To Provide Financial Assistance to the Farmers Practicing Natural Farming Under the Completely Chemical Free Dang District
Farmers in the Dang district of Gujarat who practice natural, chemical-free farming receive a seasonal cash incentive — ₹10,000 per hectare in their first year and ₹6,000 per hectare from the second year onwards, split between Kharif and Rabi/Summer seasons. Applicants must own an indigenous cow and farm between 0.5 acres (20 Guntha) and 2 hectares of land. Apply online at the I-Khedut portal.
About This Scheme
Farmers in the Dang district of Gujarat who practice natural, chemical-free farming receive a seasonal cash incentive — ₹10,000 per hectare in their first year and ₹6,000 per hectare from the second year onwards, split between Kharif and Rabi/Summer seasons. Applicants must own an indigenous cow and farm between 0.5 acres (20 Guntha) and 2 hectares of land. Apply online at the I-Khedut portal.
Full official description
The Scheme "To Provide Financial Assistance to the Farmers Practicing Natural Farming Under the Completely Chemical Free Dang District” launched by the Department of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare & Co-operation, Government of Gujarat, is designed to support farmers who engage in natural farming practices without the use of chemical inputs in the Dang district. It aims to enhance soil fertility, lower production costs, and promote eco-friendly farming.
Benefits
- Year 1: ₹10,000 per hectare (₹5,000 for Kharif season + ₹5,000 for Rabi and Summer)
- Year 2 onwards: ₹6,000 per hectare (₹3,000 for Kharif + ₹3,000 for Rabi and Summer)
- Payments made seasonally upon verification of natural farming practices
Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Must be a farmer in the Dang district of Gujarat practicing natural (chemical-free) farming
- Must own at least one indigenous cow (with or without an identification tag)
- Only one beneficiary per family allowed (family defined as husband, wife, and minor children on the barcoded ration card)
- Must practice natural farming on at least 20 Guntha (0.5 acres) and not more than 2 hectares of agricultural land
- Must be registered under natural farming through an APEDA/NPOP recognised organisation or registered by September 2021
- Farmers who started natural farming before Kharif 2020 are not eligible
- Farmers holding a C2/C3 stage or Green/Organic Certificate under PGS-India are not eligible
Exclusions
Farmers who began natural farming before Kharif 2020.
Farmers who have obtained C2/C3 stage or Green/Organic Certificate under the PGS–India system.
How to Apply
Step-1: The applicant may visit and apply online at I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/ Step-2: On the home page, click on ‘Schemes’ and then click on ‘Animal Husbandry Schemes’. Step-3: Now select the scheme, click on the ‘Apply’ button and an application page will open. Step-4: Click on "Apply New" button and submit a new application. Step-5: Click on the "Update Application" button to add corrections to the application. Step-6: Once the application is done, confirm it. Step-7: Take a print out of the online application and submit it to the Gram Sevak/BTM/ATM/Project Director-Aatma with the necessary documents listed in the application. Step-8: Applicant can also check their Application Status/View/Print/Upload Application details from the below link: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/public/frm_Applicant_Corner.aspx
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the objective of this scheme?
The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to farmers practicing natural farming in the completely chemical-free Dang district to promote sustainable agriculture, increase productivity, and ensure environmental conservation.
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A farmer who practices natural farming in the completely chemical-free Dang district and owns at least one indigenous cow is eligible to apply.
Is it mandatory for the farmer's cow to have an identification tag?
No, the farmer's cow can be with or without an identification tag to qualify for the scheme.
What is the maximum area of land that a farmer can claim assistance for?
A farmer can receive financial assistance for a maximum of 2 hectares of land under this scheme.
Can both the husband and wife from the same family apply for the scheme?
No, only one member of a farmer family listed in the barcoded ration card (either husband or wife, or their minor children) is eligible to receive assistance.
How much financial support does the scheme provide to a new beneficiary?
A new beneficiary can receive ₹10,000/- per hectare for the first year- ₹5,000/- for the Kharif season and ₹5,000/- for the Rabi and Summer seasons.
How much assistance is provided to a farmer who has already received benefits in the previous year?
An old beneficiary is eligible to receive ₹6,000/- per hectare - ₹3,000/- for Kharif and ₹3,000/- for Rabi and Summer.
Are farmers who started natural farming before Kharif 2020 eligible for this scheme?
No, farmers who began natural farming before the Kharif 2020 season are not eligible for the scheme.
What happens if a farmer possesses a PGS–Green/Organic Certificate (C2/C3)?
A farmer who already holds a PGS–Green/Organic Certificate is not eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme.
How is the authenticity of the cow and farming practices verified?
The cow and the farmer’s natural farming practices are verified through a field visit conducted by an authorized team appointed by the Project Director, ATMA.
Where can a farmer apply for this scheme?
A farmer can apply for the scheme through the official iKhedut portal.
What is the process if the number of applicants exceeds the scheme’s target?
If applications exceed the target, the selection of beneficiaries is done through a random draw via the iKhedut portal.
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- Proof of land ownership.
- Barcoded ration card.
- Proof of natural farming registration (APEDA/NPOP).
- Guarantee letter from the farmer.
- Any other documents as required.