National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm
₹10,500/year × 4 years for oil palm intercropping maintenance · Gujarat farmers on iKhedut
Gujarat oil palm farmers can receive ₹10,500 per year for each of the first four years of a new plantation to cover maintenance and intercropping costs. This steady support helps farmers manage input costs — seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection — while waiting for oil palm trees to mature. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
About This Scheme
Gujarat oil palm farmers can receive ₹10,500 per year for each of the first four years of a new plantation to cover maintenance and intercropping costs. This steady support helps farmers manage input costs — seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection — while waiting for oil palm trees to mature. Apply online via the I-Khedut portal at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Full official description
The scheme component "Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" launched under the "National Mission on Edible Oil–Oil Palm" scheme by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Co-operation, Government of Gujarat. aims to promote the cultivation of oil palm, enhance domestic production, and reduce dependency on imports. The scheme provides assistance to farmers for maintenance and intercropping during the four-year gestation period of oil palm plantations, ensuring the timely provision of essential inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, crop protection materials, and other related resources.
Benefits
- ₹10,500 per year for Year 1 through Year 4 (total up to ₹42,000 over 4 years)
- Covers seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection materials
- Supports intercropping during the oil palm gestation period
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Oil palm takes 4 years to produce — this ₹42,000 total maintenance support (₹10,500/year) is effectively a bridge grant that keeps farmers cash-positive during the non-revenue gestation period. If your agri-lending startup targets oil palm growers, factor this predictable subsidy income into loan underwriting.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a farmer residing in Gujarat
- Must be cultivating oil palm during the 4-year gestation period of a new plantation
How to Apply
- Register at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in — click Login → Beneficiary Registration and select your beneficiary type (Farmer, Institutional, or Other).
- Select District, Taluka, and Village, enter your bank account number and name, solve the captcha, and click Save and Next.
- Enter your mobile number and email, click Send OTP, verify with the received OTP, create a password, and click Submit.
- Log in again, click Schemes → Agricultural Schemes, find this scheme, and click Apply.
- Click Apply New to start a new application and fill in all required details.
- Use Update Application to correct any errors, then confirm the application.
- Take a printout of the confirmed application for your records.
- Check application status anytime by logging in to your iKhedut account at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
The "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme is a government programme providing financial assistance to farmers in Gujarat for maintenance and intercropping of oil palm during its four-year gestation period to boost production and reduce imports.
Who implements the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
The scheme is implemented by Gujarat Seed Certification Agency, Gujarat Agro Industries, Government or Cooperative institutions, Agricultural Universities, Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs), and other agencies empanelled by the Department of Agriculture, Government of Gujarat.
What is the primary objective of the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
The primary objective is to increase oil palm production in Gujarat and reduce dependency on imports by supporting farmers with maintenance and intercropping assistance during the crop’s gestation period.
What is the total assistance provided under the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
The scheme provides a total of ₹42,000/- per hectare over four years to eligible farmers for maintenance and intercropping activities in oil palm plantations.
How is the assistance distributed each year under the scheme?
Under the scheme, ₹10,500/- per hectare is provided each year for four years, covering the entire gestation period of the oil palm crop.
What inputs are covered under the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
The scheme covers seeds, fertilizers, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), fertigation equipment, tree guards, and plant protection chemicals.
How is the cost allocation for inputs decided under the scheme?
75% percent of the input cost is allocated to seeds and fertilizers, and the remaining 25% is allocated to crop protection measures.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
All farmers in Gujarat are eligible to apply.
How can eligible farmers apply for the scheme?
Eligible farmers can apply for the scheme by visiting the iKhedut portal, filling out the application form online, uploading the required documents, and submitting it for departmental verification.
What documents are required to apply for the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme?
Applicants for the "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm" scheme are required to submit their Aadhaar Card, Land Records 7-12 and 8-A, Bank Passbook or Cancelled Cheque, and if applicable, a Caste Certificate or Disability Certificate issued by the competent authority.
Is there any income limit for applying to the scheme "National Mission on Edible Oil – Oil Palm: Maintenance and Input Cost for Intercropping in Oilpalm"?
There is no income limit specified under the scheme guideline, meaning that farmers of all income levels can apply for the financial assistance provided they fulfil the other eligibility requirements.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Aadhaar card
- Land records (7-12 and 8-A)
- Bank passbook or cancelled cheque
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Disability certificate from competent authority (if applicable)