Subsidy of up to ₹60,000 Available on Power Weeder, Apply Now

Key Highlights

• Farmers in MP to get up to ₹60,000 subsidy on power weeder.

• The scheme benefits small, marginal, SC/ST, and women farmers.

• General farmers to get ₹40,000 subsidy support.

• Apply online through the e-Krishi Yantra Anudan Portal.

• Selection of beneficiaries will be done via a lottery system.

Farmers in Madhya Pradesh can now avail subsidy benefits on power weeders under the Krishi Yantra Anudan Yojana. The state government is offering a subsidy of up to ₹60,000 to promote modern agricultural practices and reduce farming costs.

This scheme will especially benefit small, marginal, women, and Scheduled Caste/Tribe farmers, helping them adopt new technology for tasks like weeding, hoeing, and soil preparation. Farmers can apply for this subsidy through the e-Krishi Yantra Anudan Portal.

What is a Power Weeder?

A Power Weeder is a modern agricultural machine used for removing weeds, plowing the soil (light tilling), hoeing, and preparing small-scale fields. It runs on diesel or petrol and comes with rotary blades that cut and turn the soil while removing weeds.

Unlike tractors, it is operated manually but requires much less effort, making it highly useful for farmers with small and medium-sized fields.

Subsidy Available on Power Weeder 2025

Under the Agricultural Engineering Department’s subsidy scheme:

• SC/ST and women farmers: 50% subsidy or up to ₹60,000

• Small and marginal farmers of other categories: 40–50% subsidy

• General category farmers: 30–40% subsidy, with a maximum benefit of ₹40,000

Farmers can also use the subsidy calculator available on the official website to check the exact grant amount.

Price of Power Weeder in India

Power weeders are available in various models and brands, including VST Maestro 55P, Kirloskar Min T 5 Petrol, Kirloskar Min T 8 HP Diesel, Jagatjit Intra 303 Row Weeder, Balwan BW-25, VST FT35 GE, Balwan BP-700, and others.

Their prices range from ₹21,000 to ₹1,85,000 depending on the brand and model.
Farmers must buy only from companies listed by the Agricultural Engineering Department to get the subsidy benefit.

Security Amount to be Deposited

Farmers applying under the scheme must prepare a Demand Draft (DD) of ₹3100 in the name of the Assistant Agricultural Engineer of their district.

• DDs of less than the prescribed amount will not be accepted.

• Applications without DD will be rejected.

A district-wise list of engineers is available on the official portal.

Selection Process for Beneficiaries

• Applications will be collected, and targets will be set based on the number of requests.

• A lottery system will be used to select beneficiaries.

• After verification, farmers will get approval for purchasing the power weeder.
  Farmers are advised to buy the equipment only after approval from the department.

Documents Required for Application

Farmers need the following documents for online application and verification:

• Aadhaar card (linked with mobile number)

• Bank passbook (first page copy)

• Demand Draft of ₹3100

• Land ownership proof (Khasra / Khatauni or B-1)

• Caste Certificate (mandatory for SC/ST farmers)

How to Apply for Power Weeder Subsidy

• The scheme is currently available for Madhya Pradesh farmers only.

• Applications can be submitted online at the e-Krishi Yantra Anudan Portal.

• Beneficiaries will be selected through a lottery system.

Important Links

• Official Website: https://farmer.mpdage.org

• Apply Online: https://farmer.mpdage.org/Registration/AadharVerification

• District-wise List of Agricultural Engineers: Click Here

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CMV360 Says

The Power Weeder Subsidy 2025 scheme is a major step by the Madhya Pradesh government to promote modern farming practices at a lower cost. By offering subsidies up to ₹60,000, the scheme aims to support small, marginal, SC/ST, and women farmers in adopting mechanized agriculture, saving both time and labor. Farmers are encouraged to apply online and avail the benefits on time.