Haryana has introduced updated provisions to encourage horticulture-based farming and support rural incomes. The initiative aims to strengthen the agricultural economy by promoting fruit cultivation, vegetable farming under integrated models, floriculture, spice crops, and aromatic plants. The approach aligns with the vision that the agricultural system plays an important role in enabling India to advance as a major global economic strength in the 21st century. The message highlights a broader perspective on agricultural self-reliance.
Key Components Under Horticulture Farming
- Establishing new fruit orchards
- Vegetable cultivation under integrated farming models
- Floriculture expansion
- Spice crop cultivation
- Cultivation of aromatic plants
Subsidy Details
The subsidy support varies based on the type of horticulture activity undertaken:
- ₹24,500 to ₹1,40,000 per acre for establishing new fruit orchards.
- ₹15,000 per acre for vegetable farming under integrated models, while ₹25,500 per acre is available for Scheduled Caste farmers.
- ₹15,000 to ₹30,000 per acre for spice crop cultivation.
- ₹8,000 to ₹40,000 per acre for floriculture.
- ₹8,000 per acre for aromatic plants cultivation.
The subsidy is transferred directly to the farmer’s bank account.
Eligibility and Application Process
The maximum subsidy support is available for up to 5 acres per applicant. Farmers need to complete the following registration steps:
- Register on the Meri Fasal Mera Byora platform.
- Register on the Hortnet portal at hortnet.hortharyana.gov.in.
Required Documents
- Application form and personal details
- Family ID (Parivar Pehchan Patra)
- Complete bank account details of the applicant
- Scheduled Caste certificate where applicable
Contact and Support
For more information, farmers may contact the District Horticulture Officer or call the toll-free number 1800-180-2021. Details are also available through the Haryana Horticulture Department at www.hortharyana.gov.in and the official email [email protected].