Maize Development through Cluster Approach Scheme
The objectives of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting the crop and location specific production technology.
About This Scheme
The scheme “Maize Development through Cluster Approach” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. The objective of the scheme is to increase food grain production in order to attain self-sufficiency by growing high-yielding varieties of maize and also by adopting crop and location-specific production technology.
Benefits
Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
The applicant should have sufficient available cultivable land of (0.025 hectares).
Application Process
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Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:
Sectoral Officer, Directorate of Agriculture
District Agriculture Officer
Sub-Divisional Officer
Agriculture Development Officer
Official Source: View on myScheme.gov.in
Benefits
Under the scheme, quality seeds shall be supplied to farmers at subsidized rates for higher yield.
Application Process
Apply Offline
Application Process:
Step 01: The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper.
Step 02: Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 03: Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Horticulture Development Officer of a CD Block/Agriculture Circle.
Mode of Selection of Beneficiary(s):
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Whom to Contact:
Sectoral Officer, Directorate of Agriculture
District Agriculture Officer
Sub-Divisional Officer
Agriculture Development Officer
References & Official Links
Scheme Details
| Full Name | Maize Development through Cluster Approach Scheme |
| Short Title | MDCAS |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Categories | Agriculture,Rural & Environment |
| States | Meghalaya |
| Gender | All |
| Area | Both |
| Source | www.myscheme.gov.in ↗ |
Deepika Raikwar · 📅 21 May 2026
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