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Clear filtersAgriculture Engineering (Mechanical) Scheme
This scheme, run by the Government of Meghalaya, helps farmers access modern agricultural machinery at reduced costs. Instead of buying expensive equipment like power tillers, bulldozers, and tractors, farmers can hire them at subsidised rates. The scheme aims to make advanced farming tools affordable and accessible to small and marginal farmers in Meghalaya.
View DetailsIntegrated Technology Enabled Agriculture Management System Or iTEAMS
iTEAMS is a technology-enabled agricultural management system launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, Government of Meghalaya. It helps farmers access better markets for their produce through transparent and effective facilitation services. Farmers can call the iTEAM helpline at 1917 to get expert advice and market linkage support for selling their agricultural products at remunerative prices.
View DetailsFruit Processing Centre
The Fruit Processing Centre scheme in Meghalaya aims to train youth entrepreneurs, farmers, and housewives in fruit preservation techniques and modern processing methods. Run by the state government, it provides practical demonstrations on how to manufacture quality processed fruit products like squashes, jams, jellies, and juices under the brand name 'Meg Fruits Product'. The scheme focuses on building technical skills and promoting fruit-based entrepreneurship in the state.
View DetailsThe Meghalaya Victim Compensation Scheme, 2022
The Meghalaya Victim Compensation Scheme, 2022 is a social welfare programme run by the Social Welfare Department of the Meghalaya Government. It provides financial assistance and support services to victims of crime or violence. The scheme aims to help victims rebuild their lives through shelter, medical care, counselling, legal help, and educational support.
View DetailsSoil Testing Laboratory
The Soil Testing Laboratory scheme is a service launched by the Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Department in Meghalaya on 1 April 2013. It provides soil testing facilities to farmers to help them understand the quality and composition of their soil. The scheme aims to improve agricultural productivity by enabling farmers to make informed decisions about fertilizer use and soil management practices based on scientific soil analysis.
View DetailsThe Meghalaya Tribal Students’ Book Grant (Post-Matric Education)
The Meghalaya Tribal Students' Book Grant is a financial assistance scheme run by the Directorate of Higher and Technical Education, Meghalaya. It is designed to support meritorious tribal students pursuing post-matric (higher secondary and above) education. The scheme provides funding to help students purchase books and study materials needed for their courses.
View DetailsMeghalaya Agriculture Response Vehicle Scheme
The scheme “Meghalaya Agriculture Response Vehicle Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to provide Small Commercial Vehicles and pickups at each CD Block across Meghalaya with 50% financial aid from the Government of Meghalaya.
View DetailsMaternity Benefit (MBOCWWB)
The Maternity Benefit scheme (MBOCWWB) is run by the Meghalaya government to support women construction workers. It provides financial assistance to registered women construction workers during their maternity period. The scheme aims to help pregnant women workers by offering monetary support when they cannot work due to pregnancy and childbirth.
View DetailsBio Control Laboratory and Pesticides Testing Laboratory Scheme
This scheme, run by the Department of Agriculture in Meghalaya, establishes Bio Control and Pesticides Testing Laboratories to produce beneficial bio-agents like Trichoderma and Trichogramma. These agents are distributed to farmers for organic plant health management and pest control. The scheme promotes organic farming practices and reduces dependence on chemical pesticides while improving crop productivity.
View DetailsSeed Farms Scheme
The Seed Farms Scheme, run by the Government of Meghalaya, aims to produce high-quality seeds of cereals, pulses, and oilseeds. It also supports the raising of horticultural seedlings such as orange, coconut, and arecanut. The scheme distributes these seeds and seedlings to farmers and cultivators to improve agricultural productivity in Meghalaya.
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