Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows
₹900/month for maintaining indigenous cow on natural farms · ₹10,800/year · Gujarat
Gujarat farmers practicing natural farming with indigenous (native) cows receive ₹900 per month — ₹10,800 per year — to help cover cow maintenance costs. The Agriculture Department introduced this to support eco-friendly farming and reduce input costs for natural farmers. Apply online through the I-Khedut portal under Animal Husbandry Schemes.
About This Scheme
Gujarat farmers practicing natural farming with indigenous (native) cows receive ₹900 per month — ₹10,800 per year — to help cover cow maintenance costs. The Agriculture Department introduced this to support eco-friendly farming and reduce input costs for natural farmers. Apply online through the I-Khedut portal under Animal Husbandry Schemes.
Full official description
The “Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, aims to encourage and support farmers who engage in natural farming practices that rely on indigenous cows. By covering part of the maintenance expenses for one native cow, the government promotes eco-friendly agriculture, reduces the cost of cultivation, and ensures better soil health.
Benefits
- ₹900 per month (₹10,800 per year) for maintaining one indigenous cow
- Available once per beneficiary (not recurring across seasons)
💡 Why Startups Should Care
Natural farming startups and agri-input companies selling certified native inputs can use this scheme as a segmentation tool — farmers enrolled here are Gujarat's most committed natural farming adopters and your highest-converting leads for premium bio-inputs.
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a farmer practicing natural farming on at least 1 acre (40 guntha) of land
- Must own an indigenous (native) cow with an identification tag
- Priority given to natural farming practitioners and master trainers certified in natural farming
- Benefit is limited to one cow per land account (as per 8-A land record)
How to Apply
- Visit ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in and log in or register.
- Navigate to Schemes > Agricultural Schemes and select the Natural Farming Cow Maintenance scheme.
- Click Apply New, complete the form, and submit.
- Confirm the application and take a printout.
- Check status at ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of the "Scheme to Provide Assistance in Cow Maintenance Expenses to Farmers Practicing Completely Natural Farming Based on Indigenous Cows" scheme?
The purpose of this scheme is to financially support farmers who practice natural farming using indigenous cows by providing maintenance assistance for one native cow.
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
The scheme provides ₹900/- per month, totaling ₹10,800/- annually, as assistance for maintaining one indigenous cow.
Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
Farmers who are practicing natural farming on at least one acre of land and own a native cow with an identification tag are eligible for the scheme.
Can a farmer receive the benefit more than once?
No, the assistance under this scheme is provided only once to each eligible beneficiary.
Is training in natural farming required to apply for the scheme?
While not mandatory, preference is given to farmers who have received certified training in natural farming or who are recognized as master trainers.
What happens if the cow does not have an identification tag at the time of application?
If the cow is not tagged, the farmer must ensure the tag is attached within seven days, failing which the application may be rejected.
Where can a farmer apply for this scheme?
A farmer can apply for the scheme through the official iKhedut portal.
What is the process of verification after application submission?
After submission, the documents are verified by BTM/ATM and further validated by a three-member field verification team including officials like Gram Sevak or Horticulture Officer.
Is the assistance applicable for cows of all breeds?
No, the assistance is strictly provided for indigenous (native) cow breeds only.
Can two farmers from the same family apply for the scheme?
No, only one beneficiary per account or household is allowed to receive assistance under the scheme.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Proof of natural farming on at least 1 acre (40 guntha)
- Aadhaar card of the applicant
- Bank account details (passbook or cancelled cheque)
- Proof of indigenous cow ownership with identification tag
- Training certificate (if the applicant is a trained master farmer)