Government Subsidy: Farming activities in India occur throughout the year, with crops being cultivated in every season. Currently, the focus is on the sowing of Zaid crops. In this context, the government of Uttar Pradesh has initiated the sale of certified seeds at subsidized rates for these crops.
Farmers can purchase certified seeds of various types
Details regarding the sale prices and subsidies are available at government seed stores situated within the development blocks of the Agriculture Department in Uttar Pradesh. Farmers can purchase certified seeds of various types, including moong, urad, groundnut, and hybrid maize, at reduced prices from these seed centers.
Huge discounts on various types of seeds
As per the information provided, the price for Urad seeds (all varieties) is set at Rs 7520 per quintal, down from the actual price of Rs 14520, with a subsidy of Rs 7000 provided by both the Central and Uttar Pradesh governments. For moong seeds (all varieties), farmers will pay Rs 6501 per quintal, while the actual price is Rs 13001 per quintal, benefiting from a subsidy of Rs 6500. The price for all varieties of peanut seeds has been established at Rs 4740 per quintal, with the actual price being Rs 9479 per quintal, resulting in a subsidy of Rs 4730. Additionally, hybrid maize seeds for Zaid cultivation are also available at subsidized rates, although the prices and subsidies vary among different hybrid varieties.
Who can apply
It is important to note that only farmers registered on the Uttar Pradesh Agriculture Department’s portal will be eligible to purchase these seeds. The Agriculture Department has set the aforementioned retail prices. Furthermore, the government is actively promoting ethanol blending in petrol, which underscores the importance of increasing maize production. Consequently, the subsidy on maize seeds is expected to benefit farmers and enhance domestic production.
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