Great news for our farmer brothers! The government is now encouraging you to start your own small nursery — and that too with a huge subsidy. The Bihar government has launched an excellent scheme under which farmers will receive financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh for setting up a nursery.
The best part? The entire amount will be transferred directly to your bank account through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) — meaning no middlemen and no delays. The government’s goal is to help more and more farmers move toward horticulture and plant production, thereby doubling their income.
If you are a farmer looking to bring innovation into your farming and dreaming of starting your own nursery, this scheme is a golden opportunity for you. Let’s understand how to get a 50% subsidy, the eligibility criteria, and the complete application process.
Under the Small Nursery Scheme, the Bihar government is providing farmers with a 50% subsidy. Setting up a nursery on one hectare of land costs around ₹20 lakh, out of which ₹10 lakh will be provided by the government.
The main objective of this scheme is to increase farmers’ income and encourage them to engage in horticulture as a profitable side venture.
This scheme is a great opportunity for farmers who want to bring innovation to their farms and earn additional income through plant cultivation.
The subsidy amount will be released in two phases:
Both installments will be directly transferred to the farmers’ bank accounts through the DBT system, ensuring transparency and timely payment.
To avail of the benefits of this scheme, farmers must fulfill the following conditions:
Farmers can apply for this scheme online:
This scheme not only provides financial support to farmers but also promotes horticulture and plant production in Bihar. The government aims to empower farmers to grow their own seedlings and earn a good income from them.
