Boost Your Paddy Yield: 50% Subsidy on Improved Seeds

Key Highlights

• 50% subsidy on improved paddy seeds.
• Covered varieties: PR 121, Pusa Basmati 1509, Pusa Basmati 1637, Pant 24.
• Available to farmers in Uttar Pradesh.
• Apply at Government Agricultural Seed Stores.
• Additional subsidies for wheat, peas, gram, mustard, and lentils.

The government is offering a great opportunity for farmers to get improved paddy seeds at half the price. Here's everything you need to know about how to apply and what documents you will need.

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When to Apply

With the monsoon season starting in June, it's the perfect time for farmers to start sowing paddy. The state government is supporting the farmers by providing them with improved and certified seeds with a 50 percent subsidy. Farmers can get these seeds under the Seed Subsidy Scheme.

How Much Subsidy is Available?

Farmers will receive a 50 percent subsidy on the total cost of improved paddy seeds. Specifically, this means a subsidy of 50 percent or up to Rs 2,000 per quintal. If you are registered in the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana, you can even get a mini kit of seeds for free at government seed warehouses.

Which Varieties are Covered?

The subsidy covers several improved varieties of paddy including PR 121, Pusa Basmati 1509, Pusa Basmati 1637, and Pant 24. Farmers will pay only half the price for these seeds, with the remaining cost covered by the subsidy. The scheme works on a first-come, first-served basis. Other crops like wheat, peas, gram, mustard, and lentils are also included in the subsidy program.

How to Apply for the Subsidy

If you're a farmer in Uttar Pradesh, you can benefit from this scheme. To apply, you'll need the following documents:

• Aadhar card
• Residence certificate
• Income certificate
• Bank account details
• Ration card
• Passport size photo
• The mobile number linked to Aadhar

Where to Get the Seeds

Farmers who want to buy paddy seeds at a subsidized rate should visit the Government Agricultural Seed Store. For more information, contact your district's Agriculture Department.

Paddy Production in Uttar Pradesh

Paddy is a major crop in Uttar Pradesh, cultivated on about 30 lakh hectares. The state produces around 150 lakh tonnes of paddy annually. Auraiya district leads in paddy production with an average yield of 33.55 quintals per hectare. Pilibhit and Chandauli districts follow while Deoria, Unnao, and Shrivasti have the lowest production.

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CMV360 Says

This 50 percent subsidy on improved paddy seeds is a valuable opportunity for farmers in Uttar Pradesh to enhance their crop yield at a reduced cost. By applying early and utilizing the Seed Subsidy Scheme, farmers can access high-quality seeds, boosting their productivity and income. Visit your local Government Agricultural Seed Store and contact the district Agriculture Department for more details. Don’t miss this chance for a prosperous paddy season!