Rainfed Area Development (RAD) scheme was launched in 2014-15 to mainstream development of rainfed areas in a sustainable manner. It adopts an area-based approach, focuses on Integ...
Key details
Department / Ministry: Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Enhanced agriculture productivity and overall remuneration in the rainfed areas.
Risk mitigation against climatic stress such as droughts and heat stress and crop failure.
Conservation of natural resources by soil fertility conservation, rainwater management, increased, etc.
Capacity building of farmers in the domain of improved agronomic practices & climate change mitigation.
Extensive support for Extensive Livestock Systems (health care, breeding, drinking water, fodder in commons, etc.)
Integrated value chain support systems to realize growth potential in pulses, millets and oilseeds-based farming production systems including infrastructure and processing facilities – focus on local markets.
Monetary support of Rs. 30,000/- per family for adoption of integrated farming systems.
Eligibility (who can apply)
All farmers are eligible under the scheme.
How to Apply
**Offline**
Interested beneficiaries can get in touch with the District / Block Agriculture Officer to enquire about village/cluster’s eligibility for the scheme.
If found eligible, the proposal will be forwarded to the State Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC) chaired by Chief Secretary for consideration.
Based on the approval of the SLSC, the project will be rolled out by the state government or state government appointed Project Promoter / Implementing agency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Rainfed Area Development / what is the eligibility?
All farmers are eligible under the scheme.
What are the benefits of Rainfed Area Development?
The scheme targets to provide following benefits:
1) Enhanced agriculture productivity and overall remuneration in the rainfed areas.
2) Risk mitigation against climatic stress such as droughts and heat stress and crop failure.
3) Conservation of natural resources by soil fertility conser...
How to apply online for Rainfed Area Development?
**Offline**
Step 01: Interested beneficiaries can get in touch with the District / Block Agriculture Officer to enquire about village/cluster’s eligibility for the scheme.
Step 02: If found eligible, the proposal will be forwarded to the State Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC) chaired by...