Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize
The “Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize” scheme by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu offers a subsidy to maize-growing farmers in specific districts of the state, providing financial assistance for purchasing certified maize seeds.
About This Scheme
The “Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize” scheme by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is aimed at maize-growing farmers across selected districts in Tamil Nadu, offering a subsidy of the seed cost. The scheme ensures a 24% flow of benefits to SC/ST farmers and 20% to women farmers or women groups, with preference given to small and marginal farmers.
Benefits
Subsidy on Certified Seeds: Farmers can receive 50% of the cost of certified maize seeds, with a cap of ₹1,200/- per quintal, whichever is less.
Eligibility Criteria
The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
The beneficiary should be growing maize in the specified districts of Tamil Nadu: Coimbatore, Dindigul, Erode, Dharmapuri, Krishnagiri, Namakkal, Perambalur, Virudhunagar, Theni, Villupuram, Vellore, Salem, Pudukkottai, Madurai, Sivagangai, Trichy, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi.
Note: Preference will be given to Small/Marginal farmers 24% flow to SC/ST farmers will be ensured 20% flow to women farmers/ women groups.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.
Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.
District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Subsidy on Certified Seeds: Farmers can receive 50% of the cost of certified maize seeds, with a cap of ₹1,200/- per quintal, whichever is less.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.
Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:
Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.
Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.
District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Distribution of Certified Seeds of Maize |
| Short Title | DOCSOM |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Infra |
| Ministry | Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| States | Tamil Nadu |
| Gender | All |
| Caste/Category | SC, ST |
| Area | Rural |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
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