National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)

✦Key Features

• One of 8 National Missions under NAPCC
• Rainfed Area Development (RAD): integrated farming systems for rain-fed areas
• Soil Health Management (SHM): biofertilizers; micronutrients; organic farming
• Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) for organic farming linked
• Now part of Krishonnati Yojana umbrella (2017 restructuring)
• GHG emission reduction from agriculture through efficient input use

✓Eligibility Criteria

• Individual farmers and groups of farmers including Self Help Groups (SHGs).
• Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs) and agricultural cooperatives.
• Small and marginal farmers are given preference for various mission components.
• State governments and implementing agencies responsible for climate-resilient agriculture plans.

★Benefits

• Financial assistance for adopting organic farming practices under the PKVY component.
• Subsidies for the construction of farm ponds and installation of micro-irrigation systems.
• Distribution of Soil Health Cards to optimize fertilizer usage and improve soil fertility.
• Promotion of integrated farming systems to diversify income and mitigate climate risks.

▶Application Process

• Apply through the State Department of Agriculture or local District Agriculture Offices.
• Identify the specific sub-component such as Soil Health Management or On-Farm Water Management.
• Submit the land records and proposal for the intended sustainable agricultural activity.
• Undergo field verification and technical assessment by the block-level agriculture staff.

₹ Budget Allocation

1080

Funding Ratio (Centre:State): 60:40 (Center:State); 90:10 for North Eastern and Himalayan States

Historical Context

Evolved from the NAPCC (2008) and was operationalized in the 12th Five Year Plan to address the vulnerability of Indian agriculture to climate change.