Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana

✦Key Features

• Cluster-based approach for organic farming adoption.
• Financial assistance provided for input procurement, packaging, and marketing.
• Organic certification through Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) or NPOP.
• Training and capacity building for farmers on organic farming techniques.
• Emphasis on value chain development for organic products.

✓Eligibility Criteria

• Farmers willing to take up organic farming in identified clusters.
• Farmers must be part of a cluster of at least 20 hectares (50 acres) or a group of minimum 20 farmers.
• Farmers must adhere to the organic farming standards prescribed under the scheme.

★Benefits

• Financial assistance of Rs. 50,000 per hectare over three years.
• Access to organic certification and branding.
• Improved soil health and reduced input costs.
• Enhanced market access and better price realization for organic produce.

▶Application Process

• Identification and formation of farmer clusters by the State Agriculture Department.
• Preparation of a cluster action plan and submission to the State Level Executive Committee.
• Approval of the cluster plan and allocation of funds.
• Implementation of organic farming practices, training, and certification activities by farmers.
• Monitoring and evaluation of progress by implementing agencies.

₹ Budget Allocation

500

Funding Ratio (Centre:State): 60:40 (90:10 for NE/Hilly states; 100% for UTs)

Historical Context

Launched in 2015 as a sub-component of Soil Health Management under the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA).