crop protection, packing, grading, and marketing, thereby improving both efficiency and profitability.
The scheme is available to farmers in all 38 districts of Bihar:
| Material | Unit Cost | Subsidy (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic Crate | ₹400/unit | 80% |
| Leno Bag | ₹20/unit | 80% |
| Fruit Trap Bag | ₹30/unit | 50% |
The subsidy will be based on the lower of either the approved unit cost from the previous year or the current e-tender rate.
| Material | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic Crate | 10 | 50 |
| Leno Bag | 100 | 1,000 |
| Fruit Trap Bag | 300 | 10,000 |
Farmers must meet the following conditions to avail the scheme:
Farmers need to submit the following while applying:
There are two ways to apply:
1. Online via DBT Portal
The Agriculture Department urges farmers to apply early, as the budget is limited and applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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