Fish Farming Scheme Government
Fish farming is a very beneficial agribusiness. The return or outcome is very high if done in commercial scale. Although, it requires a huge investment for commercial fish farming, and it is necessary to seek outside support to do it in a large scale. This post ‘Fish Farming Scheme Government‘ describe about some important schemes from the department of fisheries. You can apply for these scheme to cut the heavy investment during the initial stage of your farm. Schemes are based on subsidy. Subsidy ranges from 50 – 70%.
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| (1). Structure of subsidy |
| (2). How to apply for the scheme? |
| (3). Registration process |
| (4). Submission of the application form |
| (5). Some important fish farming scheme by government |
(1). Structure of subsidy
1.1: Eligiblity
Small farmers
(Also read: Small farmers landholding)
- Small farmers are eligible for 70%.
- Special categories, such as ST and SC are eligible for up to 90% subsidy.
Marginal farmers
(Also read: Marginal farmers landholding)
- Marginal farmers are eligible for 70% subsidy.
- Special categories, such as ST and SC are eligible for up to 90% subsidy.
Big farmers
( Also read: Big farmers landholding)
- Big farmers are eligible for 50%.
- Special categories, such as ST and SC are eligible for up to 50% subsidy.
(2). How to apply for the scheme?
2.1: Visit the department of fisheries
It is the first step. Go to the department of fisheries to inquiry about the latest schemes on fish farming. It is necessary because schemes are available for a very short period. Try to visit the department of fisheries before the announcement of new financial budget from the state government.
Block level: Go to the department of fisheries. Don’t be confused with the department of agriculture or the department of horticulture. The block fisheries development officer is the head of the department. Directly contact to officer.
District level: Go to the department of fisheries. Don’t be confused with the department of agriculture or the department of horticulture. The district fisheries officer it the head of the department. Directly contact to Assistant Director of Fisheries.
(3). Registration process
Registration is not a big process.
2.1 Collect the following records:
- Adhar card.
- Bank passport.
- Land records.
- Caste certificate.
- Residential certificate.
Why adhar card?
Adhar card is mandatory. It is compulsory to submit it. Adhar card is mandatory for proper validation of the applicant.
Why bank passport?
It is necessary for online transaction. The amount of subsidy is directly credited to farmers bank account.
Why land records?
It is necessary for the validation. This shows that this particular person has land of his own, on which he can develop a fish farming structure.
Why caste certificate?
It is necessary to submit caste certificate. Caste certificate is very important to get those subsidy amount.
Why residential certificate?
Residential certificate tells about the actual residency of the farmers.
(4). Submission of the application form
- Go to the department of fisheries.
- Ask for application form.
- Fill the application form.
- Submit it.
- Get approved for the subsidy.
(5). Some important fish farming scheme by government
Scheme 01: Fish seed production by the department
Objectives:
- Construction of seed production units.
- Seed production by modern technology in scientific way.
- To meet the demand of fish seed.
Benefits of the scheme
- Easy availability of fish seed.
- Distribution of fish seeds among farmers.
- Storage of fish seed.
Scheme 02: Development of fish industry in rivers
Objectives:
- Fish seed collection in river water bodies.
- Encouraging fish production.
- To encourage fish breeding.
- Encouraging capture fisheries.
Scheme 03: Training programme
Objectives:
- Training for rearing of the different species of fishes.
- Fish catching training.
- Training for making of fishing net.
Scheme 04: Educational tour
Objectives: To arrange educational tour for progressive farmers.
Scheme 05: Refresher course
Objectives:
- Farmers who are practicing fish farming in the ponds owned government through gram panchayat.
- Training programme for the owners of private farm.
Scheme 06: Scheme for Self Help Group
- Scheme of loan for self help group.
- Farmers of all categories are eligible.
Scheme 07: Prawn farming
Objectives:
- To increase the extra income of framers.
- Encouraging prawn culture in fresh water.
Scheme 08: Seasonal ponds scheme
Objectives:
- Encouraging fish farming in seasonal ponds.
- To increase the extra income from of small farmers.
Scheme 09: Development of fingerlings
Objectives:
- To rear fingerlings in ponds.
- Fish production in large scale.
Scheme 10: Aquaculture
Objectives:
- Construction of fish pond on farmer’s own land.
- Establishment of feed in meal in farmer’s own land.
- To promote aquaculture in farmer’s own land.
- Establishment of fish hatcheries in farmer’s own land.
Scheme 11: Fish insurance
Objective: To cover the financial risk involved in fish farming.
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