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Government Schemes for Organic Farmers in India: Complete List
Every major central government scheme supporting organic transition — PKVY, MOVCD-NE, PM-PRANAM, Soil Health Card, and how to apply for each.
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Government Schemes for Organic Farmers
India has multiple central schemes supporting organic transition. Most are underutilized because farmers don't know they exist.
Major Schemes
| Scheme | Ministry | Benefit | Who Can Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) | Agriculture | ₹50,000/ha over 3 years for transition + certification | Farmer groups of 50+ |
| MOVCD-NE | Agriculture | Special scheme for Northeast India organic farmers | NE states only |
| PM-PRANAM | Fertilizer Ministry | Incentives for reduced chemical fertilizer use | States/farmers |
| National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA) | Agriculture | Soil health, water use efficiency, training | All farmers |
| MIDH (Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture) | Agriculture | Subsidy on organic input purchase | Horticulture farmers |
| Soil Health Card Scheme | Agriculture | Free soil testing + recommendations | All farmers |
| SFAC / FPO Support | Agriculture | Group marketing, export facilitation | Farmer Producer Organizations |
PKVY — The Primary Organic Scheme
This is the most important scheme for transitioning farmers:
- ₹50,000 per hectare spread over 3 years
- Covers: input costs, certification fees, training, marketing support
- Requirement: Must form or join a cluster of 50+ farmers (20 hectares minimum cluster)
- Application: Through state agriculture department or local KVK
How to Access These Schemes
- Visit your nearest Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) — they handle applications for most central schemes
- Form or join a Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) — many schemes require group applications
- Register on the PM-Kisan portal — many scheme eligibilities link to this database
- Contact district agriculture officer — for PKVY cluster formation specifically
Soil Health Card — Don't Skip This Free Benefit
Every farmer is entitled to a free soil test every 2 years under this scheme. It provides pH, OC, NPK, and micronutrient status — the exact data needed to plan organic transition. Apply through your local agriculture office; most farmers haven't used this entitlement.