Schemes
Rainfed Area Development (RAD)
Rainfed Area Development (RAD) aims to adopt an appropriate farm methodology system (including horticulture, livestock, fisheries, agriculture, forestry, beekeeping, etc.) to ensure sustainable increase in agricultural productivity in rainfed areas. Integrated Farming System (IFS) is being provided a grant of Rs. 30,000 per farmer family for livestock-based (small animals/birds), dairy-based, horticulture-based, poultry, and forestry-based farming. Training: A grant of Rs. 10,000 per cluster is provided for training.
Plan for promoting organic farming in Uttar Pradesh
In Uttar Pradesh, a scheme to promote organic farming is being implemented. Under this scheme, farmers are provided a grant of Rs. 4800 per acre in the first year, Rs. 4000 per acre in the second year, and Rs. 3600 per acre in the third year, totaling Rs. 12,400 per acre over three years. This scheme is being carried out in 1,200 clusters across 52 districts of the state.