The Government of India has launched several schemes to promote agriculture and farming in the country.
Some of the key government schemes for agriculture in India are as follows:
The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) is a crop insurance scheme launched by the Government of India in 2016. The scheme aims to provide insurance coverage and financial support to farmers in the event of crop failure due to natural calamities, pests, or diseases.
The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) is a scheme launched in 2015 to promote water conservation and efficient use of water resources in agriculture. The scheme aims to create new water sources, repair and restore existing ones, and provide irrigation facilities to farmers.
The Soil Health Card Scheme is a scheme launched by the Government of India to provide farmers with information on soil health and nutrient content. The scheme aims to promote soil fertility, improve crop yields, and reduce the use of chemical fertilizers.
The National Agriculture Market (eNAM) is an online platform launched by the Government of India to create a unified national market for agricultural commodities. The platform enables farmers to list their products online and sell them to buyers across the country.
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana (PM-Kisan) is a scheme launched in 2019 to provide income support to small and marginal farmers. Under the scheme, eligible farmers receive direct cash transfers of Rs. 6,000 per year.
The Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) is a scheme launched in 2007 to promote agriculture and allied activities in the country. The scheme provides funding for various agricultural activities such as research and development, extension, and infrastructure development.
The Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) is a scheme launched in 2015 to promote organic farming in the country. The scheme aims to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides and promote the use of organic inputs in agriculture.
These are some of the key government schemes for agriculture and farming in India. These schemes aim to provide support to farmers and promote sustainable agriculture practices in the country.