subsidy on mushroom farming
Mushroom Cultivation has become a primary source of income for several unlikely farmers and a popular second income option for many. Government subsidies for mushroom cultivation have made it more accessible for individuals. A mushroom cultivation government subsidy was introduced in 2011 under the National Horticulture Board to promote mushroom production and help farmers with their endeavours. This mushroom cultivation subsidy provides financial assistance for the farmers to set up their mushroom production plants. The offer is available for individuals and provides a substantial cost as well.
Under the directives of the National Horticulture Board, the subsidy for mushroom cultivation is provided in the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). The main features of this mushroom subsidy are,
CATEGORY | REMARKS |
Subsidy cost | Up to 10 lakhs |
Who is eligible | Individual farmers |
What is included? | Mushroom plant set up, composting units, and spawn production. |
The subsidy is either issued by the NHB or from the Bank directly as a loan. The application procedure and the necessary documents are more or less the same. If the subsidy must be from the Bank, you will need more documentation and then apply to the NHB with the supportive documents. The process of application is,
The NHB Subsidy for Mushroom Cultivation is a blessing for small to medium-scale farmers who get assistance for the complete setup and reduction in compost cost, including transportation and setting up individual compost units. You can contact the state government authorities for more enquiries and understand the procedure for starting your mushroom cultivation unit.
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Note: The information contained herein is for informational purposes only. Nothing herein shall be construed to be financial or legal advice. Pesticides are a considerable risk of loss in crops and viewers are advised to do their own research before making any decisions.
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