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Agriculture
Current Affairs
2019 - 20
Third Edition
A book for all Agricultural

Competitive exams
Inside:
NABARD norms
All Schemes
Subsidies
Current affairs MCQs
NABARD Annual report
Export data
By
D.K. Wadhwa
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PREFACE
We have a great pleasure while publishing our third edition of “Agriculture

current affairs” book. This book is very precise and has a lot of data as per
the need of your exam. We have added current data, current schemes,
NABARD Norms and important subsidies in this part. We have also added
some current affairs-based practice set so that you can prepare before you
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Message from D.K. Wadhwa
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हमारा लक्ष्य हमारे छात्रों का मार्गदर्ग न कुछ इस तरह से करना है कक उनका सोंघर्ग हमे र्ा
उन्हें चयन कक तरफ ले जाये। क्रोंकक किना मार्गदर्ग न के अभाव में व्यक्ति कदर्ाहीन नाव
की तरह हर जाता है । क्रोंकक छात् के चयन मे दर िातें सवाग किक महत्वपूर्ग हरती है । प्रथम -
छात् द्वारा ककिन पररश्रम एवों दू सरा, जर प्रथम के ही समान महत्व रखता है –
”कुर्ल मार्गदर्ग न”, जर छात्रों के हार्ग वकग कर स्मार्ग वकग में तब्दील कर दे ।
“सुप्तस्ये कसोंहस्य मु खे नहीों प्रकवर्क्ति मृ र्ा:”
अथाग त् , सरए हुए कसोंह के मु ख में अपने आप कहरर् प्रवेर् नहीों करता । उसी प्रकार ककसी
भी सफलता प्राक्तप्त हे तु छात् का प्रयत्नर्ील हरना कनताों त आवश्यक है । ”ककिन पररश्रम” ही
सफलता का प्रथम सरपान (सीढ़ी) है ।
अक्सर यह कवकदत हरता है कक प्रकतभार्ाली से प्रकतभार्ाली छात् ककिन पररश्रम के उपराों त
भी प्रकतयरर्ी परीक्षाओों में सफलता से वोंकचत रह जाते हैं । ऐसा कुर्ल मार्गदर्ग न के अभाव
के कारर् हरता है । इस आलरक में प्रकतयरर्ी परीक्षाओों के कनत्य पररवकतगत हर रहे र्ै ली कर
समझकर छात्रों का उकचत मार्गदर्ग न कर उन्हें सही कदर्ा में पररश्रम हे तु प्रेररत कर सफलता
प्राक्तप्त कराना हमारा मू ल आिार है ।
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INDEX
1. Economic Survey 2018-19

2. Union Budget 2019-20
3. Minimum Support Price (MSP)
4. List of current cabinet Ministers
5. Top three export destination of India (Major commodities)
6. Top two Import destination of India (Major commodities)
7. NABARD Annual report (Summarized)
8. Subsidiaries of NABARD
9. 20th Livestock Census
10. MSME
11. Agriculture leadership awardees 2019
12. List of Padma Shri award to farmers
13. State wise production (Fruits)
14. State wise production (Vegetables)
15. State wise production (Flowers)
16. State wise production (Plantation)
17. State wise production (Cereals and major commodities)
18. International Production & India’s rank (Major commodities)
19. Production of Food grains for 2017-18
20. Area and Production of Horticulture Crops
21. Per capita availability
22. All India area, production and productivity of horticulture crops
23. Livestock Population 2019 of Major States (List of top three)
24. Major schemes, launching date and fund
25. State wise fishing craft
26. GST rate on different Agricultural commodities
27. Food Act
28. Difference between FSSAI and AGMARK
29. Agri export zones of APEDA
30. Agriculture Census 2015-16
31. Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC)
32. Forest Report-2017
33. Organization and chief person
34. India's Position in World Agriculture
35. Latest RBI Bank Rates
36. Important days
37. GI Tag
38. Millets
39. Crop Residue Burning
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40. Irrigation
41. Important schemes
i. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
ii. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana
iii. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
iv. Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan
v. PM-AASHA (Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan
Abhiyan)
vi. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana
vii. Per Drop More Crop - Other Interventions (SWMA)
viii. Soil Health Card Scheme (SHC)
ix. Mridpriskshk
x. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)
xi. National Agriculture Market (e-NAM)
xii. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
xiii. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
xiv. Mega Food Parks Scheme
xv. Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme
xvi. Pashu Kisan Credit Card
xvii. RuPay Mudra Debit Card
xviii. Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
xix. 'Nal se Jal' scheme
xx. ‘Yuva Sahakar’ Scheme
xxi. Baroda Kisan
xxii. Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation
(KALIA)
xxiii. Odisha Government launches Saura Jalnidhi scheme
xxiv. Agri-clinics and agri-business centres scheme (ACABC)
xxv. Kisan Call Centres (KCC)
xxvi. Interest Subvention Scheme (ISS)
xxvii. Atma Yojana
xxviii. Lead Bank scheme
xxix. Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries
xxx. Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY)
xxxi. Crop Residue Management Scheme
xxxii. Krishi Dak
xxxiii. Farmer FIRST
xxxiv. Mera Gaon – Mera Gaurav
xxxv. Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture (ARYA) Scheme
xxxvi. STUDENT READY
xxxvii. Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs)
xxxviii. e-Pashuhaat portal
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xxxix. Umbrella Scheme ‘Green Revolution — Krishonnati Yojana’
xl. National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
xli. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)
xlii. National Oilseeds and Oil Palm Mission
xliii. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana
xliv. Rashtriya Krishi Vvikas yojana (RKVY)
xlv. Gobar-DhanYojna
xlvi. Saffron revolution
xlvii. Nari tu Narayani/Women
xlviii. Nari Shakti Puraskar (2018)
xlix. Dairy Development schemes
l. National Livestock Mission
li. National Mission on Bovine Productivity
lii. Rashtriya Gokul Mission
42. Important MCQs from important schemes
43. National and international organization
44. ICAR awards
45. ICAR initiative for improvement of Agriculture
46. Publication of ICAR
47. Revised names of ICAR institutes
48. List of important organization with their brief detail
49. Institutions in Agriculture their location and establishment year
50. National Seed Corporation (NSC)
51. Coconut Development Board (CDB)
52. Poly Houses
53. Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
54. Apiculture
55. National bee board (NBB)
56. Sericulture
57. Central Silk Board
58. ZBNF
59. Mobile app for farmers
60. Web portals developed by GOI
61. Natural Resource data
62. New varieties released by ICAR
63. NABARD Norms
64. Important Subsidies
65. Important one liner
66. Current affairs Practice set
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Highlights of Economic Survey 2018-19
 Gross Value Added (GVA) in agriculture decreased from 6.3 percent in

2016-17 to 2.9 percent in 2018-19.
 Gross Capital Formation (GCF) in agriculture as percentage of GVA
marginally declined to 15.2 per cent in 2017-18 as compared to 15.6 per
cent in 2016-17.
 The public sector GCF in agriculture as a percentage of GVA increased is 2.7
per cent in 2016-17.
 Women’s participation in agriculture increased to 13.9 per cent in 2015-16.
 89% of groundwater extracted is used for irrigation and 6 and 5% for
industry and housing respectively.
 Fertilizer response ratio has been declining over time. Organic and natural
farming techniques including Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) can
improve both water use efficiency and soil fertility.
 Adopting appropriate technologies through Custom Hiring Centers and
implementation of ICT are critical to improve resource-use efficiency among
small and marginal farmers.
 Diversification of livelihoods is critical for inclusive and sustainable
development in agriculture and allied sectors.
Union Budget 2019-20

 The annual average growth rate registered at 2.88 per cent during 2014-2018
in agriculture and allied sectors. It was well below the prescribed target of 4
per cent per annum
 The Gross Value Added (GVA) of agriculture and allied sector during 2018-
19 was recorded at 2.9 per cent against 6.3 per cent in 2016-17.
 The proposed Budget 2019-20 has historic allocation for the Ministry of
Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare: Rs 1,30,485 crore —the highest-ever.
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Key Highlights
I. Allocation to Centrally Sponsored Schemes:

 2019-20 Budget allocation reduced for National Social Assistance
Programme, Green Revolution and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and
remained constant for Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY).
Allocation for National Rural Drinking Water Mission, National Livelihood
Mission – Ajivika (Launched in 2011 and renamed in 2015 as DAY-NRLM)
and Jobs and Skill Development initiative witnessed enhancement in the BE
2019-20.
II. Zero Budget Farming:
 It is expected that government would devise an effective and smooth road
map to cover India’s 14.1 crore farmer households on the issues of organic
farming and zero-budget farming.
III. Promotion of FPOs:
 The Budget has a 5-year long-term target to form 10,000 Farmer Producer
Organisations (FPOs) to ensure economies of scale for farmers. FPOs are
collectivization of producer’s especially small and marginal farmers, to
collectively address challenge of agriculture.
IV. Investment in Irrigation:
 Irrigation coverage of only 46% of net cultivated area of 141 million hectares
in the country.
 Budget continued its stress on strengthening Pradhan Mantri Krishi
Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) which targeted to irrigate the field of every
farmer and to improve water use efficiency.
V. Rural Drinking Water Security:
 Not only a new Ministry, i.e., Jal Shakti Mantralaya has been carved out by
integrating Ministries of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga
Rejuvenation and Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation, the Budget has
also allocated Rs. 10,000 cr. to National Rural Drinking Water Mission in
2019-20 which registered a massive 43 per cent increase.
 The mandate of the Mission is to achieve the objective of Har Ghar Jal [piped
water supply to each household].
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VI. e-NAM & Agri-marketing

VII. Value Chain Finance:
 To boost agri-business, the government has been attempting to ensure robust
modern infrastructure in the food processing sector along the entire
value/supply chain of food processing through its scheme Pradhan Mantri
Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY).
 Budget 2019-20 expressed its will to invest widely in agri-infrastructure by
supporting private entrepreneurships in driving value-addition to farmer’s
produce from the field and for those in the allied activities as well.
Minimum Support Price:

 MSPs are minimum prices at which govt. purchases the commodities from
farmer.
 The minimum support prices are announced by the Government of India at
the beginning of the sowing season for certain crops.
 MSP was declared for the first time in 1965.
 MSPs are decided on their production cost plus the imputed value of family
labour at prevailing wage rate(A2+FL). While the recommendation given by
CACP is C2 Method.
 Government announces minimum support prices (MSPs) for 22 mandated
crops and fair and remunerative price (FRP) for sugarcane on the basis of
recommendations of the CACP.
 Pricing policy for sugarcane is known as FRP (Fair and remunerative price)
 In 1975-76, the present system was evolved in which only one set of prices
was announced.
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Current MSP Rate:
Commodity 2018-19 2019-20
Paddy Common 1750 1815
Paddy Grade'A' 1770 1835
Jowar-Hybrid 2430 2550
Jowar-Maldandi 2450 2570
Bajra 1950 2000
Ragi 2897 3150
Maize 1700 1760
Tur (Arhar) 5675 5800
Moong 6975 7050
Urad 5600 5700
Groundnut 4890 5090
Sunflower Seed 5388 5650
Soyabean Yellow 3399 3710
Sesamum 6249 6485
Nigerseed 5877 5940
Medium Staple Cotton 5255

5150
^
Long Staple Cotton 5450 5550
Rabi
Wheat 1840 1925
Barley 1440 1525
Gram 4620 4875
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Lentil (Masur) 4475 4800
Rapeseed/ mustard 4200 4425
Safflower 4945 5215
OTHER COMMERCIAL CROPS
Jute 3950
Sugarcane 275
Copra (Milling) 9521
Copra (Ball 9920
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List of current cabinet Ministers:
1. Shri Narendra Singh Tomar: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare,

Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Panchayati Raj
2. Smt. Harsimrat Kaur Badal: Ministry of Food Processing Industries
3. Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani: Ministry of Textiles
4. Shri Giriraj Singh: Ministry of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries
5. Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat: Ministry of Jal Shakti
6. Shri Parkash Jawedkar: Minister of environment
7. Shri D.V. Sadananda Gowda: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
8. Shri Ramvilas Paswan: Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public
Distribution
9. Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari: Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
10. Nirmala Sitharaman: Minister of finance
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Top Three Export Destination Of India
1st 2nd 3rd

Floriculture USA Netherland UK
Onions Bangladesh Malaysia United Arab
Emirates/Sri Lanka
Tomatoes United Arab Nepal Qatar
Emirates
Potatoes Nepal Sri Lanka Oman
Walnuts Germany UK USA
Mangoes United Arab UK Oman/ Saudi Arabia
Emirates
Fresh Grapes Netherland Russia UK
Papaya United Arab Saudi Qatar
Emirates Arabia
Fresh Apple Nepal Bangladesh Iran
Fresh Banana United Arab Oman Iran
Emirates
Fresh Oranges Bangladesh Nepal United Arab Emirates
Fresh/Dried United States United Arab Qatar
Guavas Emirates
Litchi Nepal United Arab Saudi Arabia
Emirates
Cucumber and USA France Russia
Gherkins
(Prepared &
Preserved)
Pulses Algeria United Arab USA
Emirates
Natural Honey USA United Arab Saudi Arab
Emirates
Groundnuts Indonesia Philippines Vietnam
Basmati Rice Iran Saudi Arab Iraq
Wheat Nepal Bangladesh United Arab Emirates
Maize Nepal Bangladesh Vietnam
Groundnuts Indonesia Philippines Vietnam
Alcoholic United Arab Singapore Netherland
Beverages Emirates
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Buffalo meat Vietnam Malaysia Indonesia

Poultry product Oman Maldives Japan
Dairy Products Turkey UAE Egypt
Non-Basmati Nepal Benin Senegal
Rice
Top two Import destination of India:

1st 2nd
Fresh Fruits and USA Afghanistan
Vegetables
Processed Fruits and Afghanistan China
Vegetables
Flowers Netherland Thailand
NABARD Annual report:
 Growth rate of different sector:

2017-18 2018-19 (PE)
GVA at basic prices 6.9 6.6
Agriculture 5.0 2.9
Overall GDP growth 7.2 6.8
 The low growth of agricultural sector GVA resulted in a declining share

of the agriculture and allied sectors in GVA, which touched 14.3% in
2018–19, as compared to 14.9% in 2017–18.
 The annual growth rate of real gross value added at 2011–12 prices
declined to 2.9% in 2018–19 from 5.0% in 2017–18. A fall in rabi
acreage affected the agricultural performance.
 Detail of Landholding:
Total operational holdings 145.73
(Million)
Average holding size (Ha.) 1.08
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Gross cropped area (Million Ha.) 198.36

Net sown area (Million Ha.) 140.13
 Gross Capital Formation (GCF):

2016-17 2017-18
Share of agriculture and 7.8 7.2
allied sector in total GCF
GCF in agriculture and 14 13.7
allied sector as a % of
GVA of the sector
 The fiscal deficit for 2018–19 stood at 3.4%, and the central
government has set a fiscal deficit target of 3.3% for 2019–20
 India’s GDP growth is 7.2% in 2017-18
 Total NPAs of 2018 In case of Scheduled commercial banks stood at
962600 crore, in this agriculture NPA is 83200 crore (8.6 % of total).-
Source: RBI
 Average Rural wages ₹/day:
Year Agri. Agri. Non- Non-
Wages Wages Agri. Agri.
(Men) (women) Wages Wages
(Men) (women)
2017-18 286 205 330 207
2018-19 296 214 341 224
(upto feb)
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Production
Meat: 7.7
Milk: 176 MMT
MMT
Poultry
Eggs: 95217 Fisheries:
miilion Meat: 3.76
12.6 MMT
MT
 NABARD launched a pilot project for the digitization of SHGs titled
‘EShakti’ in March 2015 in two districts, viz., Ramgarh (Jharkhand)
and Dhule (Maharashtra).
 Climate Change Performance Index 2019 places India 11th in the
world in terms of climate policies
 Global Hunger Index 2019: India at 102 out of 117 countries (Not
from NABARD Report)
 A Special Report (SR-15) published by Inter Governmental Panel on
Climate Change (IPCC) on 8 October 2015 highlighted that human
activities have caused 1.0°C (approx.) of global warming above pre-
industrial levels (between 1850 and 1900) and the warming is likely
to reach 1.5°C between 2030 and 2052.
 The Climate Change Centre (CCC) at BIRD, Lucknow was
inaugurated on 20 July 2018
 The first GCF project was sanctioned on ‘Groundwater recharge and
solar micro-irrigation to ensure food security and enhance resilience
in vulnerable areas of Odisha’ with a grant assistance of US$34.35
million in April 2017.
 The project aimed at water resilience in 15 predominantly tribal
districts of Odisha.
 A Producer Organisation Development Fund (PODF) with initial
corpus of ₹50 crore was created by NABARD out of its operating
surplus, during 2011.
 NABARD has promoted 2,154 FPOs in 29 states, of which around
70% FPOs are registered as Farmers Producer Companies (FPCs)
and the remaining as Cooperatives/Societies.
 Promotion of FPOs under PRODUCE fund:
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Number of FPOs 2154

mobilized/Sanctioned
Number of FPOs 2075
registered
Grant amount sanctioned 208.88
(Crore)
Grant amount utilized 138.43
(Crore)
The NABARD All India Financial Inclusion Survey (2015-16)

 Farm households had an average monthly income of ₹8,931 as
against ₹7,269 earned by non-agriculture households.
 Cultivation was the main source (35%) of monthly income of
agriculture households, followed by wage labour (34%).
 Average size of land holding was 1.08 ha.
 Incidence of indebtedness was 52.5% among agriculture households
and 42.8% among non-agriculture households.
 Irrigation coverage:
Area in lakh ha.
Net area under irrigation 683.83
Micro irrigation area 92.05
Drip Irrigation 42.38
Sprinkler irrigation 49.67
 Web Portal developed by NABARD:
Web Portals Purpose
E-Shakti Digitization of SHG, It coveres 4.34 lakhs

SHGs and 47.91 lakhs member beneficiaries
in 100 districts.
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Watershed To capture physical progress of watershed

development funded by NABARD using GIS technology
Tribal Data of TDF projects funded by NABARD

Development across 220 districts benefitting 3.65 lakhs
farmers
Krishak For the Digitization of farmers club and their

Sarathi members
NabSkill To capture detail of various stakeholders
Krishak Portal and app for data collection on pilot

Samridhi projects for doubling the farmers income
 SUBSIDIARIES OF NABARD:
 NABCONS , New Delhi, since 2005
 NABFINS, Bengaluru
 NABKISAN, Chennai, since 1997
 NABSAMRUDDHI, Mumbai, since 1997
 NABVENTURES, Mumbai, since 2018
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20th Livestock Census

 The livestock census is conducted across the country periodically since
1919.
 The 20th Livestock Census was launched during the month of October,
2018.
 Various species of animals (cattle, buffalo, mithun, yak, sheep, goat, pig,
horse, pony, mule, donkey, camel, dog, rabbit and elephant)/poultry birds
(fowl, duck and other poultry birds) possessed by the households, household
enterprises/non-household enterprises were counted at that site.
 Another important feature of 20th Livestock Census is it has been
designed to capture Breed-wise number of animals and poultry birds.
 The National Informatics Centre, Ministry of Electronics & IT has
developed Android based mobile application for data collection.
 Some of the key outcomes of the 20th Livestock Census is summarized
below:
 The total Livestock population is 535.78 million (53.6 crore) in the
country showing an increase of 4.6% over Livestock Census2012.
 Total Bovine population (Cattle, Buffalo, Mithun andYak) is 302.79
Million in 2019 which shows an increase of 1.0% over the previous
census.
 The total number of cattle in the country is 192.49 million in 2019
showing an increase of 0.8 % over previous Census.
 The Female Cattle (Cows population) is 145.12 million, increased by
18.0% over the previous census (2012).
 The Exotic/Crossbred and Indigenous/Non-descript Cattle population in
the country is 50.42 million and 142.11 million respectively.
 The Indigenous/Non-descript female cattle population has increased by
10% in 2019 as compared to previous census.
 The population of the total Exotic/Crossbred Cattle has increased by
26.9 % in 2019 as compared to previous census.
 There is a decline of 6 % in the total Indigenous (both descript and non-
descript) Cattle population over the previous census. However, the pace of
decline of Indigenous Cattle population during 2012-2019 is much lesser as
compared to 2007-12 which was about 9%.
 The total buffaloes in the country is 109.85 Million showing an increase
of about 1.0% over previous Census.
 The total milch animals (in-milk and dry) in cows and buffaloes is
125.34 Million, an increase of 6.0 % over the previous census.
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 The total sheep in the country is 74.26 Million in 2019, increased by

14.1% over previous Census.
 The Goat population in the country in 2019 is 148.88 Million showing an
increase of 10.1% over the previous census.
 The total Pigs in the country is 9.06 Million in the current Census, declined
by 12.03% over the previous Census.
 The total Mithun in the country is 3.9 Lakhs in 2019, increased by 30.0%
over previous Census.
 The total Yak in the country is Fifty Eight Thousand in 2019, decreased
by 24.67% over previous Census.
 The total Horses and Ponies in the country is 3.4 Lakhs in 2019,
decreased by 45.6% over previous Census.
 The total population of Mules in the country is Eighty Four Thousand in
2019, decreased by 57.1% over previous Census.
 The total population of Donkeys in the country is 1.2 Lakhs in 2019,
 The total Camel population in the country is 2.5 Lakhs in 2019,
 The total Poultry in the country is 851.81 Million in 2019, increased by
16.8% over previous Census.
 The total Backyard Poultry in the country is 317.07 Million in 2019,
increased by 45.8% over previous Census.
 The total Commercial Poultry in the country is 534.74 Million in 2019,
increased by 4.5% over previous Census.
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Distribution of Livestock Population
Mithun, 35.94%
Yaks,
Horses, -Cattle
Ponies,
Mules,
Donkeys and
Camels
27.80%
taken -Goat
together
contribute In 20th
0.23% of the
total Livestoc
livestock k
Census 20.45%
1.69%- -
Pigs Buffalo
es
13.87%
-Sheep
 As compare to previous census the percentage share of sheep and goat

population has increased whereas the percentage share of cattle, buffalo
and pig has marginally declined.
 Livestock Population - Major Species
Category Population Population (In % growth

(In million) 2012 million) 2019
Cattle 190.90 192.49 0.83
Buffalo 108.70 109.85 1.06
Sheep 65.07 74.26 14.13
Goat 135.17 148.88 10.14
Pig 10.29 9.06 -12.03
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Mithun 0.30 0.38 26.66

Yak 0.08 0.06 -25.00
Horses & 0.63 0.34 -45.58
Pomies
Mule 0.20 0.08 -57.09
Donkey 0.32 0.12 -61.23
Camel 0.40 0.25 37.05
Total 512.06 535.78 4.63
livestock
 Livestock Population, 2012 & 2019 of Major States:
Sr. States Population Population % Change

No. (In million) 2012 (In million)
2019
1. Uttar Pradesh 68.7 67.8 -1.35
2. Rajasthan 57.7 56.8 -1.66
3. Madhya 36.3 40.6 11.81
Pradesh
 Poultry Population 2012 and 2019:
Population Population % growth

(In million) 2012 (In million) 2019
Total Poultry 729.21 851.81 16.81
Backyard 217.49 317.07 45.78
Poultry
Commercial 511.72 534.74 4.50
Poultry
 The total poultry has increased by 16.81% and the total poultry is 851.81
million during 2019.
 Over 45.78% increase in backyard poultry and total backyard poultry is
317.07 Million in 2019.
 The commercial poultry has increased by 4.5% and the total commercial
poultry is 534.74 million.
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 Poultry Population, 2012 & 2019 of Major States:
Sr. No. States Population Population % growth

(In million) (In million)
2012 2019
1 Tamilnadu 117.3 120.8 2.92
2 Andhra 80.6 107.9 33.85
Pradesh
3 Telangana 80.6 80.0 -0.93
 Cattle:
 Total Cattle Population in the country is 192.49 Million during

2019.
 Total Cattle is increased by 0.8% over previous Livestock Census
(2012).
 Female Cattle Population increased by 18.0% whereas Male
cattles decreased by 30.2% over previous census.
 About 36% of the total livestock is contributed by cattle.
 Exotic/Crossbred and Indigenous/Non-Descript Cattle

Population-Male, Female and Total
Category Population Population % Change

2012 2019
Total Cattle 190.90 192.49 0.8
Exotic/Crossbred
Male 5.97 3.46 -42.0
Female 33.76 46.95 39.1
Total Exotic/Crossbred 39.73 50.42 26.9
Indigenous/Non-
Descript
Male 61.95 43.94 -29.1
Female 89.22 98.17 10.0
Total Indigenous/Non- 151.17 142.11 -6.0
Descript
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 Cattle Population - Milch Cattle:
Category Population Population

2012 2019
Cattle- milch animals 67.54 74.18
(in milk+ dry)
Total Cattle – dry 23.59 22.20
Total Cattle- in milk 43.95 51.98
 Total milch cattle in the country is 74.18 Million increased by 9.8 %

over the previous census.
 Milch Cattle of Exotic-Crossbred has increased by 32.2% over
previous census
 Milch Cattle of Indigenous/Non-Descript has increased marginally by
0.8%
 In-milk, Dry and Milch Cattle for Exotic/Crossbred and

Indigenous/Non-Descript:
Breed Group Category Population Population % change

2012 2019
Exotic/Crossbred In Milk 14.30 20.0 39.8
Dry 5.12 5.67 10.8
Milch 19.42 25.67 32.2
Indigenous In milk 29.65 31.98 7.87
/Nondescript Dry 18.48 16.53 -10.53
Milch 48.13 48.51 0.81
 Cattle Population, 2012 & 2019 in Major States:

Sr. States Population Population % growth
No. (In million) (In million)
2012 2019
1 West Bengal 16.5 19.0 15.18
2 Uttar Pradesh 19.6 18.8 -3.93
3 Madhya Pradesh 19.6 18.7 -4.42
4 Bihar 12.2 15.3 25.18
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5 Maharashtra 15.5 13.9 -10.07
 Buffalo:
 Total Buffalo Population in the country is 109.85 Million during 2019.

 Total Buffalo has increased by 1.1% over previous Livestock Census
(2012).
 Female Buffalo Population increased by 8.61% whereas Male Buffalo is
declined by 42.35% over previous census.
 About 20.5% of the total livestock is contributed by buffaloes.
 Milch buffalo population has increased marginally by 0.2% over
previous census in which in-milk has increased by 4.3% whereas Dry
category has declined by 10.2%.
 Buffalo Population 2012 & 2019 of Major States:
Sr. States Population Population % growth

No. (In million) (In million)
2012 2019
1 Uttar Pradesh 30.6 33.0 7.81
2 Rajasthan 13.0 13.7 5.53
3 Gujarat 10.4 10.5 1.52
 2019: UP> Rajasthan >Gujrat
 Sheep:
 Total Sheep Population in the country is 74.26 Million during 2019.

 Total Sheep has increased by 14.13% over previous Livestock Census
(2012).
 About 13.8% of the total livestock contributed by Sheep.
Sheep Population 2012 & 2019 of Major States:
 2019: Telangana > Andhra Pradesh > Karnataka
 Goat:
 Total Goat Population in the country is 148.88 Million during 2019.
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 Total Goat has increased by 10.14% over previous Livestock Census

(2012).
 About 27.8% of the total livestock is contributed by goats.
Goat Population 2012 & 2019 of Major States:
 2019: Rajasthan> west Bengal >U.P.
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MSME
 Now MSMEs are defined as per the “annual turnover instead of
investment in Plant Machinery.
 As per MSME Act-2006, The MSMEs are classified into two categories:
1. Manufacturing Enterprises-The enterprises engaged in the manufacture or

production of goods (as per Development and regulation Act, 1951).
2. Service Enterprises: -The enterprises engaged in providing or rendering of

services and are defined in terms of investment in equipment.
New definition of the MSMEs in India:
Manufacturing Sector
Micro Enterprises Annual turnover is less than Rs.5 cr.
Small Enterprises Annual turnover is between Rs. 5 Cr to Rs. 75 cr.
Medium Enterprises Annual turnover is between Rs. 75 Cr to Rs. 250

cr.
Service Sector
Micro Enterprises Annual turnover is less than Rs.5 cr.
Small Enterprises Annual turnover is between Rs. 5 Cr to Rs. 75 cr.
Medium Enterprises Annual turnover is between Rs. 75 Cr to Rs. 250

cr.
Important Findings:
1. At present, approximately 36.1 million units of Micro, Small and Medium

Enterprises are engaged in production in India.
2. MSMEs provide employment to around 120 million people in India.
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3. MSMEs are responsible for 45% share of India's total export.
4. MSMEs contribute around 6.11% of the manufacturing GDP and 24.63% of

the GDP from service activities.
5. The contribution of this sector to the country's Gross Domestic Product is about
8%.
6. GST registered MSMEs can get 2% interest subvention from Government for
incremental loans of Rs 1 crores under the MSME Credit Scheme.
7. The MSME became operational on October 02, 2006.
 RBI gives relief to the MSME sector: RBI allowed a one-time restructuring of
existing debt of up to 25 crore rupees for the MSMEs which have defaulted on
payment of loans. The restructuring of loans will be implemented by 31 March
2020. It will help the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises which are facing
cash crunch due to demonetization and GST implementation.
Agriculture leadership awardees 2019:

S. No. Category Name
1. Farming Leadership Sh. OP Dhankar, Agriculture Minister
of Haryana
2. Young Scientist Dr. Shravan M Haldhar, Scientist,
Central Institute for Arid Horticulture,
Bikaner
3. ICT Leadership Dr. M. Moni, Chairman, ICFA Working
Group on ICT and Former Director
General, NIC
4. Research Leadership Dr. Renu Swarup, Secretary,
Department of Biotechnology,
Government of India
5. Academic Leadership Amity University
6. Development NASSCOM
Leadership
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7. Technology Leadership MicroAlgae Solutions India Private

Limited
8. Entrepreneur Mr. R Tamilselvan, Chairman – RR
Leadership Group, Chennai
9. Industry Leadership EID Parry (I) Limited
10. Agribusiness Ascen HyVeg Private Limited

Leadership
11. Innovations Leadership Sonalika Group
12. Corporate Leadership FMC India Private Limited
13. CSR Leadership ITC Limited – Agri Business Division

14. Best Agriculture State The State of Bihar
15. Best Animal Husbandry The State of Gujarat

State
16. Best Horticulture State The State of Mizoram
17. Best Fisheries State The State of Odisha

18. Policy Leadership Dr. Ashok Dalwai, CEO, NRAA and
Chairman, PM’s Task Force on
Doubling Farmer Incomes
19. Lifetime Achievements Dr. Panjab Singh, President, National
Academy of Agricultural Sciences
20. International Sh. Suresh Prabhu, MP and PM’s
Leadership Sherpa for G20
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Padma Shri award to farmers:

Out of 12, four are farmers who used traditional methods of farming to bring
change.
1. Kamala Pujhari got for conserved hundreds of local varieties of paddy
and promotes organic farming.
2. Rajkumari Devi, has been popular for her expertise in assessing the soil
quality to ensure successful harvest. She is popularly known as ‘Kisan
Chachi’, and hails from Muzzaffarpur district in Bihar.
3. Babulal Dahiyaa, a farmer from Madhya Pradesh’s Pithaurabad village
and one of the awardees, has been growing 110 traditional varieties of
crops within two acres of land.
4. Hukumchand Patidar from Rajasthan is a farmer who has been practicing
organic farming on a 40 acre piece of land. His produce is exported to
over seven countries.
5. Venkateswara Rao Yadlapalli, who has been awarded for using
technology mixed with other farming methods, has developed an app
called Rythunestham.
6. Ram Sharan Verma, who has been awarded a Padma Shri for introducing
‘hi-tech agriculture’ in Uttar Pradesh’s Barabanki district.
7. Bharat Bhushan Tyagi from Uttar Pradesh has also been awarded a Padma
Shri under the same category.
8. Vallabhbhai Vasrambhai Marvaniya, who was reportedly the first person
to sell carrots in Gujarat in 1943, when he was just 13 years old. He later
found a variety, known as the madhuvangajar, which he started cultivating
in 1985.
9. Kanwal Singh Chauhan from Haryana was awarded for innovation in
babycorn and mushroom.
10. Jagdish Prasad Parikh was awarded for growing jumbo variety of
cauliflowers.
Under the animal husbandry sector, Sultan Singh and Narendra Singh from
Haryana were awarded for their work in fisheries and dairy breeding respectively.
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State wise production (Highest):

Fruits (2017-18)
Sr No. State
Production
Share (%)
Almond
1 Jammu & Kashmir 12.93 94.45
2 Himachal Pradesh 0.76 5.55
Apple
1 Jammu & Kashmir 1,808.33 77.71
2 Himachal Pradesh 446.57 19.19
Banana
1 Andhra Pradesh 5,003.07 16.27
2 Gujarat 4,472.32 14.54
Guava
1 Uttar Pradesh 928.44 22.93
2 Madhya Pradesh 686.70 16.96
AONLA/
GOOSEBERRY
1 Uttar Pradesh 384.32 35.79
2 Madhya Pradesh 302.18 28.14
PEAR
2 Uttarakhand 78.78 24.39
WALNUT
2 Uttarakhand 21.17 7.06
KIWI
1 Arunachal Pradesh 6.05 56.83
2 Nagaland 2.44 22.92
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BAEL
1 Orissa 48.56 56.57
2 Jharkhand 35.59 41.46
LITCHI
1 Bihar 198.00 35.43
2 West Bengal 75.28 13.47
PINEAPPLE
1 West Bengal 345.15 20.30
2 Assam 296.52 17.44
LIME/LEMON
1 Gujarat 605.62 19.24
2 Andhra Pradesh 562.01 17.85
MANDARIN
(M.ORANG,KINNOW,
ORANGE
1 Madhya Pradesh 2,103.64 41.24
2 Punjab 1,208.42 23.69
SWEET ORANGE
(MALTA, MOSAMBI)
2 Maharashtra 684.80 20.97
MANGO
1 Uttar Pradesh 4,551.83 20.89
PAPAYA
2 Gujarat 1,256.51 20.99
POMEGRANATE
1 Maharashtra 1,789.46 62.91
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2 Gujarat 461.75 16.23

CUSTARD APPLE
1 Maharashtra 92.32 30.98
2 Gujarat 61.18 20.53
GRAPES
1 Maharashtra 2,286.44 78.30
2 Karnataka 524.20 17.95
SAPOTA
1 Gujarat 326.36 28.19
2 Karnataka
Vegetable Production(2017-18)
Sr No. State Share(%)

Onion
1 Maharashtra 38.09
2 Madhya Pradesh 15.92
CAULIFLOWER
1 West Bengal 22.51
CABBAGE
1 West Bengal 25.32
2 Orissa
Potato
1 Uttar Pradesh 30.33
2 West Bengal 24.92
MUSHROOM
2 Tripura 6.1
TOMATO
1 Andhra Pradesh 13.90
CAPSICUM
1 Karnataka 20.04
2 Himachal Pradesh 17.74
CHILLIES (GREEN)
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1 Karnataka 18.77
Carrot
1 Haryana 27.42
2 Punjab 12.12
OKRA/ LADYFINGER
1 Gujarat 15.17
2 West Bengal 15.06
PEAS
BRINJAL
1 West Bengal 23.69
2 Orissa 15.75
BEANS
1 Gujarat 28.35
2 Jharkhand 8.40
MUSKMELON
WATERMELON
CUCUMBER
1 Haryana 22.01
Floriculture (2015-16)
Sr No. State
Rose
1 West Bengal
2 Karnataka
Jasmine
1 Tamil Nadu
2 Karnataka
Chrysanthemum
1 Tamil Nadu
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2 Karnataka
Orchids
1 Assam
Marigold
1 Madhya Pradesh
2 Karnataka
Gladiolus
1 West Bengal
2 Madhya Pradesh
Carnation
1 Assam
2 Himachal Pradesh
Tube Rose
1 West Bengal
2 Tamil Nadu
Plantation Crop (2017-18)
Sr No. State Share(%)

Arecanut
1 Karnataka 63.16
2 Kerala 15.88
CASHEWNUT
1 Maharashtra 32.22
COCOA
2 Kerala 37.80
Coconut
1 Kerala 35.14
2 Karnataka 26.08
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AGRI (2017-18)
Sr No. State Share (%)

Total food grain
1 Uttar Pradesh
2 Madhya Pradesh
Oilseed
1 Madhya Pradesh
2 Rajasthan
Cotton
1 Gujarat
2 Maharashtra
Wheat
2 Punjab 17.90
Rice
1 West Bengal 13.26
2 Punjab 11.85
Bajra
1 Rajasthan 41.03
Maize
1 Karnataka 12.36
2 Madhya Pradesh/ 12.33
Maharashtra
Jowar
1 Maharashtra 36.57
2 Karnataka 22.83
Pulses
2 Rajasthan 14.18
Soybean
2 Maharashtra 35.75
Gram
2 Maharashtra 15.84
Tur (Arhar)
1 Maharashtra 25.18
Lentil (Masur)
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Rapeseed & Mustard
1 Rajasthan 40.82
2 Haryana 13.33
Sunflower
1 Karnataka 50.00
2 Bihar 10.00
Groundnut
1 Gujarat 42.92
2 Rajasthan 13.73
Sugarcane
2 Maharashtra 22.06
Tobacco
1 Gujarat 46.55
LIVESTOCK (2016-17)
Sr No. State Share (%)

Buffalo Meat
2 Maharashtra 11.40
Goat Meat
1 West Bengal 22.29
Milk
2 Rajasthan 11.83
Sheep Meat
2 Telangana 26.15
Cattle Meat
1 Kerala 43.22
2 Tamil Nadu 12.77
Meat
2 Maharashtra 11.44
Poultry Meat
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1 Maharashtra 14.94
2 Tamil Nadu 12.34
Swine Meat
2 Bihar 16.93
Egg
1 Tamil Nadu 18.93
International Production
Fruits (2017) Production in (000) MT:
Sr No. Country Share (%)

Mangoes, Mangosteens, Guavas
1 India 38.51
2 China 9.4
Orange
1 Brazil 23.82
2 China 11.68
3 India 10.43
Grapes
1 China 17.62
2 Italy 9.66
7 India 3.94
Papayas
1 India 45.64
2 Brazil 8.12
Lemons and Limes
1 Mexico 14.69
2 India 13.74
Pineapples
1 Costa Rica 11.15
2 Philippines 9.75
5 India 6.79
Banana
1 India 26.75
2 China 9.81
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Apples
1 China 49.78
2 USA 6.22
5 India 2.72
Cashew apple
1 Brazil 87.77
2 Mali 6.87
Avocados
1 Mexico 34.27
2 Dominic Rep 10.76
Gooseberries
1 Germany 51.06
2 Russia 34.57
Watermelons
1 China 66.96
2 Iran 3.43
25 India 0.36
Kiwi Fruit
1 China 50.13
2 Italy 13.40
Apricots
1 Turkey 23.14
2 Uzbekistan 12.51
35 India 0.36
Vegetables (2017):
Sr No. Country Share(%)

Vegetables-Fresh
1 China 58.70
2 India 11.43
Onions, Shallots, Green
1 China 18.50
2 Niger 13.06
Carrots And Turnips
1 China 47.34
2 Uzbekistan 5.25
13 India 1.29
Cabbages And Other Brassicas
1 China 46.80
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2 India 12.33
Tomatoes
1 China 32.69
2 India 11.37
Okra
1 India 62.28
2 Nigeria 21.37
Pumpkins, Squash And Gourds
1 China 29.18
2 India 18.77
Maize-Green
1 USA 34.23
2 Mexico 8.53
Mushrooms and Truffles
1 China 76.70
2 USA 4.11
9 India 0.96
Cucumbers and Gherkins
1 China 77.56
2 Iran 2.37
26 India 0.19
Eggplants (aubergines)
1 China 62.93
2 India 23.94
Cauliflowers and Broccoli
1 China 39.92
2 India 32.96
Garlic
1 China P 78.69
2 India 6.01
Sorghum
1 USA 16.04
2 Nigeria 12.05
5 India 7.93
Wheat
1 China 17.41
2 India 12.77
Rice, Paddy
1 China 27.63
2 India 21.89
Barley
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1 Russia 13.98
2 Australia 9.16
20 India 1.19
Millet
1 India 40.62
2 Niger 13.32
Maize
1 USA 32.69
2 China 22.83
5 India 2.53
Oats
1 Russia 21.01
2 Canada 14.39
QUINOA
1 Peru 53.61
2 Bolivia 45.52
Buckwheat
1 Russia 39.82
2 China 37.81
Chick Peas
1 India 61.42
2 Australia 13.56
Pigeon Peas
1 India 71.54
2 Myanmar 11.73
Lentils
1 Canada 49.18
2 India 16.07
Livestock Products (2017):
Eggs Primary
1 China 41.91
2 USA 7.19
3 India 5.57
Meat-Goat
1 China 39.16
2 India 8.54
Meat-Pig
1 China 45.47
2 USA 9.69
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35 India 0.25
Meat-Horse
1 China 24.80
2 Kazakhstan 16.03
Meat-Sheep
1 China 25.13
2 Australia 7.06
9th rank India 2.47
Meat-Buffalo
1 India 42.60
2 Pakistan 24.20
Meat-Cattle
1 USA 17.98
2 Brazil 14.42
14th India 1.34
Meat-Turkey
1 USA 45.61
2 Brazil 9.85
Meat-Chicken
1 USA 17.56
2 Brazil 12.48
5 India 3.23
Milk-total
1 India 21.91
2 USA 12.15
Agricultural Production (India)
Largest producer of milk.

Largest producer of millets in the world
Largest producer of jute.
Largest producer of ginger.
Largest producer of bananas.
Largest producer of castor oil seeds.
Largest producer of mangoes.
Largest producer of safflower oil seeds.
Largest producer of cottonseed and second in cotton.
Largest producer of papayas.
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Largest producer of Pulses

Largest producer of Spices
Second largest producer of tea, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of sugarcane, the first position being held by Brazil.
Second largest producer of wheat, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of onions, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of potatoes, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of garlic, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of rice, the first position being held by China.
Second largest producer of silk, the first position being held by China.
Third largest producer of tobacco
Production of Food grains for 2017-18
CROPS PRODUCTION (MT)

RICE 112.76
WHEAT 99.87
NUTRI CEREALS 16.44
COARSE CEREALS 46.97
CEREALS 259.60
PULSES 25.42
TOTAL FOOD GRAINS 285.01
OILSEEDS 31.459
SUGARCANE 379.905
COTTON 32.805
JUTE 9.591
MESTA 0.442
JUTE & MESTA 10.033
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Area and Production of Horticulture Crops - All India:
HORTICULTURE AREA (000 Ha) PRODUCTION (000

CROPS MT)
FRUITS 6506 97358
VEGETABLES 10259 184394
AROMATICS 720 866
&MEDICINAL
HONEY 105
TOTAL FLOWERS 324 2785
PLANTATION CROPS 3744 18082
SPICES 3878 8124
TOTAL 25431 311714
PER CAPITA AVAILABILITY:
PRODUCTS AVAILABILITY
MILK 376
EGG 74
FRUITS 201.50
VEGETABLES 388.72
FISH 9.8
PADDY 183
WHEAT 182
CEREALS 434
OTHER CEREALS 80
PULSES 54.7
FOODGRAINS 488.7
Per capita availability state wise (2017-18)

1. Milk – Punjab > Haryana > Rajasthan
2. Egg – Andhra Pradesh > Tamil Nadu > A&N island
 All India area, production and productivity of

horticulture crops
 Area: vegetables > fruits >Spices > Plantations > Aromatic and
Medicinal > Flowers
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 Productions: Vegetables > Fruits > Plantations > Spices > Flowers
> Aromatic and Medicinal > Honey
 Productivity: Vegetables > Fruits > Flowers >Plantations > Spices >
Aromatic and Medicinal.
 All India area and production of fruit crops:
 Area: Mango > Total citrus > Banana

 Production: Banana > Mango > Citrus
 All India area and production of vegetable crops:
 Area: Potato > onion > Tomato

 Production: Potato > onion > Tomato
 State-wise area and production of fruit crops:
 Area: Maharashtra > Andhra Pradesh > Uttar Pradesh

 Production: Andhra Pradesh > Maharashtra > Uttar Pradesh.
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Mango:
 Area: Andhra Pradesh > Uttar Pradesh > Odisha

 Production: Uttar Pradesh > Andhra Pradesh > Bihar
 Productivity: Rajasthan > Uttar Pradesh > Punjab.
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Banana:
 Area: Karnataka > Kerala > Andhra Pradesh

 Production: Andhra Pradesh > Gujrat > Maharashtra
 Productivity: Madhya Pradesh > Gujrat > Punjab
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Sweet orange:
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 Area: Andhra Pradesh > Maharashtra > Telangana

 Production: Andhra Pradesh > Maharashtra > Telangana
 Productivity: Andhra Pradesh > Madhya Pradesh > Karnataka
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Apple:
 Area: J& K > Himachal Pradesh > Uttarakhand

 Production: J& K > Himachal Pradesh > Uttarakhand
 Productivity: J& K > Nagaland > Himachal Pradesh
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Papaya:
 Area: Gujrat > Andhra Pradesh > Kerala

 Production: Andhra Pradesh > Gujrat > Karnataka
 Productivity: Andhra Pradesh > Tamil Nadu > Karnataka
 State-wise area and production of vegetables:
 Area: Uttar Pradesh > West Bengal > Madhya Pradesh

 Production: Uttar Pradesh > West Bengal > Bihar
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Potato:
 Area: Uttar Pradesh > West Bengal > Bihar

 Production: Uttar Pradesh > West Bengal > Bihar
 Productivity: West Bengal > Gujrat > Haryana
 State-wise area, production and productivity of Onion:
 Area: Maharashtra > Karnataka > Madhya Pradesh

 Production: Maharashtra > Madhya Pradesh > Karnataka
 Productivity: Sikkim > Madhya Pradesh > Gujrat
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 State-wise area, production and productivity of Tomato:
 Area: Odisha > Madhya Pradesh > Karnataka

 Production: Andhra Pradesh > Madhya Pradesh > Karnataka
 Productivity: Andhra Pradesh > Himachal Pradesh > Uttar Pradesh
 State-wise area and production of flowers (loose):
 Production: Tamil Nadu > Andhra Pradesh> Madhya Pradesh
 State-wise area and production of major spices in India:
 Area: Rajasthan> Gujrat > Madhya Pradesh

 Production: Madhya Pradesh > Rajasthan> Andhra Pradesh
 State-wise area, production and productivity of plantation

crops:
 Area: Kerala > Karnataka > Tamil Nadu

 Production: Kerala > Karnataka > Tamil Nadu
 Productivity: Telangana > Kerala > West Bengal
 State-wise area and production of aromatics & medicinal

plants:
 Area: Rajasthan > U.P. > M.P.

 Production: Rajasthan > Tamil Nadu > M.P.
 Livestock Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: U.P.> Rajasthan > Madhya Pradesh
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 Poultry Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Tamil Nadu > Andhra Pradesh > Telangana
 Cattle Population 2019 in Major States:
 Highest: West Bengal > U.P. > Madhya Pradesh
 Buffalo Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: UP> Rajasthan >Gujrat
 Sheep Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Telangana > Andhra Pradesh > Karnataka
 Goat Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Rajasthan> West Bengal >U.P.
 Pig Population 2019 of Major states:
 Highest: Assam > Jharkhand > Meghalaya
 Camel Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Rajasthan > Gujrat> Haryana > U.P.
 Horses & Ponies Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: U.P. > Jammu & Kashmir > Rajasthan
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 Mules Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Uttarakhand > Himachal > Jammu & Kashmir
 Donkey Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Rajasthan > Maharashtra > U.P.
 Mithun Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Arunachal Pradesh > Nagaland > Manipur
 Yak Population 2019 of Major States:
 Highest: Jammu & Kashmir >Arunachal Pradesh > Sikkim
Major schemes, launching date and fund:

S. No. Scheme Name Launched Funding with year
on
1. SOIL HEALTH 19 FEB 568.54 CRORE FOR 3
CARD (SHC) 2015 YEARS
(2015-16 TO 2017-18)
2. RASHTRIYA 2007 TOTAL OUTLAY –
KRISHI VIKAS 31730.13 CRORE (12TH
YOJANA (RKVY) FIVE YEAR PLAN)
CURRENT – 3600
CRORE FOR 2018-19
3. GREEN 2017 33269.976 CRORE FOR
REVOLUTION – 3 YEARS (2017-18 TO
KRISHONNATI 2019-20)
YOJANA
4. MISSION 2014 2209.57 CRORE (2019-
INTEGRATED 20)
DEVELOPMENT OF 2546 CRORE (2018-19)
HORTICULTURE
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(MIDH)
5. NATIONAL FOOD OCTOBER 1700 CRORE (2018-19)

SEQURITY MISSION 2007
(NFSM)
6. PARAMPARAGAT 2015 1307 CRORE from 2015-
KRISHI VIKAS 16 TO 2018-19
YOJANA (PKVY)
7. PRADHAN MANTRI 2016 6000 CRORE FOR 2016-
KISAN SAMPADA RENAMED 20
YOJANA - 2017
8. MISSION ORGANIC 11 JAN 400 CRORE FOR 3
VALUE CHAIN 2016 YEARS 2015-16 TO
DEVELOPMENT 2017-18
FOR NORTH
EASTERN REGION
(MOVCDNER)
9. NATIONAL DAIRY 2011-12 TO TOTAL OUTLAY –
PLAN PHASE 1 (NDP 2018-19 2242 CRORE
1) 324.91 CRORE FOR
2018-19
10. RASHTRIYA 2014 TOTAL OUTLAY –
GOKUL MISSION 2025 CRORE
750 CRORE FOR 2019
11. NATIONAL 2014 OUTLAY – 2800
LIVESTOCK CRORE
MISSION
12. DAIRY SEPT 2010 325 CRORE FOR 2019-
ENTREPRENEURSH 20
IP DEVELOPMENT
SCHEME
13. DAIRY DEC 2017 10881 CRORE
PROCESSING &
INFRASTUCTURE
DEVELOPMENT
FUND
14. FISHERIES AND 2018 7522 CRORE
AQUACULTURE
INFRASTRUCTURE
DEVELOPMENT
FUND (FIDF)
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15. ANIMAL 2018 2477 CRORE

HUSBANDRY
INFRASTRUCTURE
DEVELOPMENT
FUND (AHIDF)
16. e-NAM 14 APRIL 423.23 CRORE (2015-16
ELECTRONIC- 2016 TO 2018-19)
NATIONAL
AGRICULTURE
MARKET
17. BLUE REVOLUTION 2015 3000 CRORE FOR 5
SCHEME YEARS (2015-16 TO
2019-20)
18. PM AASHA 2018 TOTAL BUDGET –
15053
1500 CRORE FOR 2019-
20
19. PM KISAN 2019 FY 2018-19 – 20000
CRORE
FY 2019-20 – 75000
CRORE
20. KUSUM KISAN FEB 2019 34422 CRORE
URJA SURAKSHA
EVAM UTTHAN
MAHAABHIYAN
21 AGRICULTURE Target of 10,00,000 crores
CREDIT year 2017- 11,00,000 crores
18
2018-19
State wise fishing craft (as on 20-03-18)

 Total – Tamil Nadu > Andhra Pradesh > Kerala
 Traditional Craft – Andhra Pradesh > Odisha > Kerala
 Motorized – Tamil Nadu > Kerala > Andhra Pradesh
 Mechanized – Maharashtra > Gujrat > Tamil Nadu
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GST rate on different Agricultural commodities:

Items IGST Rate
(%)
Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) milk 5
Pasteurized milk, Butter milk, Fresh milk 0
Live bovine animals, Live fish 0
Milk and cream, concentrated or containing added sugar or 5
other sweetening matter
Cream, yogurt and other fermented or acidified milk, Chena 5
or paneer
Condensed milk & Cheese 12
Butter and other fats (i.e. ghee, butter oil, etc.) and oils 12
derived from milk; dairy spreads
Natural honey 5
Fresh Fruits 0
Cashew nuts, whether shelled or peeled 5
Mangoes sliced, dried. 5
Grapes, dried, and raisins
Coffee, Copra 5
Tea other than unprocessed green leaves of tea 5
Chemical fertilizers 5
Micronutrients Fertilizers 12
Pesticides 18
Bio- Pesticides 12
Organic Manure 0
Organic fertilizer 5
Wool and fine or coarse animal hair, carded or combed, 5
Animals Leather
Renewable energy devices & parts 5
Vegetables, fruit, nuts and other edible parts of plants, 12
prepared or preserved by vinegar or acetic acid
Mushrooms and truffles, prepared or preserved otherwise 12
than by vinegar or acetic acid
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Jam, Jelly, Squash, Ketchup, Fruit juice & Vegetable juice 12
Agricultural, horticultural or forestry machinery for soil 12

preparation
Sprinklers; drip irrigation system including laterals; 12
mechanical sprayers, Nozzles for drip irrigation equipment or
nozzles for sprinklers
Milking machines and dairy machinery 12

Tractors (except road tractors for semi-trailers of engine 12
capacity more than 1800 cc)
Following parts of tractors namely: 18

a. Rear Tractor wheel rim
b. tractor centre housing
c. tractor housing transmission
d. tractor support front axle
 Tyre, Gear boxes, Hydraulic Pump for tractors, Tube
for tractor tyres
 Agricultural Diesel Engine of cylinder capacity
exceeding 250 cc for Tractor
Cocoa butter, fat and oil 18
 Items excluded (0%) from GST: Fresh or chilled vegetables, roots and
tubers, Fresh fruits and nuts
 Chairman of GST council is finance minister of India.
Food Act:
Name of acts Launched on
Prevention of food adulteration act 1954
(PFA)
Food product order (FPO) 1955
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Meat product order (MPO) 1973

Food safety and standard act (FSSAI) 2006
Milk and milk products order 1992
Edible oil packaging order 1998
Vegetable oil products order 1947
Difference between FSSAI and AGMARK

S. NO. AGMARK FSSAI
1 AGMARK is an FSSAI stands for the Food

acronym for Safety and Standards
Agricultural Mark Authority of India.
2 AGMARK is a FSSAI is an autonomous body
certification given established under the Ministry
by DMI of Health & Family Welfare
3 It is legally FSSAI is an Independent

enforced by Authority created in 2008
Agricultural under the Food Safety and
Produce (Grading Standards Act, 2006
and Marking) Act
of 1937
4 AGMARK is a FSSAI primary objective is to
certification certify or to provide for a base
provided for all covering all food items and
agricultural also ensures that the food
products by DMI items are safe
5 AGMARK is a FSSAI is a government
certification agency.
6 AGMARK is an FSSAI Licensing covers every
inspection seal food item whether agricultural
provided for or non-agricultural.
quality of
Agricultural
Products.
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7 AGMARK is a FSSAI License is allotted

certification for based on turnover and activity
DMI products and but for a particular
does not provide Establishment.
any license.
APEDA:
 APEDA Act passed by the Parliament in December 1985. The Act (2 of 1986)
came into effect from 13th February 1986.
 Agri export zones of APEDA:
S.No. State AEZ Project
1. West Bengal (6) 1 Pineapple

2 Lychee
3 Potatoes
4 Mango
5 Vegetables
6 Darjeeling Tea
2 Karnataka (4) 7 Gherkins
8 Rose Onion
9 Flowers
10 Vanilla
3 Uttarakhand (4) 11 Lychees
12 Flowers
13 Basmati Rice
14 Medicinal & Aromatic Plants
4 Punjab (3) 15 Vegetables (Cabbage Broccoli,
Okra, Peas, Carrot, Baby Corn,
Green Chillies, Green Beans,
Tomato)
16 Potatoes
17 Basmati Rice
5 Uttar Pradesh(4) 18 Potatoes
19 Mangoes and Vegetables
20 Mangoes
21 Basmati Rice
6 Maharashtra(8) 22 Grape & Grapevine
23 Mangoes
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24 Kesar mango
25 Flowers
26 Onion
27 Pomegranate
28 Banana
29 Oranges
7 Andhra Pradesh(5) 30 Mango Pulp & Fresh Vegetables
31 Mango & Grapes
32 Mangoes
33 Gherkins
34 Chilli
8 Jammu & Kashmir 35 Apples
(2)
36 Walnut
9 Tripura (1) 37 Pineapple
10 Madhya Pradesh 38 Potatoes, Onion and Garlic
(5)
39 Seed Spices
40 Wheat (including sharbati wheat
for Bhopal Zone)
41 Lentil and Grams
42 Oranges
11 Tamil Nadu (4) 43 Cut Flowers
44 Flowers
45 Mangoes
46 Cashewnut
12 Bihar(1) 47 Lychee, Vegetables & Honey
13 Gujarat (3) 48 Mangoes & Vegetables
49 Value Added Onion
50 Sesame Seeds
14 Sikkim (2) 51 Flowers (Orchids)& Cherry
Pepper
52 Ginger
15 Himachal Pradesh 53 Apples
(1)
16 Orissa (1) 54 Ginger and Turmeric
17 Jharkhand(1) 55 Vegetables
18 Kerala (2) 56 Horticulture Products
57 Medicinal Plant
19 Assam (1) 58 Fresh and Processed Ginger
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20 Rajasthan (2) 59 Coriander

60 Cumin
Agriculture Census 2015-16:

 10th Agriculture Census 2015-16 was released by the Agriculture
Ministry.
 The first comprehensive Agriculture Census in the country was conducted
with reference year 1970-71. The current Agriculture Census with
reference year 2015-16 is tenth in the series.
 The reference period for Agriculture Census is the Agricultural year
(July-June).
 Agriculture Census in India is conducted at five-year intervals to collect
data on structural aspects of farm holdings. World Census of Agriculture
is carried out decennially i.e. at ten yearly intervals.
 2.471 acre = 1 hectare or 1 acre = 0.405 hectare, 1 Kanal = 0.051 ha., 1
Malla = 0.002 ha. etc.
Census highlights:
 The percentage of female operational land holders increased from
12.79% in 2010-11 to 13.87% in 2015-16.
 It also showed a decline of 1.53% of total operated area to 157.14
million hectare as compared to 159.59 million ha in 2010-11 data. And
in terms of operated area women participation increased from previous
10.36% to 11.57%
 By the number of people tilling the land, Uttar Pradesh topped the
chart followed by Bihar and Maharashtra.
 In terms of total operated area: Rajasthan comes first followed by
Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka.
 Among the states, the highest increase in number of operational
holdings is topped by Madhya Pradesh followed by Andhra Pradesh,
Rajasthan, Kerala, Meghalaya, Karnataka and Nagaland.
 In terms of area 14 states account for 88.08% of operational holdings.
They are: West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra,
Uttar Pradesh, Odisha , Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka,
Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Kerala.
 Around 86.21% of India’s cultivated and uncultivated land is under the
small and marginal farmers holding less than 2 hectares of land. They
have a share of 47.34% from previous have 44.31% five years earlier.
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 The average size of agriculture landholding declined to 1.08 hectare

in 2015-16 from 1.15 hectare in 2010-11.
 The average size of farm holding was the highest in Nagaland at 5.06
hectares and the lowest in Kerala at 0.18 hectare.
 The total number of operational holdings in the country has increased
from 138 million in 2010-11 to 146 million 2015-16 i.e. an increase of
5.33%.
 Decline in number of operational holdings. The sharpest fall has been
in Goa (28.17%) and lowest in Manipur (0.09%).
 Highest number of operational holders: UP>Bihar>Maharashtra
 Highest operated area: Rajasthan> Maharashtra>UP
 Highest increase in holdings: MP>Andhra Pradesh> Maharashtra
 Increase in number of operational holdings: MP>Andhra Pradesh>
Rajasthan.
 The percentage share of female operational holders has increased
from 12.79% in 2010-11 to 13.87% in 2015-16 with the corresponding
figures of 10.36% and 11.57% in the operated area.
Size classes and Size groups of Holdings:
Sr. No Group Sr. No. Classes (in ha.)
I. Marginal 1. Below 0.5 ha.
2. 0.5 < 1.0 ha.
II. Small 3. 1.0 < 2.0 ha.
III. Semi-medium 4. 2.0 < 3.0ha.
5. 3.0 < 4.0ha.
IV. Medium 6. 4.0 < 5.0ha.
7. 5.0 < 7.5ha.
8. 7.5 < 10.0 ha.
Percentagewise holding in different categories:
Sr. Size classes Land Holdings (%) Operated area(%)

No.
2010-11 2015-16 2010-11 2015-16
1 Small and 84.97% 86.21 44.31 47.34

Marginal (0-2
ha)
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2 Semi-medium 14.29 13.22 44.82 43.61

and Medium (2-
10 ha)
3 Large (>10 ha) 0.71 0.57 10.59 9.04
Share of Rural and Semi-urban Households by State (In percentage):

Highest:
State Rural Semi Urban

Bihar 95 5
Odisa/Tripura 94 6
Lowest:
State Rural Urban

Goa/kerala 43 57
Tamil Nadu 60 40
Total(All state) 84 16
Type of households agricultural vs. Non-agricultural Households:

Highest:
State Agricultural household Non-Agricultural
household
Meghalaya 78 22
Jammu/Mizoram 77 23
Himachal Pradesh 70 30
Lowest:
State Agricultural Non-Agricultural

household household
Goa 3 97
Kerala/Tamil Nadu 13 87
India (All state) 48 52
 When compared across states, the highest proportion of agricultural

households reporting ownership of tractors was found in Punjab
(31%), followed by the agricultural households in Gujarat (14%).
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 Power tillers were found to be more common in the States of Andhra

Pradesh (15%) and Telangana (7%), while the average ownership for
the country was 1.8%.
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OWNERSHIP OF LIVESTOCK
 India is endowed with the largest livestock population in the world. It
accounts for about 57.3 % of the world’s buffalo population and 14.7 %
of the cattle population.
 There are about 71.6 million sheep, 140.5 million goats and about 11.1
million pigs in the country.
Distribution of households by monthly income:

 20 percent of households earned Rs- 2,500 or lesser per month which
appears insufficient to meet the bare necessities of life.
 Average Monthly Household Income by States (in Rupees per month per
household) :- India=8059 Rupees per month.
States Highest average monthly Lowest average monthly

household income((in Rupees) household income((in
Rupees)
1st Punjab(16020) Andhra Pradesh(5842)
2nd Kerala(15130) Jharkhand(5854)
3rd Haryana(12072) Utter Pradesh(6257)
Indebtedness:
 Total indebtedness among agricultural households is 52.5%
Incidence of Indebtedness among Households by States (in percentage)
Highest Lowest
Telangana Gujarat /Jammu
Andhra Pradesh Nagaland
Karnataka Chhattisgarh
 Availability of KCC among Agricultural Households –only 10.5

households have valid KCC.
Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC):

 Conducted in: 2011
 Published in: July, 2015
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 Ministry: Ministry of rural development
Key Findings:
1. Total Households in the country (Rural + Urban) 24.39 Crore
2. Total Rural Households 17.91 Crore
 Only 30% of rural households depend on cultivation as their main

source of income. Whereas, 51.14% derive sustenance from manual
casual labour (MCL).
 56.25% of rural households hold no agricultural land.
 In nearly 75 per cent of the rural households, the main earning family
member makes less than Rs 5,000 per month
 8% households does the main earning member makes more than Rs

10,000 per month.
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Forest Report-2017
 Name of the report- State of forest report-2017
 Prepared by- The Forest Survey of India (FSI)
 Released by- The Ministry of Environment, Forest and climate change.
 ISFR 2017 is the 15th in the series since 1987
Important Points of ISFR 2017
 India’s total forest cover increased by 0.94 per cent in the last two years
 In terms of forest area rank of India in the world is 10th. It is 8th in terms
of annual forest gain.
 At present India’s total forest cover is 708,273 sq.km (about 21.54% of
India’s total GA) Tree cover is 93,815 sq.km (about 2.85% of the total GA).
 Classification of forest: Forest cover is defined as an area more than 1 ha in
extent and having tree canopy density of 10% or above irrespective of land
use, ownership and legal status.
Very Dense Forest Canopy density 70-100 % (Including
mangrove cover)
Moderately Dense Canopy density 40-70 % (Including
Forest mangrove cover)
Open Forest Canopy density 10-40 % (Including
mangrove cover)
Scurb All forest land with poor tree growth and
canopy density less than 10 %
Non- Forest Any are which can not be covered in all
these classes
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ISFR 2017-States & UTs

 The total forest and tree cover is 24.39 per cent of the geographical area of
the country
Top two States with highest forest cover are:
Rank in forest Name of Area

cover the state
1 Madhya 77, 414 sq.
Pradesh km
2 Arunachal 66,964 sq. km
Pradesh
Top two states where forest cover grew:

Name of the state Forest grew by
1. Andhra Pradesh 2,141 sq.km

2. Karnataka 1,101 sq.km
Top two states/UTs with highest forest cover in terms of % of

geographical area:
Name of the state/UT %forest cover
Lakshadweep 90.33%
Mizoram 86.27%
Category wise top states:

Category State Name
Highest Dense Forest Arunachal Pradesh
Highest Moderately Dense Forest Madhya Pradesh
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Highest Open Forest Madhya Pradesh

Top two states where forest cover has decreased
State Area
Mizoram 531 sq km
Nagaland 450 sq km
 The main reasons for decrease in forest area are shifting cultivation,
rotational felling, other biotic pressures, diversion of forest lands for
developmental activities, submergence of forest cover, agriculture expansion
and natural disasters.
Mangrove cover
 According to ISFR 2017, total mangrove cover stands at 4,921 sq km and
has increased by 181 sq kms.
 Maharashtra (82 sq kms), Andhra Pradesh (37 sq kms) and Gujarat (33
sq kms) are top three gainers in terms of mangrove cover.
Top two states showing increase in water bodies within forest areas are:
State Area
Maharashtra 432 sq.km
Gujarat 428 sq.km
Bamboo (Green Gold) Cover

 The extent of bamboo-bearing area in country is estimated at 15.69 million
ha.
 There has been an increase of 1.73 million ha in bamboo area in comparison
to last assessment done in 2011.
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 There is increase of 19 million tonnes in bamboo-growing stock as compared

to last assessment done in 2011.
 The growing stock of bamboo in forest has been estimated to be 189 million
tonnes.
Carbon Sink
 As per present assessment total carbon stock in forest is estimated to be 7,082
million tonnes. There is an increase of 38 million tonnesin the carbon stock
of country as compared to the last assessment.
Forest Fires
 Northeastern states have reported the highest number of forest fire
incidents in the country and northern states the lowest.
 Shifting cultivation is the main reason for fire incidents in NE.
Organization and chief person:
Institute Year of Chairman Headqu

establish /Head/president arter
ment
ICAR President-Narendar New
th
16 July192 singh tomar Delhi
9
DG-Trilochan
Mahopatra
IARI 1905 Dr. A K Singh New Delhi
NITI Ayog 1-Jan,-2015 Chairperson- Narendra New

Modi Delhi
Vice Chairperson-
Rajiv Kumar
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CEO- Amitabh
Kanth
ASRB 1- Aditya Kumar Mishra New
November- Delhi
1973
th
NABARD 12 _July- Harsh Kumar Bhanwala Mumbai
1982
ASCI 2015 Sanjeev Asthana Gurugram,
Haryana
(Agricultur
e Skill
Council of
India)
FCI 1965 D.V. Parsad New
Delhi
APEDA 1986 Paban K. Borthakur New
Delhi
CACP 1965 Vijay Paul Sharma New
Delhi
ICRISAT 1972 Dr. Paco sereme Hyderaba
d
PPV&FR 2001 Dr. K.V. Prabhu New
Delhi
MANAGE 1986 Smt. G. Jayalakshmi Hyderaba
d
FAO 16-Oct - Qu dongyo Rome,
1945 Italy
NAFED Oct 2-1958 Brijendar Singh New
Delhi
FICCI 1927 Sandeep Somany New
Delhi
CCI 1970 Dr. P. Alli Rani Mumbai
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NDDB 1965 Dilip Raut(period of 2 Anand,

Yr,start Aug-2016) Gujarath
RBI 1 April, Shakti Kant das Mumbai
1935
NDRI 1923 Dr. R. R. B. Singh Karnal
KRIBHCO 1980 Dr. Chandar Pal Singh
CDB 1981 Smt. G. Jayalakshmi Kochi
Tea Board 1st April Parbhat Kamal Kolkata
1954 Bezboruah
Coffee 1942 Chairman - Shri. M.S. Bengaluru
Board of Boje Gowda
India
Rubber 1947 Dr. Sawar Dhanania Kottayam,
Board Kerala
Central 1948 K M Hanumantharayappa Bengaluru
Silk Board
World 1945 Devid R Malpass Washingt

Bank on
India's Position in World Agriculture:
Item India's Rank Next to

1. Total Area (Million Seventh Russian Federation,
Hectares) Canada, U.S.A.,
Land Area Seventh Russian Federation,
China, U.S.A.,
Arable Land Second U.S.A.
2. Population
Total Second China
Rural First
3. Crop Production
(A) : Total Cereals Third China, U.S.A
Wheat Second China
Rice (Paddy) Second China
(B): Total Pulses First
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(C) : Oilseeds
Groundnut (in shell) Second China
Rapeseed Third Canada, China
(D): Commercial Crops
Sugarcane Second Brazil
Tea Second China
Coffee (green) Seventh Brazil, Vietnam,
Columbia,
Jute & Jute like Fibres First
Cotton (lint) Second China
Tobacco Second China, Brazil
Unmanufactured
4. Fruits & Vegetables
Production
(A) :Vegetables& Second China
Melons
(B) : Fruits excluding Second China
Melons
(C) : Potatoes Second China
(D) : Onion (Dry) Second China
5. Livestock
(A) : Cattle Second Brazil
(B) : Buffaloes First
(C) : Camels Sixteenth Somalia, Sudan,
Kenya, Niger,
(D) : Sheep Third China, Australia
(E) : Goats Second China
(F) : Chicken Sixth China, U.S.A,
Indonesia, Brazil,
Iran
6. Animal Products
(A) : Milk Total First
(B) : Eggs (Primary) Third China, U.S.A
Total
(C) : Meat Total Sixth China, U.S.A,
Brazil, Russian
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Latest RBI Bank Rates (As on 17 december,2019)
SLR Rate CRR MSF Repo Reverse Repo Base Rate

Rate Rate
18.75% 4% 5.4% 5.15% 4.9% 8.95% -
9.40%
Important days of last one year:
Important Days Date

WTO Foundation Day 1st January
National Girl Child Day 24 January
International Day Women and 11 February
Girls in Science
National Productivity Day 12 February
International Women’s Day 8 March
International Day of Forests 21 March
World Water Day 22 March
World Meteorological Day 23 March
National Panchayati Raj Day 24 April
World Tuna Day 2 May
International Tea Day 21 May
World Milk Day 1 June
World Environment Day 5 June
World food safety day 7 June
World Day to Combat 17 June
Desertification
National Fish Husbandry Day 10 July
NABARD Foundation Day 12 July
ICAR Foundation Day 16 July
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International Day for the 26 july

Conservation of the Mangrove
Ecosystem
World Honey Day 20 August

World Coconut Day 2 September
World Bamboo Day 18 September
World Coffee Day 1 October
World Egg Day 2 Friday of October (12th
nd
October 2019)
World Animal Day 4 October
International Day of Rural 15 October

Women/national Women Farmer
Day
World Food Day 16 October

World Fish Day 21 November
National Milk Day 26 November
National Agriculture Education 3 December
Day (Dr Rajendra prasad
Birthday)
Agriculture Women Day 4 December

World Soil Day 5 December
Kisan Divas (Farmer’s Day) 23 December
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GI Tag
 GI status is an indication that identifies goods as produced from a
particular area, which has special quality or reputation attributable to its
geographical origin.
 The first product to get a GI tag in India was the Darjeeling Tea in 2004.
There are a total of 344 products from India that carry this indication.
 Under Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property, GIs are
covered as an element of IPRs. GI is governed by WTO’s Agreement on
Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS).
 In India, GI tag is governed by Geographical Indications of Goods
(Registration and Protection Act), 1999 with effect from 15th
September 2003.
 GIs have great potential to play a major role in trade between countries.
 Darjeeling Tea was the first Indian product to get the geographical
indication tag. In 2004, the famous beverage got the recognition.
 17 products from different States accorded GI tags so far this year:
 Himachali Kala Zeera
 Jeeraphool from Chhattisgarh
 Kandhamal Haldi from Odisha
 Coorg Arabica coffee from Karnataka
 Wayanad Robusta coffee from Kerala
 Araku Valley Arabica from Andhra Pradesh
 Chikmagalur Arabica Coffee from Chikmagalur district,
Karnataka
 Bababudangiri Arabica Coffee from Bababudangiri region of
Karnataka
 Araku Valley Arabica Coffee from Andhra Pradesh
 Sirisi Supari from Karnataka
 Himachali Chulli oil
 Erode Turmeric from Tamilnadu
 Marayur Jaggery from Kerala
 Palani Panchamirtham from Tamil Nadu
 Tawlhlohpuan, is a fine quality fabric woven in Mizoram
 Mizo Puanchei, a colourful Mizo shawl/textile, from Mizoram
 Tirur betel vine, cultivated in Malappuram district of Kerala, is
valued for its medicinal and cultural usages.
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Millets
 Millets are small grained cereals, staple food in drier regions of the
developing countries are called ‘millets’. They are also annual grasses of
the group cereals.
 India's proposal to observe an International Year of Millets in 2023 has
been approved at the by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
India is celebrating 2018 as the national year of millets.
 Millets are also rich in calcium and magnesium. For example, Ragi is
known to have the highest calcium content among all the food grains.
 These are also staple food for people of poor countries.
 In India, pearl millet is a staple food in Rajasthan. Highest Production of
Pearl millet in India: Rajasthan>Uttar Pradesh
 Millets are Photo-insensitive (do not require a specific photoperiod for
flowering) & resilient to climate change. Millets can grow on poor soils
with little or no external inputs.
 Millets are broadly classified in to two, 1) Major millets and 2) Minor
millets.
 Major millets:
1. Sorghum /Jowar/Cholam - Sorghum bicolor
2. Pearl millet /Bajra/Cumbu - Pennisetum glaucum
3. Finger millet or Ragi - Eleusine coracona
 Minor millets:
1. Foxtail millet / Thenai - Setaria italica
2. Little millet / Samai - Panicum miliare
3. Common millet / Panivaraugu - Panicum miliaceum
4. Barnyard millet / Kudiraivali - Echinchloa colona var frumentaceae
5. Kodo millet / Varagu - Paspalum scrobiculatum
Economic Importance of Pearl millet:

 Pearl millet is one of the major coarse grain crops and is considered to be
a poor man’s food.
 It is staple food in a short period in the relatively dry tracts of the country.
It is the most drought tolerant crop among cereals and millets. The grain of
pearl millet is superior in nutritive value to sorghum grain but inferior in
feeding value. Grain contains 12.4% of moisture, 11.6% of protein, 5%
of fat, 67% of carbohydrates and 2.7% of minerals. Pearl millet grains
are eaten cooked like rice or ‘chapatis’ are prepared. It is also used as feed
for poultry industry and green fodder or dry fodder for cattle.
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Special characters:
I. Finger millet – Ragi, Highly tolerant to alkalinity
II. Foxtail millet – Kangni, Susceptible to both drought & water logging
III. Kodo millet – Kodra, Highly drought resistant
IV. Little millet – Kutki, Highly drought resistant & tolerant to water logging
V. Proso /Common millet- Cheena, Highly drought resistant
VI. Barn yard millet – Sawan, Highly drought resistant & tolerant to water
logging.
Crop Residue Burning

 Paddy Stubble burning is mainly practiced in Indo-gangetic plains of the
States of Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh to clear the fields for Rabi
Crop sowing.
 National Policy for Management of Crop Residues (NPMCR) came into
effect from 2014
 In 2018, a new Central Sector Scheme on ‘Promotion of Agricultural
Mechanization for In-Situ Management of Crop Residue in the States of
Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and NCT of Delhi’ has been launched with
the total outgo from the Central funds of Rs. 1151.80 crore.
 Burning crop residue is a crime under Section 188 of the IPC and under
the Air and Pollution Control Act of 1981.
 Crop residue burning released carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide
(CO), oxides of sulphur (SOX) and black carbon.
 Burning of crop residue causes damage to other micro-organisms present
in the upper layer of the soil as well as its organic quality. one tonne
stubble burning leads to a loss of 5.5 kilogram nitrogen, 2.3 kg
phosphorus, 25 kg potassium and more than 1 kg of sulfur — all soil
nutrients, besides organic carbon.
 Crop residues produced by major crops: Rice>Wheat>Maize
 Crop residue in different crop: Cereals>Fibers>Oilseed
 Generation of crop residues: Uttar Pradesh>Punjab>Maharashtra
 Burning of crop residue: Uttar Pradesh>Punjab>Haryana
 Farmers can also manage crop residues effectively by employing
agricultural machines like:
 Happy Seeder(used for sowing of crop in standing stubble)
 Rotavator (used for land preparation and incorporation of crop
stubble in the soil)
 Zero till seed drill (used for land preparations directly sowing of
seeds in the previous crop stubble)
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 Baler (used for collection of straw and making bales of the paddy
stubble)
 Paddy Straw Chopper (cutting of paddy stubble for easily mixing
with the soil)
 Reaper Binder (used for harvesting paddy stubble and making into
bundles)
 Punjab government announces rupees 2500 per acre compensation for
farmers not burning stubble.
 Subsidies are added in subsidies part.
Irrigation
 Irrigation is the application of controlled amounts of water to plants at
needed intervals.
 The Economic Survey 2018-19 suggests that “focus should shift from
‘land productivity’ to ‘irrigation water productivity’.
 In India according to the Asian Water Development Outlook, 2016,
almost 89% of groundwater extracted is used for irrigation and crops
such as paddy and sugarcane consume more than 60% of irrigation
water.
 On a average rice crop takes 5600 liter water for 1 kg production and daily
consumption of rice is 6-10 mm.
 Major source of irrigation is tube well and second rank is occupied by
canals.
 India has the largest area under rice crop and second in production.
 Efficiency of major irrigation system:
 Surface irrigation: 50-60%
 Sprinkler irrigation: 65-75%
 Surge Irrigation: 85-90%
 Drip Irrigation: 90-95%
 Even in drought-hit region of Latur in Maharashtra, there was hardly any
mention of humanitarian crisis caused by drought. Parts of Gujarat,
Karnataka, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan are also reeling under
drought due to deficient rainfall in 2018.
 India is one of the world’s biggest users of ground water and its depleting
levels are the main reason for the country’s severe shortages.
 About 600 million Indians are facing high-to-extreme water stress and
the situation is set to worsen as water requirements rise, according to a
2018 report by NITI Aayog.
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 About 75% of the households in the country do not have drinking

water.
List of major irrigation projects:

Name River State
Bhakra Nangal Sutlej Punjab and Himachal

Project Pradesh
Beas Project Beas River Punjab, Haryana and
Rajasthan
Indira Gandhi Harike (Satlej and Punjab
Canal Beas)
Koshi Project Kosi River Bihar and Nepal
Hirakund Project Mahanadi Odisha
Tungabhadra Tungbhadra -Krishna AP-Karnataka

project
Nagarjuna Sagar Krishna AP
Project
Chambal Project Chambal Rajasthan and Madhya
Pradesh
Damodar valley Damodar Jharkhand, West Bengal
project
Gandak project Gandak Bihar-UP
Kakrapar project Tapti Gujarat
Koyna Project Koyna- krishna Maharashtra
Malprabha Malprabha Karnataka

project
Mayurakshi Mayurakshi West Bengal
Project
Kangsabati Kangsabati and West Bengal

project Kumari river
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Important
schemes
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Important schemes:
1. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana
 Launched: 5th July 2019
 Aim: To increase the fish and aquatic products
 It includes MoFPI’s schemes such as Food Parks, Food Safety and
Infrastructure.
 Last year, the Cabinet had set up Rs 7,522 crore special Fisheries and
Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF).
 The government has set a target for fish production and that is to achieve
the target of 15 million tonne by 2020 under the Blue Revolution and raise
it to about 20 million tonnes by 2022-23.
Indian Fish Market
 India’s fish production is estimated at around 12 million tonnes annually.
 India has become the second largest fish producing and aquaculture industry in
the world.
 In aquaculture, India is second to china with a share of 6% in global
aquaculture.
 The fisheries sector employed over 14.5 million people directly and many more
indirectly.
 At present, Fish production contributes to around 1% to GDP of country and
5% to agricultural GDP of country.
 India exports one tenth of its Fish produced.
2. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana:

 Launched: 2016
 Ministry: Ministry of Food Processing and Industries (MoFPI)
 Fund: 6,000 crore for the period of 2016-20.
 Renamed in: 2017
 Objective: To supplement agriculture, modernize processing and
decrease Agri-Waste.
The PMKSY has seven component schemes:
 Mega Food Parks,
 Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure,
 Infrastructure for Agro-Processing Clusters,
 Creation of Backward and Forward Linkages,
 Creation/Expansion of Food Processing & Preservation Capacities,
 Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure, and
 Human Resources and Institutions.
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Other steps taken for Food Processing Sector:

 100% Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)
 A special fund of Rs.2000 crore has been created with the NABARD
to provide affordable credit to food processing projects/units.
 Food & agro-based processing units and cold chain infrastructure has
been classified as agriculture activity for Priority Sector Lending
(PSL).
 100 % income tax exemption from profit derived by Farmers
Producers Organizations (FPOs) having annual turnover of Rs.100
crore have been allowed for activities such as post-harvest value
addition to agriculture.
 Operation green for TOP with 500 crore fund
Other fund by GOI:
 The government has proposed to increase budget allocation for the
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare by over 78 % to 39 lakh
crore rupees for the current fiscal. out of the total amount, 75,000 crore
rupees will be for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi.
 Besides PM-KISAN, the government has proposed to increase the
allocation for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to
14,000 crore rupees for the current fiscal.
 To ensure Minimum Support Price (MSP) in times of steep fall in rates,
the government has proposed to increase the allocation to 3,000 crore
rupees for intervening in the market in such times under the Market
Intervention Scheme and Price Support Scheme (MIS-PSS)
 She also proposed setting up of 10,000 new Farmer Producer
Organisations (FPOs) to ensure economies of scale for farmers over the
next five years.
3. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN):

 Started: 01.02.2019 namely, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAmman Nidhi,
Announced in December, 2018
 Launched at: Gorakhpur, UP
 Objective: To augment the income of farmers
 Covered: All farmer with land
 Not Covered: Landless labour
 Under the programme, vulnerable landholding farm families with cultivate
land upto two hectares, would be provided direct income support at the
rate of 6000 rupees per year.
 The scheme is being implemented with effect from December 2018.
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 Around 12 crore/14.5 crore small and marginal farmer families are likely
to benefit from this. The programme would be implemented from
December 1, 2018 and the first tranche for the span upto March 31, 2019
would be paid during the current fiscal year itself.
 This income support will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of
beneficiary farmers, in three equal installments of Rs. 2,000 each.
 However Landless labourers are not being covered under PM-KISAN.
 The complete expenditure of Rs 75000 crore for the scheme will borne by
the Union Government in 2019-20.
 The Rythu Bandhu scheme of the Telangana government provides ₹4,000
per acre for every season to all the farmers of the state. Similar initiatives
have also be framed in Jharkhand and Odisha.
 In December 2018, Odisha launched the Krushak Assistance for
Livelihood and Income augmentation (KALIA). KALIA is more
complicated in design and implementation. It commits to give Rs 5,000
per SMF, twice a year, that is Rs 10,000 a year.
4. Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan:

 Pradhan Mantri Shram-Yogi Maandhan” is launched for the
unorganized workers with monthly income upto 15,000 rupees.
This pension yojana would give them an assured monthly pension
of 3,000 rupees from the age of 60 years on a monthly contribution
of a small affordable premium during the working age.
 PM- SYM which was recently announced in the Interim Budget-
2019 will be implemented from February 15, 2019 by the Ministry
of Labour and Employment through Life Insurance
Corporation of India.
 This scheme seeks to benefit around 42 crore workers from
the unorganized sector of the country.
 To avail of the scheme, workers will have to contribute a Rs. 55-
200 (Age based) month per month.
 The unorganized sector workers, with income of less than Rs
15,000 per month and who belong to the entry age group of 18-40
years, will be eligible for the scheme.
 Benefits: Minimum Assured Pension: Each subscriber under the
scheme will receive minimum assured pension of Rs 3000 per
month after attaining the age of 60 years.
 In case of death during receipt of pension: If the subscriber dies
during the receipt of pension, his or her spouse will be entitled to
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receive 50 percent of the pension as family pension. This family

pension is applicable only to spouse.
 In case of death before the age of 60 years: If a beneficiary has
given regular contribution and dies before attaining the age of 60
years, his or her spouse will be entitled to continue the scheme
subsequently by payment of regular contribution or may even exit
the scheme.
 Under the PM-SYM, the prescribed age-specific contribution by
the beneficiary and the matching contribution by the Central
Government will be made on a ‘50:50 basis’.
5. PM-AASHA (Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan):
 The umbrella scheme - PM-AASHA provides for a holistic
arrangement for assurance of a remunerative and stable price
environment four growers/farmers to increase agricultural
production and productivity.
 This umbrella scheme comprises the price support scheme for pulses
& oilseeds, Price Deficiency Payment Scheme & Pilot of private
procurement and stockiest scheme for oilseeds to ensure MSP to the
farmers.
 The Government has approved a new umbrella scheme “Pradhan
Mantri Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Abhiyan” (PM-AASHA)
which will provide Minimum Support Price (MSP) assurance to
farmers.
 The Scheme is aimed at ensuring remunerative prices to the
farmers for their produce as announced in the Union Budget for
2018.
 The increase in MSP can improve farmer’s income by strengthening
procurement mechanism in coordination with the State
Governments.
Components of PM-AASHA:
1. Price Support Scheme (PSS): Oilseed, pulses & Copra
2. Price Deficiency Payment Scheme (PDPS): Oilseed
3. Pilot of Private Procurement & Stockist Scheme (PPPS)
6. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayi Yojana

 Launched on July, 2015
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Accelerated Irrigation Benefits

Programme and Command Area
Development (ABP-CAD)
Minor Irrigation (Har Khet Ko

Pani),
Watershed Development
Micro Irrigation (Per Drop

More Crop)
 With the objectives of 1.86 lakh Ha of additional area to be brought

under irrigation during 2018-19, PMKSY-Watershed Development
has been provided Rs. 2146.00 crore.
 The Water Use Efficiency (WUE) in Indian agriculture, at about 30-
40 per cent
 Micro irrigation saves irrigation water from 40 to 70 % (Mo Agri &
FW, 2004), conserves energy from 10-17percent, reduces fertilizers
consumption from 15 to 50%, and decreases labour cost of about 30-
40 % FICCI(Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce
&Industry ,2016).
 If micro irrigation is applied at its full potential, the average increase in
farmer's income at all India level will be 42 %.
 Recognizing the importance of micro irrigation in the contemporary
agriculture, the government has provided Rs. 5000 crore for the water
saving induced technology adaptation under "Per Drop More Crop".
 The Government of India has announced the establishment of Rs.
50,000 crore Corpus Fund for the development of small irrigation with
NABARD within 5 years. (Asked in Assistant manager NABARD-
2018)
 In the budget of 2018, under the 'Har Khet ko Pani' a component of
Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY) scheme, the
ground water irrigation scheme will be implemented in 96 districts,
where less than 30% land is currently getting an assured irrigation
facility. For this purpose, Rs. 2,6,00 crores have been allocated.
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 A mobile smart phone application (Drishti) has been developed for

field data collection. It is developed in 2015 by NRSC (National
remote sensing centre)
 BhuvanGeo-Portal: Bhuvan, an Indian Geo-Platform, of ISRO,
provides a host of services covering satellite data visualization, free
data download, thematic map display, download and analysis, timely
information on disaster and proiect specific GIS applications since
August 2009.
6.1 Per Drop More Crop - (SWMA):

 Physical achievement: 16 lakh hectare (2018-19).
 Coverage under drip and sprinkler in 2018-19:
 Physical achievement area (total micro irrigation): 11.58 lakh hectare
area.
 Drip irrigation :5.75 lakh hectare (49.65 %)
 Sprinkler irrigation: 5.83 lakh hectare (50.36 %)
 Potential Created For Protective Irrigation: 1.30 Lakh Ha
 Total physical achievement area from 2005-06 to 2018-19 :82.89 Lakh
hectare.
7. SOIL HEALTH CARD SCHEME (SHC)

 Theme: "SwasthDharaa. Khet Haraa." - Healthy Earth.
Green Farm.
 Launched: 19 feb,2015 at Suratgarh, Rajasthan
 Soil health card is prepared in 14 local languages.
 Soil Health card Mobile app languages: 10 (23 languages in soil health
card portal)
 It will contain the status of his soil with respect to 12 parameters,
namely N,P,K (Macro-nutrients); S (Secondary- nutrient); Zn, Fe,
Cu, Mn, Bo (Micro - nutrients); and pH, EC, OC (Physical
parameters).
 Soil samples will be drawn in a grid of 2.5 ha in irrigated area and 10
ha in rainfed area with the help of GPS tools and revenue maps.
 Soil Samples are taken generally two times in a year, after harvesting
of Rabi and Kharif Crop respectively or when there is no standing
crop in the field.
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 A sum of Rs. 190 per soil sample is provided to State Governments.

This covers the cost of collection of soil sample, its test, generation
and distribution of soil health card to the farmer.
 The second cycle started from 1st May, 2017.
 Total 14.20 Cr Soil Health Cards have been distributed till 31 March 2018
in both cycles.
 State wise card distributed (Cycle I and II): Uttar Pradesh> Maharashtra >
Madhya Pradesh
 First Cycle: 7.27 crore farmers registered in the first cycle on the Health
Card portal &10.7 crore Soil Health Cards distributed. Second Cycle: In the
second cycle 3.5 crore farmers registered on the Health Card portal and
registration on Soil Health Card portal has been made mandatory.
 In the year 2010-14 there were only 43 soil testing laboratories sanctioned
which has increased to 9243 during 2014-18.
8. Mridpriskshk
 Launched: 18th feb, 2015
 Mridaparikshak determines all the important 15 soil parameters
(Previously 10) viz., pH, EC, organic carbon, available nitrogen,
phosphorus, potassium, sulphur, zinc, iron, manganese, boron, copper,
gypsum requirement, lime requirement, and calcareousness.
 The price of `Mridaparikshak' for sale in India is fixed at Rs. 86,000/-
(local taxes extra) and the price of `Refilling' for 100 samples is fixed at
Rs. 17,000/- (local taxes extra).
 It also provides crop and soil specific fertilizer recommendations directly
to farmer’s mobile through SMS.
11. PARAMPARAGAT KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA (PKVY):

 The PMKSY was launched in April, 2015.
 The main objective was to promote organic farming in the country.
 Every farmer will be provided Rs. 20,000 per acre in three years for seed
to harvesting of crops and to transport produce to the market.
 Fifty or more farmers will form a cluster having 50 acre land to take up
the organic farming under the scheme. In this way during three years
10,000 clusters will be formed covering 5.0 lakh acre of area under
organic farming.
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 Each member of the group is being provided financial assistance of Rs.

50,000 per hectare during the period of 3 years. (out of which 62% i.e.,
Rs. 31,000 is given as incentives to a farmer for organic conversion,
organic inputs, on farm inputs, production infrastructure, etc.) 10,000
organic clusters of 20 hectares each will be developed.
 Sikkim: First Organic State of India
 Area wise Madhya Pradesh has first rank in organic certification. (MP>
Rajasthan > Maharshtra)
 FUND: The scheme is implemented with a 90:10 (GoI: State Govt.)
funding pattern in 8 NE states and 3 hilly states of J&K, Himachal
Pradesh and Uttarakhand, 100% in Union Territory and 60:40 funding
pattern in remaining states of the country.
10. NATIONAL AGRICULTURE MARKET (E-NAM)

 Launched on: 14 April 2016
 National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) Scheme was approved on 1st July,
2015 with an initial allocation of Rs. 200 crore to link 585 wholesale
APMC mandis across the country through a common e-platform. During
2018-19 & 2019-20, 415 additional mandies will be linked with e-NAM
platform.
 According to latest data over 1 crore 65 lakhs farmers registered on e-
NAM.
 The 21 mandis where NAM is being formally launched would offer
trading in commodities such as chana, castor seed, paddy, wheat, maize,
onion, mustard and tamarind. 25 commodities including onion, potato,
apple, wheat, pulses, coarse grains and cotton, have been identified for
online trading.
 To integrate a wholesale mandis across the country with the online
platform, the state governments have to amend their Agriculture Produce
Market Committee (APMC) Act.
 So far, 585 mandis of 16 States and 02 UTs have been integrated with e-
NAM.
 To facilitate assaying of commodities for trading on e-NAM, common
tradable parameters have been developed for 150 commodities.
 The portal is available in English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu,
Bengali, Tamil, Odiya and Punjabi (Total 9). The Mobile app also
developed and has 6 languages.
 Currently 826 FPOs have been onboarded on e-NAM portal.
 Number of APMCs: Uttar Pradesh> Gujarat> Maharashtra
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 Lowest: Odisha> Pondichery> Chandigarh (Chandigarh’s Mandi are not

in trading but registerd under e-NAM)
11. PRADHAN MANTRI FASAL BIMA YOJANA (PMFBY)

 It was launched on: 18 February 2016 (Kharif 2016)
 Covers all food grains, oilseeds and annual commercial/ horticultural
crops.
 One season one rate - maximum 2% for Kharif, 1.5% for Rabi and 5%
for Annual Commercial (Cotton/Sugarcane)/ Horticultural
Crops.(Asked in AFO-2018)
 Covers all risks of crop cycle – preventive sowing; risks to standing crops
and post-harvest losses. Post-harvest losses for cut & spread crops on field
upto 14 days due to cyclone/ cyclonic rains and unseasonal rains.
 On account payment upto 25% of sum insured due to prevented sowing
or mid-season adversity.
 Scheme has been received very well and has been opted for by 27 States
and Union Territories in one or more seasons since inception.
 Unique feature of PMFBY has been that there would be no upper limit
on government subsidy provided by centre and state governments. "Even
if the balance premium (after farmers contribution) is 90%, it will be borne
by the- government,"
 In the first year of implementation of PMFBY/RWBCIS, 23 States
implemented the schemes during kharif 2016 and 25 States and 3 UTs
during rabi 2016-17
 NAIS and MNAIS have been discontinued from Kharif 2016, but the
Weather Based Crop Insurance Scheme (WBCIS) and Coconut Palm
Insurance Scheme (CPIS) would continue to operate while premium to
be paid under WBCIS has been brought on a par with PMFBY.
 Upto Rabi 2017 farmers covered: Maharashtra> Rajasthan> Madhya
Pradesh
 Number of farmers benefited: Maharashtra> Rajasthan> Tamil Nadu
 Area Insured: Madhya Pradesh> Rajasthan> Maharashtra
 Claim Reported: Madhya Pradesh> Tamil Nadu> Maharashtra
 Claim Paid: Madhya Pradesh> Maharashtra> Tamil Nadu
12. PRADHAN MANTRI JAN DHAN YOJANA (PMJDY)

 Launched: 28 August 2014
 Objectives: This scheme was launched to provide basic banking accounts
to 7.5 crore unbanked people with RuPay debit card and overdraft facility
(after six months).
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Facilities:
 A bank account with no minimum balance; and interests on deposits
 Accidental Insurance Cover of Rs. 1 Lakh; life cover of Rs.30000/-
payable on death of beneficiary.
 Overdraft facility up to Rs.5000/- on satisfactory operation of 6 months.
 Easy transfer of money across India.
 Transfer of benefits under DBT in these accounts.
 Access to pension and insurance products.
13. MEGA FOOD PARKS SCHEME

 Mega Food Parks Scheme (MFPS) was launched in 2008.
 Government provides Financial Assistance up to Rs. 50 Crore to set up
modern infrastructure facilities for food processing called Mega Food
Parks. (50% in general states and 75% in in difficult and hilly areas)
 It is a scheme of the Ministry of Food Processing Industry (MOFPI).
 Srini mega Food Park at Chittoor in Andhra Pradesh is the first Mega
food park of India.
 Maharashtra’s first Mega Food Park inaugurated at Satara. (NABARD-
2019).
 Punjab’s first Mega International Food Park was inaugurated at
Dabwala Kalan, in Fazilka District Punjab under the aegis of Mega Food
Park Scheme.
 Indus mega Food Park the first Mega Food Park (MFP) of Madhya
Pradesh inaugurated at Panwa village in Kasarwad tehsil of Khargone
district. Recently Avantee Mega Food Park was inaugurated at Dewas MP.
(Second of MP)
 First mega food park of Himachal Pradesh “Cremica food park” is
inaugurated at Una.
 First mega food park of Gujarat “Gujarat Agro mega food park” is
inaugurated at Surat.
 Telangana's first Mega Food Park promoted by smart Agro Food Park
setup at Nizamabad Telangana
 First aqua mega food park inaugurated at Godavari, Andhra Pradesh.
 A Rs 396 crore animal husbandry park will come up at Salem, Tamil Nadu.
 Allocation of Ministry of Food is Rs.1400 crore in 2018-19.
 World Bank sanctioned rupees 3000 crore for Food Food Park
 The total outlay for the Ministry of Food Processing Industries is Rs. 1,196
crore in 2019-20. The government has allocated of Rs. 1.92 lakh crore for
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the Food Ministry, out of which Rs. 1.84 lakh crore has been set aside for
food subsidy.
 Objective was to raise processing of food items from 6% to 20%
 Under the scheme, the government of India provides financial assistance
upto Rs 50 crore per mega food park project.
 Operational: 17 (MoFPI Website)
 Targeted: 40/42
14. Kisan Credit Card (KCC) Scheme

 The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was introduced in August 1998
 Eligiblity: Minimum age: 18 years, Maximum age: 75 years
 Card valid for 3-5 years subject to annual review. As incentive for good
performance, credit limits could be enhanced to take care of increase in
costs, change in cropping pattern, etc.
 Each drawl to be repaid within a maximum period of 12 months.
 Security, margin, rate of interest, etc. as per RBI norms. RBI has decided
to raise the limit for collateral-free agriculture loans from Rs. 1 lakh to
Rs. 1.6 lakh.
 The Kisan Credit Card also provides personal accident insurance that
farmers can opt for. Under the insurance, they will get coverage of up to
Rs.50,000 in the event of death while Rs.25,000 in the event of an accident
resulting in disability.
 Crop loans disbursed under KCC Scheme for notified crops are covered
under Crop Insurance Scheme, to protect the interest of the farmer
against loss of crop yield caused by natural calamities, pest attacks etc.
 RuPayKisan Credit Card: RuPay is an Indian domestic card scheme
conceived and launched by the National Payments Corporation of
India (NPCI).
 RuPay facilitates electronic payment at all Indian banks and financial
institutions, and competes with Master Card and Visa in India. NPCI
started Rupay card in 2012.
 NABARD, in January, 2013 set up Special Project Unit- Kisan Credit
Card (SPU-KCC) with a mandate for encouraging cooperative banks and
Regional Rural Banks across the country to issue Rupay KCC debit cards.
 The farmers get the short term crop loans up to Rs. 3 lakh at reduced
rate of interest at 7%. If the farmers deposit the loan amount on the due
date; they get another 3% rebate in the interest rate. So the effective rate
of interest would be only 4%.
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 The facility of Kisan Credit Cards has been extended to fisheries and
animal husbandry (including poultry) farmers (in 2018-19 budget) to
help them meet their working capital needs.
 According to an announcement made on 26 August 2019, the Reserve
Bank of India (RBI) will be providing a 2% subsidy on the rate of interest
for any short-term loans of Rs.2 lakh that have been availed by farmers
who are engaged in animal husbandry and fisheries via the Kisan Credit
Card (KCC).
 Famers will be able to avail loans of up to Rs.2 lakh with a concessional
interest rate of 7%. The reduction of interest will be applicable for all loans
that have been availed during 2018-2019 and 2019-2020. An extra 3%
discount on the interest rate will be provided to farmers who have been
promptly paying their loans.
 Number of KCC issued: Uttar Pardesh> Andhra Pradesh> Madhya
Pradesh
 Documents required to get KCC:
1. Duly filled application form
2. Identity proof- Voter ID card/PAN card/Passport/ Aadhaar
card,/Driving License etc.
3. Address proof: Voter ID card/Passport/Aadhaar card/Driving license
etc.
15. Pashu Kisan Credit Card:

 Launched: 6 December, 2019 in Haryana
 The card is along lines of the Kisan credit card scheme and will allot credit
according to the animal you own. For a Murrah Buffalo, a credit limit
of Rs.76,300 will be given. If you own an indigenous cow, the credit limit
will be Rs.70,825 and Rs.71,325 for an exotic cow.
 Similarly, if you own shrimp, brackish water shrimp specifically, the credit
limit which will be offered is Rs.92,800 and Rs.1,11,200 for freshwater
shrimp. This scale of finance has been decided after the recurring costs
towards feeding, veterinary aid, water, labour, and electricity supply have
been added.
 For any person who has cattle or freshwater shrimp more than a value of
Rs.1.6 lakh, collateral will need to be given to the bank.
 According to the government, an owner can purchase anything and
everything with the credit limit. However, he or she must repay the amount
within 1 year to get an interest rate of 4%. The interest rate increases,
and they become defaulters if the money is not repaid within a year.
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16. RuPay Mudra Debit Card

 Government of India's initiative towards the beneficiaries of MUDRA
Loans under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana Scheme.
 RuPay Mudra Debit Card is issued with account opened under Pradhan
Mantri Mudra Yojana.
 An innovative product which provides working capital facility as cash
credit arrangement. The cardholder can make use of MUDRA Card in
multiple withdrawal and credit, so as to manage the working capital limit
in a most efficient manner and keep the interest burden minimum.
17. Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana

 Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) launched in 2015 aims to
provide loans up to 10 lakh to the non-corporate, non-farm small/micro
enterprises.
 The loans are provided through Commercial Banks, RRBs, Small Finance
Banks, Cooperative Banks, MFIs and NBFCs.
The Mudra loans are provided under three categories:
1. Under Shishu up to Rs 50,000 under.
2. Under Kishore for loans between Rs 50,001-Rs 5 lakh.
3. Under Tarun for loans between Rs 5,00,001 and Rs 10 lakh category.
18. 'Nal se Jal' scheme

 Launch year: July 2019
 'Nal se Jal' scheme, water and sanitation sector is likely to attract
investment worth Rs 6.3 lakh crore in the next five years.
 AIM: the government's new 'Nal se Jal' scheme, which aims to provide
piped water connection to every household by 2024, will likely lead to a
massive jump in the investment in water and sanitation.
 Nodal Agency: Ministry of Jal Shakti
 It is a component of the government’s Jal Jivan Mission.
 The Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation and Ministry of Water
Resources and Ganga Rejuvenation have been merged into the Jal Shakti
Ministry
19. ‘Yuva Sahakar’ Scheme
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 NCDC’s new scheme ‘Yuva Sahakar’ was launched in November 2018

for giving wings to young entrepreneurs in cooperatives.
 The scheme will be linked to Rs 1000 crore ‘Cooperative Start-up and
Innovation Fund (CSIF)’ created by the NCDC.
 The funding for the project will be up to 80 percent of the project cost for
these special categories against 70 percent for others.
20. Baroda Kisan:
 Baroda Kisan initiative is part of the Bank of Baroda’s initiative to keep

up with the use of technology in the field of agriculture.
 Baroda Kisan aims to provide a dedicated platform for farmers to ease their
requirements.
 The project aims to provide a holistic approach towards solving agricultural
plights by means of providing reliable and customised information, inputs
for use, the convenience of renting farm equipment and market linkage for
sale of agri-produce.
 The agri-digital platform will be executed by Bank of Baroda in
partnership with IBM India.
21. Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation

(KALIA):
 Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation (KALIA) is
a support scheme of Odisha whose primary targets are small farmers,
cultivators and landless agricultural labourers.
 The scheme involves payments to encourage cultivation and associated
activities.
Features of the Scheme:
 Under the Scheme, Odisha would spend Rs10,180 crore over three years
until 2020-21 benefitting 92% of the cultivators in the state and including
every category from big farmers to landless cultivators.
 The government would provide Rs10, 000 per family as assistance for
cultivation, Rs.5, 000 each in the Kharif and Rabi seasons, for five
cropping seasons between 2018-19 and 2021-22.
 The scheme also targets landless households, specifically SC and ST
families; they will be supported with a unit cost of Rs. 12,500 for activities
like goat rearing, mushroom cultivation, beekeeping, poultry farming and
fishery.
22. Odisha Government launches Saura Jalnidhi scheme

 The scheme was launched as part of state government’s endeavour to
increase the use of solar photovoltaic pump sets in those areas so that
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irrigation facilities can be provided where power system is bad.

 Odisha Government has launched Saura Jalnidhi scheme to encourage use
of solar energy in irrigation by farmers.
 Under this scheme, farmers will be given 90% subsidy and 5,000 solar
pumps.
 The beneficiary of this scheme will be farmers who have valid farmer
identity cards and have minimum 0.5 acres of agricultural land.
 It will promote the use of green energy and reduce pollution.
23. Agri-clinics and agri-business centres scheme (ACABC)

 Launched on: April, 2002
 Ceiling of project cost for subsidy has been enhanced to Rs.20 lakh for an
individual project (Rs. 25 lakh in case of extremely successful individual
projects) and to Rs.100 lakh for a group project (established by a group
comprising at least five trained persons under the Scheme, out of which
one could be from Management background).
 Subsidy pattern has been revised from “capital and interest subsidy”
to “Composite Subsidy” which will be back-ended in nature. It will be
44% of project cost for women, SC/ST & all categories of candidates from
NE and Hill states and 36% of project cost for all others. Interest subsidy
scheme is replaced with enhanced quantum of back-ended subsidy.
 Minimum number of members required: 05
 Toll free number- 1556(Timing: 9AM to 5.30 PM)
 First ACABC established at- Vapi, Bulsar (Distt), Gujarat by Sunil
Kumar
 National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE)
will be responsible for providing training to eligible candidates.
 Inclusion of MUDRA loan under Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana
(PMMY) for Agri-Clinics and Agri- Business Centres Scheme.
24. Kisan Call Centres (KCC)

 Launched on: Jan 21, 2004
 Toll free number: 1800 180 1551
 Timings: 06.00 AM to 10.00 PM.
 Operation : 3 levels
 Total KCC: 21
 Total languages in which KCC operates: 22
 KISAN CALL CENTER (KCC):Kisan Call Center provides
information to farmers free through toll free number 1800-180-1551.
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Total 2.64 crore farmers questions were replied from 2014-18 (till May
10, 2018).
25. Interest Subvention on Loan of Farmers/ Interest Subvention

Scheme (ISS)
 The Government of India (GoI) has been implementing the Interest
Subvention Scheme (ISS) since 2006-07 under which short term crop
loans upto Rs. 3.00 lakh are made available to farmers at subvented
interest rate of 7% per annum. Further from 2009-10 GOI has made a
provision to give extra 3% subvention if the loan is upto 3 years and
paid within the due date (Max duration 1 year). After total subvention
(2%+3%) effective interest rate will be 4%. (Asked in AFO-2018)
 The interest subvention will be given to Public Sector Banks (PSBs),
Private Sector Banks, Cooperative Banks and Regional Rural Banks
(RRBs) on use of own funds and to NABARD for refinance to RRBs and
Cooperative Banks.
26. ATMA YOJANA

 Launched during 2005-06
 At present, the Scheme is under implementation in 684 districts in 28
States and 3 UTs in the country.
 Funding: The scheme is supported by the Central Government. The
funding pattern is 90% by the central Government and 10% by the state
government. The 10% state’s share shall consist of cash contribution of
the State, beneficiary contribution or the contribution of other non-
governmental organizations.
27. Lead Bank scheme:

 The Lead Bank Scheme was launched by the RBI in 1969.
 Under LBS, every district across the country would be assigned to a
commercial bank.
 The bank should have major presence in that district to do the work of the
Lead Bank.
 The lead bank makes surveys and makes loan facility to various sectors.
 Twenty public sector banks and one private sector bank have been assigned Lead
Bank responsibility in 714 districts across the country.
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28. Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries - a Central

Sector Scheme on Blue Revolution
Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries (Blue Revolution) is the
name of an integrated / umbrella scheme covering all existing schemes related to
fisheries.
 This scheme was approved by Union Cabinet in December 2015 and the
total outlay is of Rs. 3000 Crore for five years.
 Components: The IDMF scheme covers inland fisheries, aquaculture,
marine fisheries including deep sea fishing, mariculture and all activities
undertaken by the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB)
towards realizing “Blue Revolution”.
 The scheme has the following six broad components:
 National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) and its activities,
 Development of Inland Fisheries and Aquaculture,
 Development of Marine Fisheries, Infrastructure and Post-Harvest
Operations,
 Strengthening of Database & Geographical Information System of the
Fisheries Sector,
 Institutional Arrangement for Fisheries Sector and
 Monitoring, Control and Surveillance (MCS) and other need-based
Interventions.
Funding and Implementation
 IDMF is a central sector scheme which provides 100% funding for the
above components.
 Further, it also provides suitable linkages and convergence with Sagarmala
Project of the Ministry of Shipping, MGNREGA, RKVY, NRLM etc.
 The overall objective is to ensure a sustained annual growth rate of 6% –
8% as against an overall annual growth rate of about 4%.
 The scheme with its multi-dimensional activities, focuses mainly on
increasing production and productivity from aquaculture and fisheries
resources, both inland and marine.
 The scheme is intended to utilize most of the unutilized fisheries resources
keeping in view the overall sustainability, biosecurity and environmental
concerns.
29. Pradhan Mantri Van Dhan Yojana (PMVDY)

 Launched: 14th April 2018
 Ministry: Ministry of Tribal Affairs and TRIFED
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 Aim: The programme aims at empowering the tribal community. TRIFED

will establish 3,000 VDVKs each year till 2024 and will cover around 2
crore tribal beneficiaries. The programme also aims to cover 117 tribes in
the country. It has also partnered with UNICEF to promote tribal craft,
cuisine, culture and commerce.
30. Crop Residue Management Scheme:

In pursuance to Budget 2018 announcement a new Central Sector Scheme on
‘Promotion of Agricultural Mechanization for In-Situ Management of Crop
Residue in the States of Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and NCT of Delhi’ for the
period from 2018-19 to 2019-20. (100% Central Share)
The Scheme has the following components:
1. Establish Farm Machinery Banks for Custom Hiring of in-situ crop

residue management machinery- Financial assistance @ 80% of the
project cost is provided to the Co-operative Societies of farmers, FPOs,
Self-Help Groups, registered Farmers Societies / farmers groups, Private
Entrepreneurs, Group of women farmers or self-help groups for
establishment of farm machinery banks or custom hiring centres of in-situ
crop residue management machinery.
2. Financial Assistance to farmers for Procurement of Agriculture
Machinery and Equipment for in-situ crop residue management-
Financial assistance @ 50% of the cost of machinery/equipment is
provided to individual farmers for purchase of machinery/equipment for
crop residue management.
3. Information, Education and Communication for awareness on in-situ
crop residue management- Financial assistance is provided to the State
Governments, KVKs, ICAR Institutions, Central Government Institutions,
PSUs etc. for the activities to be undertaken towards Information,
Education and Communication (IEC).
31. Krishi Dak

 Launched: 2015
 Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has initiated a novel scheme
– Krishi Dak in 20 districts in which postmen supplies seeds of improved
varieties of crops to the farmers in remote areas.
 Due to its success and popularity, this scheme is being extended in 100
districts of 14 states with the association of Krishi Vigyan Kendras.
 This will provide improved seed to farmers at their doorsteps.
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32. Farmer FIRST

 Launched: 2015
 It is an ICAR initiative to enhance farmers-scientists contact with multi
stake holders-participation.
 FIRST refers to Farm, Innovations, Resources, Science and Technology.
 The project focuses on enabling interaction of scientists with farm
conditions and problems; exchange of knowledge between farmers and
other stakeholders; integration of technology with different agro-systems;
development of rural based institutions; and using the platform of the
project having commodity institutions as partners to develop commodity
specific contents for e-enabled knowledge sharing.
33. Mera Gaon – Mera Gaurav

 Launched: 2015
 It is launched by ICAR to provide farmers with required information,
knowledge and advisories on regular basis.
 Under this scheme, groups of scientists will select villages and will remain
in touch with that village and provide information to farmers on technical
and other related aspects through personal visits or through
telecommunication.
 The scheme enables 20,000 scientists of National Agricultural Research
and Education System (NARES) to work directly in villages.
34. Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture (ARYA) Scheme

 Launched: 2015
 ICAR has initiated a programme on “Attracting and Retaining Youth in
Agriculture” to empower youth in rural areas to take up agriculture, allied
and service sector enterprises for sustainable income and gainful
employment in selected districts.
 ARYA project is implemented in 25 States through KVKs, one district
from each State.
35. STUDENT READY

 READY refers to “Rural and Entrepreneurship Awareness Development
Yojana” by ICAR.
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 Student READY is a skill development initiative to strengthen students

with skills to take up global challenges and to improve both their
employability as well as ability to set up a venture.
36. Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs)

 Government announced in the Union Budget, 2018-19 to develop and
upgrade existing approximately 22,000 rural haats into Gramin
Agricultural Markets (GrAMs).
 In these GrAMs, physical infrastructure to be strengthened using
MGNREGS and other Government Schemes; and
 An Agri-Market Infrastructure Fund (AMIF) with a corpus of Rs. 2000
crore is also to be set up for developing and upgrading agricultural
marketing infrastructure in the 22,000 Gramin Agricultural Markets
(GrAMs) and 585 Agriculture Produce Market Committee (APMC)
Markets.
 The GrAMs are to be linked to electronic National Agricultural Market
(e-NAM).
37. e-Pashuhaat portal

 Launched: 2016
 Government launches e-Pashuhaat portal to connect farmers and
breeders of bovine animals
 The portal will act as a single online e-trading market platform, including
availability of bovine germplasm. It will enable the farmers to buy bovine
animals, frozen semen and embryo.
 e-pashuhaat portal will connect farmers with breeders- State, Central, Co-
operative, Milk Federations, and private agencies.
 It will provide information related to certification of the animal, breeding,
its picture, volume of milk given by the cow etc.
 It will facilitate farmers to purchase advanced breed of bovine animals at
a reasonable price as per as their requirements.
 It will provide, certified picture of animals, its parents information,
breeding, volume of milk given by bovine animal information.
38. Umbrella Scheme ‘Green Revolution — Krishonnati Yojana’

 Umbrella scheme comprises of 12 Schemes/Missions:
 (1) Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH);
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(2) National Mission on Oil Seeds and Oil Palm (NMOOP);

(3) National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

(4) National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA);

(5) Sub-Mission on Agriculture Extension (SMAE);

(6) Sub-Mission on Seeds & Planting Material (SMSP);

(7) Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanisation (SMAM);

(8) Sub-Mission on Plant Protection and Plant Quarantine
(SMPPQ);
 (9) Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Census, Economics and
Statistics;
 (10) Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Cooperation;
 (11) Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Marketing (ISAM);
 (12) National e-Governance Plan in Agriculture (NeGP-A)
 These schemes look to develop the agriculture and allied sector in a
holistic and scientific manner to increase the income of farmers by
enhancing production, productivity and better returns on produce.
 The Schemes will be continued with an expenditure of Rs.33,269.976
crore for three financial years, i.e., 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20.
 Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH)

 Total central share of Rs. 7533.04 Cr for current year it is 2209 crore
for 2019-20
 Launched: 2014-15
 MIDH aims to promote holistic growth of horticulture sector; to enhance
horticulture production, improve nutritional security and income support
to farm Households.
 Under MIDH, Government of India (GOI) contributes 60%, of total
outlay for developmental programmes in all the states except states in
North East and Himalayas, 40% share is contributed by State
Governments.
 In the case of North Eastern States and Himalayan States, GOI
contributes 90% And 10% share is contributed by State.
 These include following sub schemes-
a) National Horticulture Mission,
b) Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States,
c) National agro forestry & Bamboo Mission,
d) National Horticulture Board,
e) Coconut Development Board and
f) Central Institute for Horticulture, Nagaland.
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 National Horticulture Mission

 It is a centrally sponsored scheme launched in 2005-06.
 Under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) are covered in 23
States/UTs( 18 States And 5 UTs).
 Share – 60: 40 (Central : State)
 Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States

 In order to improve livelihood opportunities and to bring prosperity to the
North Eastern Region (NER) including Sikkim, Government of India
launched a Technology Mission for North East for integrated
Development of Horticulture in 2001-02.
 From 2014-15, HMNEH scheme has been subsumed under (MIDH).
 Share- 85:15 (Central: state)
 National Agroforestry & Bamboo Mission

 The National Bamboo Mission (NBM) was launched as a Centrally
Sponsored Scheme in 2006-07.
 It was subsumed under Mission for Integrated Development of
Horticulture (MIDH) during 2014-15.
 National Bamboo Mission renamed as National Agro-Forestry &
Bamboo Mission (NABM) in 2017 (Now it is Restructured National
Bamboo Mission, approved by CCEA on 24th April 2018)
 Expenditure: An outlay of Rs.1290 crore (with Rs. 950 crore as Central
share) is provisioned for implementation of the Mission during the
remaining period of 14th Finance Commission (2018-19 and 2019-20).
 India has 19 per cent share of the world's area under bamboo cultivation,
its market share in the sector is only 6 per cent.
 Budget allocation for National Bamboo mission is 194.89 crore for 2018-
19
 National Horticulture Board

 National Horticulture Board (NHB) was set up by Government of India
in April 1984 on the basis of recommendations of the "Group on
Perishable Agricultural Commodities"(GPAC), headed by Dr M. S.
Swaminathan.
 Headquarter- Gurugram.
 Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme for construction / extension /
modernization of cold storage for Horticulture products.
 Technology development and transfer for promotion of horticulture.
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 Promotion of mechanization in horticulture.

 To ensure availability of quality planting material in horticulture.
 The National Horticulture Board has assisted 3120 cold storage projects
across the country with storage capacity of 137.22 lakh MT.
 Central Institute of Horticulture (CIH), Nagaland

 Central Institute of Horticulture was inaugurated in the year 2006 by our
hon’ble Union Agriculture Minister, Govt. of India Shri Sharad Pawar.
 The institute was set up in an area of 43.5 ha.
 Headquarter in Medziphema, Nagaland
39. National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
 It is including National Mission on Oil Seeds and Oil Palm (NMOOP),

with a total central share of Rs.6893.38 crore.
 National food security act: 2013
 Launched in: October, 2007
 Centrally Sponsored Scheme, 'National Food Security Mission'
(NFSM), was launched in October 2007.
 NFSM-Rice, NFSM-Wheat and NFSM-Pulses will be implemented in

194, 126 and 638 identified districts of different states, respectively.
 Now, NFSM-Coarse Cereals will be divided into two parts i.e. NFSM-
Coarse Cereals (Maize & Barlay) and Sub Mission on Nutri-Cereals.
 NFSM-Coarse Cereals (Maize & Barlay) will be implemented in 271
districts of 27 States and Sub Mission on Nutri-Cereals will be
implemented in 202 districts of 14 States, 8 North Eastern States and 2
Hilly States.
 National Food Security Mission was launched in 2007-08 to increase the
production of rice, wheat and pulses by 10, 8 and 2 million tonnes,
respectively by the end of XI Plan.
 NFSM continued during 12th Five Year Plan with the target of additional
production of 25 million tonnes of food grains. The programme is being
continued upto 2019-20, which is co-terminus with Fourteenth Finance
Commission (FFC) period. The targets to achieve are 13 million tonnes of
additional foodgrains production comprising of Rice – 5 million tonnes,
Wheat- 3 million tonnes, Pulses- 3 million tonnes and Coarse Cereals- 2
million tonnes.
 During XI Plan, NFSM-Rice was implemented in 144 districts of 16 states,
NFSM Wheat in 142 districts of 9 states and NFSM-Pulses in 468 districts
of 16 states.
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 Funding pattern: From the year 2015-16, the mission is being

implemented on 60:40 sharing pattern between Centre and State
Governments and on 90:10 sharing pattern between Centre and
Northeastern & 3 Hill states.
 The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) during the 12th Five Year
Plan will have five components:
1) National Food Security Mission – Rice (NFSM-Rice)

2) National Food Security Mission – Wheat (NFSM-Wheat)
3) National Food Security Mission – Pulses (NFSM-Pulses)
4) National food Security Mission - Coarse cereals (NFSM-Coarse
cereals)
5) National Food Security Mission – Nutri cereals (NFSM- Nutri
cereals)
6) National Food Security Mission – Commercial crops (NFSM-
Commercial crops)
7) National Food Security Mission – Oilseeds and Oilpalm (NFSM-
Oilseeds)
8) National Food Security Mission – Seed village programme
40. National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)
 Total central share of Rs.3980.82 Cr.

 Launched in: 2014-15
 It has four subcomponents:
1. Rainfed area development
2. On farm water management
3. Soil Health Management
4. Climate change and sustainable agriculture “Monitoring, modeling and

networking”
 NMSA is envisaged as one of the eight Missions outlined under National

Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC).
 NMSA has the following schemes:
i. Rainfed Area Development (RAD)
ii. Soil Health Management (SHM)
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iii. Sub Mission on Agro Forestry (SMAF)

iv. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY)
v. Soil and Land Use Survey of India (SLUSI)
vi. National Rainfed Area Authority (NRAA)
vii. Mission Organic Value Chain Development in North Eastern
Region (MOVCDNER)
viii. National Centre of Organic Farming (NCOF)
ix. Central Fertilizer Quality Control and Training Institute
(CFQC&TI)
 Fund for Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM): Total

central share of Rs.3250 Cr.
 SMSM was launched in: 2014-15, SMAM aims to increase the reach of
farm mechanization to small and marginal farmers and to the regions
where availability of farm power is low, to promote ‘Custom Hiring
Centres’ to offset the adverse economies of scale arising due to small
landholding.
 Total central share for Integrated Scheme on Agricultural Marketing

(ISAM) is 3863.93 Cr.
 National e-Governance Plan (NeGP-A) has total central share of 211.06
crore and it Aims to bring farmer centricity & service orientation to the
programmes.
41. National Oilseeds and Oil Palm Mission

 Launched on: 2014-15
 NMOOP aims to enhance the production and productivity of Oilseeds
from an average production of 29.79 million tones and productivity
1122kg/ha during 12th plan.
 Now, the country is self-sufficient in pulses production.
 Year 2018-19 is declared as National Millet Year (Nutri-Cereals).
 2023 will be celebrated as “International Year of Millets”
 Sharing of expenditure between Central and State Government in the ratio
of

i. 60:40 for general category of states,
ii. 90:10 for North Eastern and Himalayan states.
 During 2017-18, NMOOP programme is under implementation in 28
states comprising of three Mini Missions i.e
i. MM-I (Oilseeds) in 27 states,
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ii. MM-II (Oil palm) in 13 states and

iii. MMIII (Tree Borne Oilseeds) in 10 states involving 5 Central
seed producing agencies and need based R&D through 7 R&D
institutions with Budgetary Estimate (BE) of Rs.403 crore.
 All these schemes/missions were appraised and approved independently as

separate scheme/mission. In 2017-18, it has been decided to club all these
schemes / missions under one umbrella scheme 'Green Revolution -
Krishonnati Yojana'.
42. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana:
 Government of India (GOI) has approved a new Central Sector Scheme –

Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (Scheme for Agro-Marine
Processing and Development of Agro-Processing Clusters) with an
allocation of Rs. 6,000 crore for the period 2016-20. This scheme was
launched in 2017.
 The following schemes will be implemented under PM Kisan SAMPADA
Yojana :
 Mega Food Parks
 Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure
 Creation/ Expansion of Food Processing/ Preservation
Capacities (Unit Scheme)
 Infrastructure for Agro-processing Clusters
 Creation of Backward and Forward Linkages
 Food Safety and Quality Assurance Infrastructure
 Human Resources and Institutions
 The government has allowed 100% FDI in trading including through e-

commerce with respect to food products manufactured and produced in
India.
 The Governments has created a Special Fund of Rs. 2000 crore in
NABARD to provide credit at the concessional rate of interest to
designated food parks and agro-processing units in the designated food
parks.
43. RASHTRIYA KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA (RKVY):

Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC), Ministry of Agriculture, in
consultation with the Planning Commission, launched the
RashtriyaKrishiVikasYojana (RKVY) in 2007- 2008.
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 An amount of Rs. 31730.13 crore was released for implementation of the

scheme To the States & Union Territories (UTs) during the XII Plan
period.
 An amount of Rs. 3600 crore has been allocated for implementation of the
scheme during 2018-19.
 It is to be shared between the center and States in the ratio of 60:40 (90:10
for 8 North-Eastern and 3 Himalayan States) against 100% funding by
the Central Government till the end of the financial year 2014-15.
 From 1 November, 2017 RASHTRIYA KRISHI VIKAS YOJANA was
changed to Remunerative Approaches for Agriculture and Allied
Sectors Rejuvination (RKVY-RAFTAAR) for three years. From
2017-18 to 2019-20 with financial allocation of Rs. 15722 crore.
43.1 Sub-Schemes launched under RKVY:

Some new sub- schemes launched during the current financial year, with
a total allocation of Rs. 771.53 crore in 2017-18.
1) Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI):
Initiated in 2010-11, Rs. 4130 crore had been earmarked for
implementation of this programme during the XII Plan. The allocation for
this programme during 2017-18 is Rs.450 crore. 315 crore is given for
2018-19
 It was started for Rice only however right now working for Rice
and Wheat as well.
2) Swachh Bharat: - This scheme has been initiated in 2017-18 with an
allocation of Rs. 47.50 crore for the current year for solid and liquid waste
management in agriculture and 36 crore has been given for 2018-19.
3) Crop Diversification Programme(CDP): Pursuant to an announcement in
the Union Budget for 2013-14, Rs.1080 crore had been earmarked for
implementation of the programme during the XII Plan. The allocation for this
programme during 2018-19 has fund of 19.96 crore.
4) Reclamation of Problem Soil (RPS): This programme was initiated as a
subschemeof RKVY during 2016-17 for enhancing soil fertility & productivity.
The allocation for the scheme during 2016-17 was Rs 50 crore. This programme
during 2018-19 has fund of 20 crore.
5) Foot and Mouth Disease Control Programme (FMD-CP): This
programme was initiated as a sub-scheme of RKVY during 2016-17. The
allocation for the scheme during 2016-17 was Rs.100.65 crore. The allocation for
the programme for 2017-18 is Rs. 50 crore.
6) Additional Fodder Development Programme (AFDP): This programme
was launched in 2014-15. The allocation for the programme during the XII Plan
was Rs.411.83 crore. The allocation for this programme for 2018-19 is Rs.10 crore.
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44. Gobar-DhanYojna:
 Launched in: April, 2018 (announced in the 2018-19 Budget) at
National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) Auditorium, Karnal
 Objective: It is an effort to make the villages open defecation free and
improving the lives of villagers by Galvanized Organic Bio-Agro
Resources Dhan (GOBAR-DHAN).
45. Saffron revolution:

 Launched: 2014.
 Objective: Saffron is a color of energy. Saffron revolution is related
mainly related to solar energy otherwise this focus on energy
development.
46. “Nari tu Narayani/Women”

 woman-empowering budget, it focuses on developing a women-led
economy through multiple initiatives.
 Approach shift from women-centric-policy making to women-led
initiatives and movements.
 Women SHG interest subvention program proposed to be expanded to all
districts.
 By chanting “Nari tu Narayani”, the FM introduced Rs 1 Lakh loan under
mudra scheme for women entrepreneurs and Rs. 5,000 overdraft for
every verified SHG member having a Jan Dhan account.
47. Nari Shakti Puraskar (2018) -National Award for Women

 Every Year, Ministry of Women & Child Development celebrates
International Women Day on 8th March and also conferred Nari Shakti
Puraskar.
 The Ministry of Women and Child Development reaffirm its
commitment to provide equal opportunities to Women by making them an
integral part of nation’s development journey.
 Ministry of Women and Child Development has revised the guidelines in
year 2016. Now 20 Nari Shakti Puruskars shall be conferred every year.
 The President of India confers the Nari Shakti Puraskar on the
International Women's Day, every year.
Eligibility Criteria for Nomination:

 The awards are open to all individuals and institutions.
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 In case of individual category, the awardee must be at least 25 years of

age on the last date of receipt of nomination.
 If the applicant is an institution, it should have worked in the relevant field
for at least 5 years.
 The Nari Shakti Puruskar may be awarded for outstanding work,
preferably in exceptional circumstances, to - individuals/ groups /
institutions / NGOs, etc. in the areas of: economic and social
empowerment of women; effective implementation of women related
legislations; gender mainstreaming and positive actions in favor of
women.
 An award shall also be given to a State or Union Territory, which has
appreciably improved Child Sex Ratio (CSR).
Dairy Development schemes:

The important schemes are as follow:
1. National programme for bovine breeding and dairy

development (NPBB&DD)
 Launched in Feb 2014 with budgetary provision of 1800cr during 12th
five year plan by merging four ongoing schemes namely “Integrated
Dairy Development programme”(IDDP), “strengthening infrastructure
for quality & clean milk production” (SIQ-CMP), “Assistance to
cooperatives”(A to C) , “ National project for cattle and buffalo
breeding”. NPBB&DD have two components,
a) National programme for Bovine breeding
b) National programme for dairy development: Fund-325
crore (2019-20)
 FUNDING PATTERN UNDER NPDD:-

 50% grants in aid to NDP states and for non NDP states 75% grants
to profit making milk unions with accumulated profit of more than
Rs.1 Cr in previous year,
 90% grants to loss making milk unions with accumulated profit of
less than Rs. 1cr in previous year
 90% grant to hilly & north eastern states and 50% grants for
rehabilitation of sick milk unions. The central assistance is restricted
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o Rs.15 cr per project and Rs.5 cr for rehabilitation of the milk

unions.
 Financial assistance for 2019-20: 325 crore
 The scheme “Integrated Dairy development programme in Non-
operation flood, hilly and backward areas” was started in 1993-94 with
100% grants in aid basis.
 The scheme was modified in March 2005 and renamed as “Intensive
dairy development programme”. The scheme has been subsumed under
the scheme “National programme for bovine breeding and dairy
development” launched in 2014.
 The central provides grant in aid to co-operative milk union on 50:50
sharing basis between central and the state govt.
2. Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme
 Launched on – September,2010
 Financial assistance for 2019-20: 325 crore
 This scheme is being implemented through NABARD which provides
financial assistance to commercial to commercially bankable projects
with loans from commercial, co-operatives, urban and rural banks with a
back ended capital subsidy of 25% of the project cost to the beneficiaries
of general category and 33.33% of the project cost to sc & st category.
 NDP-I is a central sector scheme of GOI being implemented by NDDB
through the network of End Implementing Agencies (EIA) for the period
of 2011-12 to 2018-19.
3. DAIRY PROCESSING & INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

FUND
 Has been set up as a corpus of Rs 8004cr with NABARD over a period of

3yrs (2017-18 to 2019-20).
 DADF, GOI has issued the administrative approval of the central sector
scheme DIDF on 21 December 2017.
 DIDF scheme will be implemented with a total investment outlay of Rs.
10,881 cr comprising Rs. 8004cr as a loan from NABARD, Rs. 2001cr as
end Borrower’s contribution, Rs.864cr as GOI’s Interest subvention and
Rs. 12crore by NDDB and National Cooperative Dairy Corporation
(NCDC).
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 An increase in per capita availability of milk from current level of 375

grams per day to 515 grams per day in 2021-22.
 To achieve the desired milk production targets, average In-milk animal
productivity would be required to grow annually at the rate of 4.7% to
6.14kgPD by 2021-22 from existing 4.65kgPD.
 National action plan for dairy development is targeted to increase
organized milk handling from 20% at present to 41% in 2021-22. The
milk handling by cooperatives has been targeted to increase from 10% to
20% and private sector from 10% to 30%.
 Under this scheme, loan assistance is provided through NABARD at the
subsidized rate of 6.5% per annum to the milk co-operative institutions.
The benefit of the scheme will be provided in 3 years (2017-18 to 2019-
20).
 India is the largest producer of milk in the world and contributes about
19% of total milk production.
4. NATIONAL LIVESTOCK MISSION:

 Mission was launched in 2014-15 with an approved outlay of Rs. 2,800
crore during XII Plan.
 Now it is subsumed under white revolution Rashtriya Pashudhan Vikas
Yojna from 2018-19 with 380 crore outlay.
 Following four Sub- Missions: -
i. Sub-Mission on Livestock Development
ii. Sub-Mission on Pig Development in North-eastern Region
iii. Sub-Mission on Fodder and Feed Development
iv. Sub-Mission on Skill Development, Technology Transfer and
Extension.
Following are the main activities under the above four sub Mission of NLM:-
1. Sub-Mission on Livestock Development: Risk Management and
Insurance:-
 The 'Risk Management & Insurance' as component of sub-mission
on livestock development of NLM is being implemented in all the
Districts of the Country from 21.05.2014.
 Benefit of subsidy is to be restricted to 5 animals per beneficiary
per household for all animals except sheep, goat, pig and rabbit.
 An amount of Rs. 19.11crore has been released to States/UTs and
5.00 lakh animals have been insured during 2017-18 up to
December, 2017.
 Following components related to Poultry are covered under NLM:
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 Modernization and Development of Breeding Infrastructure Central

Farms: Central Poultry Development Organizations:
 CPDO & Training Institute Hessarghatta, Karnataka.
 The Central Poultry Performance Testing Center (CPPTC),
Gurgaon
Central Farm: Central Sheep Breeding Farm, Hisar (Haryana):-

 The farm was established in 1968-70.
DAIRY DEVELOPMENT: RASHTRIYA GOKUL MISSION AND
NATIONAL MISSION ON BOVINE PRODUCTIVITY:
 Rashtriya gokul mission was launched in 2014-15 with the allocation of
500 crore from 2014-15 to 2016-17
 In June 2017 the National Gopal Ratna and National Kamdhenu
Awards has been initiated and 10 farmers were given National Gopal
Ratna award and 12 Institutes were given National Kamdhenu Award.
National Mission on Bovine Productivity

 National Mission on Bovine Productivity scheme started in 2016-17 for
a period of 3 years with a financial allocation of Rs. 825 crore.
 The scheme has been currently subsumed under the umbrella scheme
Rashtriya Gokul Mission. The scheme aims towards faster genetic
improvement of Bovines for Milk Production in the country by use of
Advanced Breeding Techniques. The components of the schemes are as
under:
 PashuSanjivni: Under the component 9 crore milch animals will be
identified and Helath Card (Nakul Swasthya Patra) is being issued with
an effort towards ensuring good health of Bovines.
 Implementation of Advanced Breeding Techniques through establishment
of Embryo Transfer Technology Laboratories in the country.
 Sex sorted semen production in 10 Semen Station in the country is being
established for which Global EOI has been floated and proposals from 2
semen station are under active consideration by the department.
 Establishment of E-Pashuhaat portal (Launched on 26 November,
2016) for connecting the best breeders for the Indigenous Bovine Breeds
and creation of e-market for Bovine Germplasm
 Semen production in 10 Semen Station in the country is being established.
 Gopal ratna for best dairy development has been given to Punjab for year
2018
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 20 gokul gram has been established till now 13 state with an outlay of
197.67 crore.
Rashtriya Gokul Mission:

 Launched: December 2014
 Ministry/Department: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare.
 Aim is conservation and development of indigenous breeds in a focused
and scientific manner.
 It is a project under National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy
Development.
 Rashtriya Gokul Mission is being implemented through “State
Implementing Agencies (SIA) viz Livestock Development Boards.
 Rashtriya Gokul Mission is being implemented through “State
Implementing Agencies (SIA) viz Livestock Development Boards.
 Scheme is implemented on 100% grant-in-aid basis and throughout the
country.
 It includes: Establishment of Integrated Indigenous cattle centres “Gokul
Gram”.
 Establishment of Breeder’s societies “Gopalan Sangh”.
 Award to Farmers “Gopal Ratna” and Breeders’ societies
“Kamadhenu”.
 Assistance to institution which are repositories of best germplasm.
WELFARE OF FISHERMEN
 The Annual Insurance premium for fisher folk was Rs. 29.00 which is
brought down to Rs. 20.34. Further the Insurance premium has been fixed
to Rs. 12 after integration with PRADHAN MANTRI SURAKSHA
BIMA YOJANA
 Insurance cover increased to Rs. 2.00 lakh from Rs. 1.00 lakh for
accidental death and permanent disability.
 Budget 2018 has set aside Rs.7,522 crore for setting up of a dedicated
Fisheries and Aquaculture Infrastructure Development Fund (FIDF).
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Important MCQs from important schemes
1. Under animal husbandry, allocation for Rashtriya Gokul Mission has

been increased to _______crore in 2018–19.
a. 100 b. 350 c. 450 d. 650 e. 750
2. Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana, a national mission on financial

inclusion in India, launched in which year?
a. 2013 b. 2014 c. 2015 d. 2016 e. 2017
3. What is the funding given to Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA

Yojana for the period of 2016-20 ?
a. 1234 Crore b. 2000 Crore c. 6000 Crore d. 200 Crore
e. 100 Crore
4. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) was launched in April 2015.

What is the total outlay for the three years?
a. 1234 Crore b. 2000 Crore c. 412 Crore d. 200 Crore e. 100 Crore
5. In National Oilseeds and Oil Palm Mission Sharing of expenditure

between Central and State Government for general states
a. 40: 60 b. 90:10 c. 60:40 d. 100 % Central Government e. None
of these
6. Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (Scheme for Agro-Marine Processing and

Development of Agro-Processing Clusters) with an allocation of Rs. 6,000
crores. This scheme was launched in which year?
a. 2014 b. 2015 c. 2016 d. 2017 e. 2018
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7. NATIONAL SEED CORPORATION was established in which year?

a. February 1963 b. March 1963 c. July 1963 d. Feb 1968 e.
March 1968
8. 'Nal se Jal' scheme, water and sanitation sector is likely to attract

investment worth Rs 6.3 lakh crore in the next five years. This scheme was
launched on?
a. 2015 b. 2016 c. 2017 d. 2018 e. 2019
9. Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries (Blue Revolution)

is the name of an integrated / umbrella scheme covering all existing schemes
related to fisheries. This scheme was approved by Union Cabinet in
December 2015 and the total outlay is of Rs. 3000 Crore for how many year?
a. One year b. Two year c. Three year d. Four year e. Five Year
10. National Seed Research and Training Centre (NSRTC) is the apex center
in India to maintain uniformity in seed testing results at national level.
NSRTC is situated in
a. Bengaluru b. Bhopal c. Maharashtra d. Varanasi e. Karnataka
11. Who is the present union minister Chemicals and Fertilizers?

a. Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat b. Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani
c. Shri Ramvilas Paswan d. Shri D.V. Sadananda Gowda
e. Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari
12. Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) launched in 2015 aims to

provide loans up to ______ to the non-corporate, non-farm small/micro
enterprises.
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a. 2.5 lakh b. 5 Lakh c. 7 Lakh d. Up to 10 lakh e. None

of these
13. Under organic farming what is the capital subsidy for bio-fertilizer &
bio-pesticides unit?
a. 25% b. 33% c. 50% d. 75% e. 100%
14. The first time in the country, 2 National Kamdhenu Breeding Centers
are being set up for the overall development of indigenous livestock breeds
and conservation and upgradation of native breeds. These centers will be
establishing at
a. Hariyana & MP b. UP & MP c. UP & Punjab d. MP & AP e.
Rajasthan & AP
15. What is the assistance cost of reclamation of acidic soils under RKVY?
a. 60000 Rs./ha b. 40000 Rs./ha. c. 30000 Rs./ha.
d. 20000 Rs./ha. e. 15000 Rs. /ha.
16. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana is launched in 2017 with an

allocation of rs 6000 crore for the period 2016-2020 . This scheme is
implemented by which ministry?
a. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare
b. Ministry of Food Processing Industries
c. Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
d. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
e. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
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17. National programme for bovine breeding and dairy development launched
in-
a. September 2010 b. August 2017 c. February 2014 d. February 2010
e. September 2010
18. Under the mega food park scheme what is pattern of financial assistance
for NE region and difficult areas?
a. 75 % , 50 crore b. 80% , 50 crore c. 90 % , 75 crore
d. 50 % , 50 crore e. 100 % , 75 crore
19. In which year ‘’Krishi karman award” were instituted by the ministry of
agriculture and farmer welfare ?
a. 2005-06 b. 2008-09 c. 2015-16 d. 2010-11 e. 2000-01
20. National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NMAET)

was launched on –
a. 2010-11 b. 2016-17 c. 2014-15 d. 2008-09 e. 2006-07
21. Under soil health card scheme soil is tested in 12 parameters, which of
the following nutrient is not considered in 12 parameters ?
a. Fe b. Mn c. Zn d. Ca e. B
22. Under the mega food park scheme India’s first mega food park named
srini mega food park located in which state?
a. Maharashtra b. Andhra Pradesh c. Punjab
d. Uttar Pradesh e. Haryana
23. Under the kisan credit card scheme what is the loan limit for fisheries
and animal husbandry farmers for interest subvention?
a. 3 lakh b. 5 lakh c. 2 lakh d. 1 lakh e. 2.5 lakh
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24. In which year NABARD mandated for encouraging cooperative bank

and regional rural banks across the country to issue Rupay KCC card ?
a. 2015 b. 2013 c. 2017 d. 2018 e. 2009
25. Paramparagat Krishi vikas yojna ( PKVY ) was launched in April 2015
,which of the state has first rank (area wise) in organic certification ?
a. Maharashtra b. Andhra Pradesh c. Sikkim
d. Madhya Pradesh e. Himachal Pradesh
26. A central sector scheme ‘’mission organic value chain development for
north eastern region ‘’ (movcdner) was launched in which year?
a. 2015 b. 2016 c. 2010 d. 2012 e. 2017
27. National agriculture market scheme launched on 14 April 2016, this

scheme is implemented by –
a. Department of agriculture & cooperation b. SFAC
c. Ministry of commerce and industry
d. Both a and b e. All of the above
28. In which of the following state e-NAM scheme is not implemented so far ?
a. UP b. West Bengal c. Uttarakhand d. Himachal Pradesh d.
Karnatka
29. what is total investment outlay of dairy processing and infrastructure

development fund for the period of 2017-18 to 2019-20?
a. 8004 crore b. 10881 crore c. 2001 crore d. 6000 crore e. 2430
crore
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30. What is the total budget allocation for National Livestock Mission
Scheme for the year 2019-20 with new component, Entrepreneurship
Development & Employment Generation (EDEG)?
a. 500 crore b. 159.99 crore c. 199.89 crore d. 269 crore e. 321
crore
1. E 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. C 6. D 7. B 8. E 9. E 10. D
11. D 12. D 13. A 14. D 15. E 16. B 17. C 18. A 19. D 20. C
21. D 22. B 23. C 24. B 25. D 26. B 27. D 28. D 29. B 30. C
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Some Important Organizations:

National and international organization:
1.ICAR:
Established: 16 July 1929
16 July is also known as ICAR day.
Headquarter: New Delhi
ICAR Human Resources:
 State Agricultural Universities (71 SAUs)
 Deemed-to-be-Universities (4DUs):
IARI - Indian Agricultural Research Institute New Delhi

NDRI - National Dairy Research Institute Karnal, Haryana
IVRI - Indian Veterinary Research Institute Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh
CIFE - Central Institute on Fisheries Mumbai, Maharashtra

Education
Central Universities (4 CUs) with Agricultural faculties:
Banaras Hindu University Varanasi, U.P.
Aligarh Muslim University Aligarh, U.P.

Vishwa Bharti Shantiniketan, West Bengal
Nagaland University Mediziphema, Nagaland
Central Agricultural Universities (3 CAUs):
Central Agricultural Manipur

University
Rani Laxmi Bai Central Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh
Agricultural University
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Pusa (Samastipur)
Agricultural University
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ICAR awards:
1.Sardar Patel Outstanding Award is given to recognized outstanding

ICAR Institution Award 2018 performance by the ICAR institutes, DUs
of ICAR, CAU and State Agricultural
Universities, three Awards of ₹ 10.00 lakh
each
2. Chaudhary Devi Lal In order to recognize outstanding
Outstanding All India performance of the AICRP
Coordinated Research Project  one annual award of ₹ 3.00 lakh (₹2.00
Award 2018 lakh for the main coordinating unit and ₹
1.00 lakh for the best coordinating centre)
3. Pandit DeenDayal  This award has been instituted to promote
Upadhyay Krishi Vigyan healthy competition among Krishi Vigyan
Protshahan Kendras (KVKs)
Puraskar(National& Zonal) Prize money for national level of ₹25.0
2018 lakhs (₹20.00 lakhs for infrastructural
development +₹1.0 lakhs for sharing among
staff +₹4.0 lakh for training of KVK staff).
At zonal level there are a total of eleven
awards: one for each zone of KVKs. Each
award consists of ₹2.25 lakh (₹1.50 lakh for
purchase of office/farm equipment +₹0.75
lakh for training of KVK staff).
4.Atal Bihari Vajpayee ICAR  To find a solution for any immediate or

Challenge Award 2018 long-standing problem, or limitation in
agriculture
 The award carries a cash prize of ₹10.00
lakh
5. Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Award  This award is to be given to agricultural
for Outstanding Research in scientists for outstanding contribution in
Agricultural Sciences 2018 specified areas.
 A total of four awards are provided under
the award. Each award carries a cash prize
of ₹ 5.00 lakh in addition to the citation.
6. Jawaharlal Nehru Award  In order to promote high quality doctoral
for P.G. Outstanding Doctoral thesis research in priority/frontier areas of
Thesis Research in agriculture and allied sciences
Agricultural and Allied  ICAR has instituted 18 awards of
Sciences 2018 ₹50,000/-in cash
7.Panjabrao Deshmukh  All women scientists engaged in research
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Outstanding Woman Scientist in agricultural and allied subjects /extension

Award 2018 in a recognized institution are eligible for this
award.
 The award consists of ₹1.00 lakh in cash
and citation along with provision of equal
amount of ₹1.00 lakh for motivating woman
scientists
8.Vasantrao Naik Award for  In order to promote outstanding research
Outstanding Research and application in priority aspects of dry land
Application in Dry Land farming systems & water conservation
Farming Systems 2018  An Annual Award of ₹1.00 lakh is to be
awarded to an outstanding scientistor
extension worker.
9. Bharat Ratna Dr C.  In order to provide recognition to
Subramaniam Award for outstanding teachers and to promote
Outstanding Teachers 2018 quality teaching in the field of Agriculture
 Each award consists of ₹1.00 lakh in cash
+ travel grant of ₹1.00 lakh to promote
innovation in teaching.
10. Lal Bahadur Shastri  In order to recognize the talented young
Outstanding Young Scientist scientists who have shown extraordinary
Award 2018 originality and dedication in their research
programmes, four individual awards are to
be given annually.
 An individual award of ₹1.00 lakh in
cash and a citation and a challenge project
for three years with budgetary provision
of₹10.00 lakh per year+ ₹ 5.00 lakh for
foreign training (upto 3 months), if deemed
necessary by the ICAR.
11. Swami Sahajan and  The award is exclusively meant for
Saraswati Outstanding individual extension scientist/teacher for
Extension Scientist Award excellence in agricultural extension
2018 methodology and education work. Two
individual awards have been provided.
 An individual award would consist of
₹1.00 lakh in cash and a citation.
12. NASI-ICAR Award for  In order to reduce drudgery of farm
Innovation and Research on women by development of farm implements
Farm Implements -2018 and to encourage researchers and innovators
to develop farm implements for farm women
 The award consists of ₹1.00 lakh in cash,
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citation and certificate.

13.Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed  The award is primarily meant for any
Award for Outstanding person or team (with two or three
Research in Tribal Farming associates, if any) engaged in applied
Systems 2018 research
Two awards each with the value of ₹1.00
lakh in cash and citation + provision of equal
amount for study on related subject
14. Dr Rajendra Prasad  To recognize to authors of original Hindi
Puruskar for technical books Technical books in agriculture
in Hindi in Agricultural and  An individual award consists of ₹1.00
Allied Sciences 2018 lakh in cash and a citation.
15. Hari Om Ashram Trust To recognize the outstanding research on
Award for the biennium 2016- long term problem in agricultural and allied
2017 sciences, four individual awards have been
instituted.
Each individual award carries a cash prize
of ₹1.00 lakh in addition to a citation.
16. Nanaji Deshmukh ICAR To encourage and promote research
Award for Outstanding work
Interdisciplinary Team Each award would be of ₹5,00,000/-
Research in Agricultural and (Rupees Five Lakhs only). (For team of
Allied Sciences 2018 scientist)
17. Chaudhary Charan Singh Six annual awards carrying cash award
Award for Excellence in of₹1,00,000/- (One Lakh only) and a
Journalism in Agricultural certificate are to be given to journalists for
Research and Development Print Media
2017
18. Jagjivan Ram Abhinav  In order to recognize the outstanding
KisanPuruskar /Jagjivan contributions of innovative farmers
Ram Innovative Farmer One annual national award of ₹ 1.00
Award (National/Zonal) 2018 lakh on national level and Eleven annual
awards of ₹ 0.50 lakh each on zonal level
19. N.G. Ranga Farmer  In order to recognize outstanding
Award for Diversified contribution of innovative farmers for
Agriculture 2018 diversified agriculture
One annual award of ₹ 1.00 lakh in any
of the areas of Diversified Agriculture is
given by ICAR.
20.Pandit DeenDayal In order to recognize the contributions of
Upadhyay Antyodaya Krishi marginal, small and landless farmers for
Puruskar 2018(National & developing sustainable integrated models of
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Zonal) farming
Prize money for national level: 1 Lakh
Zonal level: 11 awards of 50,000 each.
21. Haldhar Organic Farmer  In order to recognize outstanding

Award, 2018 contribution of organic farmers, ICAR has
instituted an award
The award consists of ₹1,00,000/- (Rupees
One Lakh only).
Minimum 5 years certified experience
required.
 Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Chinyalisaur of Uttarkashi district was awarded

the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Krishi Vigyan Protsahan Puraskar for
outstanding work in promoting agriculture in science and technology.
ICAR initiative for improvement of Agriculture
 The ICAR has supplemented the Government’s "Soil Health Card" initiative and
has developed a mini Lab "Mridaparikshak" for soil testing.
 “Mera Gaon – Mera Gaurav” have helped connect farmers with scientists to
provide agriculture related advice and information.
 60 agricultural universities have been accredited by the National Agricultural
Education Accreditation Board (NAEAB). Ranking of 57 Agricultural
Universities has been done in an effort to improve their status in the World
University Rankings.
 The amount of National Talent scholarship for UG and PG students has been
increased to Rs.3000 and Rs. 5000 per month respectively.
 Livestock Disease Forewarning –Mobile Application (LDF-Mobile App),
developed by ICAR-National Institute of Veterinary Epidemiology and Disease
Informatics (ICAR-NIVEDI), Bengaluru.
 Farmer FIRST: It is an ICAR initiative to enhance farmers-scientists contact with
multi stake holders-participation.
 The ICAR observed the year 2016 as the International Year of Pulses as declared
by the United Nations. To this effect, we established 150 seed hubs for pulses to
help increase the availability of quality seeds.
 ICAR launched a new initiative “Pandit DeenDayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi
Shiksha Yojana” for training of farmers in organic farming and sustainable
farming.
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 ICAR launched the Agricultural Education Portal for Centralised uniform solution
called- EKTA portal (Ekikrit Krishi Shiksha TankiAyaam)
 ICAR has recently launched Rs 1100 crore ambitious National Agricultural
Higher Education Project (NAHEP) to attract talent and strengthen higher
agricultural education in the country.
 This project will be funded by the World Bank and the Indian Government on a
50:50 basis.
 In order to promote the participation of students in agricultural business, Student
READY (Rural Entrepreneurship Awareness Development Yojana) scheme
is being run, under which practical experience of agriculture and entrepreneurship
is provided to undergraduate students.
Publication of ICAR
English
1. Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences (Monthly)
2. Indian Journal of Animal Sciences (Monthly)
3. Indian Farming (Monthly)
4. Indian Horticulture (Bi Monthly)
5. ICAR News (Quarterly)
6. ICAR Reporter (Quarterly)
7. ARIS (Quarterly)
Hindi
1. Kheti(Monthly)
2. Phal Phool(Bi Monthly)
3. Krishi Chayanika
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Other Agriculture research centers in India:
1. Indian Institute of SugarcaneResearch -- Lucknow

2. Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science (IACS) --Kolkata
3. Rubber Board --Kottyam
4. Spice Board – Kochin, Kerala
5. Indian Institute of Wheat & Barley Research -- Karnal
6. National Institute of Nutrition(NIN) --Hyderabad
7. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) –New Delhi
8. Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture(CRIDA) --Hyderabad
9. Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited --Ranchi
10. Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants --Lucknow
11. Central Food Technological Research Institute --Mysore
12. Central Glass and Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI) --Kolkata
13. Central Institute of Fisheries Education --Mumbai
14. Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical and EngineeringTraining —Kochi,
Kerala
Revised names of ICAR institutes:
1. Central Agricultural Research Institute (CARI), Andaman and Nicobar Islands

New Name: Central Island Agricultural Research Institute(CIARI)
2. Directorate of Maize Research (DMR), Pusa, New Delhi
New Name: Indian Institute of Maize Research (IIMR),Ludhiana (Shifted to
Ludhiana in 13 November, 2014)
(It was located at New Delhi but now shifted to PAU campus, Ludhiana)
3. Directorate of Rice Research (DRR), Rajendranagar, Hyderabad
New Name: Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR)
4. Directorate of Wheat Research (DWR), Karnal, Haryana
New Name: Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research(LWBR)
5. Directorate of Water Management, Bhubaneswar
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New Name: Indian Institute of Water Management (IIWM)

6. Directorate of Research on Women in Agriculture, Bhubaneswar
New Name: Central Institute for Women in Agriculture (CIWA)
7. Directorate of Oil Palm Research (DOPR), Pedavegi, WestGodavari, Andhra
Pradesh
New Name: Indian Institute of Oil Palm Research
8. Directorate of Ollseeds Research (DOR) Rajendranagar,Hyderabad
New Name: Indian Institute of Oilseeds Research (IIOR)
9. Directorate of Sorghum Research (DSR), Rajendranagar,Hyderabad
New Name: Indian Institute of Millets Research (IIMR)
10. Central soil and water conservation research and training institute, Dehradun
New Name: ICAR- Indian Institute of soil and water conservation (ICAR-
IISWC)
11. National Research Centre for Citrus (NRCC), Nagpur
New Name: Central Citrus Research Institute (CCRI)
12. ICAR Research Complex for Goa, Goa
New Name: Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute(CCARI)
13. ICAR-Project Directorate for Farming Systems Research (ICARPDFSR),
Meerut, UP
New Name: Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research
List of important organization with their brief detail:
Abbreviation Full title, and main objective Date founded

& headquarter
ICRISAT International Crops Research Institute 1972
for the Semi-Arid Tropics Hyderabad
Objective: Crop improvement and (India)
cropping systems, focusing on
sorghum, millets, chick-pea, pigeon
pea and groundnut
FAO Head: José Graziano da Silva Founded: 16
Objective: international efforts to October 1945
defeat hunger. Rome, Italy
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CGIAR The Consultative Group on 1970

International Agricultural Research
Objective: To coordinate international France
agricultural research efforts aimed at
reducing poverty and achieving food
security in developing countries.
IFPRI International Food Policy Research 1975
Institute Washington
D.C. (USA)
Objective: Strategies and policies to
meet world food needs, emphasizing
policy analysis
IRRI International Rice Research Institute 1960
Los Baños (the
Objective: Global rice improvement Philippines)
IITA International Institute of Tropical 1967
Agriculture Ibadan (Nigeria)
Objective: Crop improvement in

humid and semi-humid tropics, land
management and farming systems,
focusing on maize, cassava, cowpea,
plantain, soybean and yams
IIMI International Irrigation Management 1985
Institute Colombo (Sri
Objective: Research on water Lanka)
management in agriculture, irrigation,
groundwater, river basins, wetlands,
ecosystems, food security, wastewater
and climate change
Objective: Research and information
dissemination on improved irrigation
management and irrigation systems
NBPGR National Bureau of Plant Genetic 1976
Resources New Delhi
Objective: undertakes research and

coordinates activities in germplasm
collection; introduction and exchange
of seeds and plant materials
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IARI  Indian Agricultural Research 1 April, 1905

Institute
 Objective: premier agricultural New Delhi
institution engaged in basic and
applied research in crops,
postgraduate education and
training and extension education.
Director: A K Singh
 Deemed status in 1958
NRRI National Rice Research Institute 1946
Objective: Basic and applied research
in all disciplines of rice culture Cuttack, Odisha
CTRI Central Tobacco Research Institute 1947
Rajahmundry,
Objective: varietals improvement of Andhra Pradesh
tobacco
SBI Sugarcane Breeding Institute 1912
Objective: evaluating important Coimbatore

sugarcane varieties for different agro-
climatic regions in the country
IISR Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research 1952
Objective: standardize the sugarcane Lucknow, Uttar
production and protection technologies Pradesh
CICR Central Institute of Cotton Research 1976
Objective: basic and applied research Nagpur,
to improve cotton production. Maharashtra
IIHR Indian Institute of Horticultural 1967
Research Bangalore,
Objective: conduct cytogenetical Karnataka
studies to improve horticultural crops
CPRI Central Potato Research Institute 1949
Objective: conduct and coordinate Shimla,
potato research in India Himachal
CTRI Central Tuber Crops Research Institute 1963
Objective: conducts and coordinates Trivandrum,
research on all tropical tuber crops Kerala
other than potato viz. cassava, sweet
potato, amorphophallus, aroids, yams,
arrowroot, etc.
CAZRI Central Arid Zone Research Institute 1952
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Objective: mandate to evolve location Jodhpur,

specific technologies for optimizing Rajasthan
production of arid lands based on
ecological principles by judicious
utilization of natural resources
CRIDA Central Research Institute for Dryland 1985
Agriculture Hyderabad,
Objective: mandate to carry out basic Andhra Pradesh
research in conservation, management
and utilization of natural resources in
dryland ecosystem
CIAE Central Institute of Agricultural 1976
Engineering Bhopal, Madhya
Objective: mandate for research and Pradesh
development of improved farm
equipment related to crop production
and postharvest technology
CIPHET Central Institute of Post-Harvest 1989
Engineering and Technology Ludhiana,
undertakes research on various aspects Punjab
of postharvest technology related to
agricultural produce.
IVRI Indian Veterinary Research Institute 1889
Objective: to conduct basic and Izatnagar, Uttar
applied research on all aspects of Pradesh
livestock health, production, and
nutrition
NDRI National Dairy Research Institute 1923(Imperial
Objective: to meet the manpower Institute of
needs for research, teaching, and dairy Animal
development through undergraduate Husbandry and
and postgraduate instructional Dairying)
programmes; study of dairy National Dairy
production, milk and milk processing, Research
dairy economics and management; and Institute after
conduct of transfer of technology independence in
programmes. 1947
Karnal, Haryana
CSWRI Central Sheep and Wool Research 1962
Institute Avikanagar,
Objective: to improve productivity of Rajasthan
indigenous breeds of sheep through
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selection or cross breeding

CMFRI Central Marine Fisheries Research 1947
Institute Cochin
Objective: conducts research for
assessing and monitoring exploitable
marine fishery resources for rational
exploitation and conservation.
CIFE Central Institute of Fisheries 1961
Education Bombay
Objective: Deemed University
CIFT Central Institute of Fisheries formed in 1954
Technology and started
Objective: conducts research for the functioning in
improvement of indigenous crafts and 1957
gears, and develops suitable designs Cochin
for them; develops technologies for
handling, processing, preservation,
product development, quality control,
packaging and transportation of fish
and fishery products; and conducts
transfer of technology and training
programmes in fishery technology
IASRI Indian Agricultural Statistics Research became a
Institute Statistical
Objective: conducts research in Branch in 1945
experimental design, surveys, New Delhi
statistical genetics, computer and data
processing; imparts postgraduate
courses for training professional
statisticians; and provides advisory
and consultancy services to
agricultural scientists in the country
NRCs National Research Centres Pan India
SAUs State agriculture universities Pan India

Objective: To regulate under graduate
and post graduate program in
agriculture
NDDB National Dairy Development Board 1965
Objective: Quality Assurance, Anand, Gujarat
Productivity Enhancement, Institution
Building and National Information
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NABARD National bank for agricultural and 12 July 1982

rural development
Objective: “Matters concerning Mumbai
policy, planning and operations in the
filed of credit for agriculture and other
economic activities in rural areas in
India”
Chairman: Harsh Kumar Bhanwala
RRBs Regional rural banks Regional Rural
Objective: to provide sufficient Banks were
banking and credit facility for established
agriculture and other rural sectors. under the
provisions of an
Ordinance
passed on
September 1975
and the RRB
Act. 1976
Institutions in Agriculture their location and establishment

year:
Institution Location Establishment
Year
National Rice Research Cuttack 23 April 1946
Institute
Indian Institute of Rice Hyderabad 1965
Research
Indian Institute of Pulses Kanpur 1966, Shifted to
Research Kanpur in 1978
Central Tobacco Research Rajahmundry 1947
Institute
Indian Institute of Vegetable Varanasi 1971
Research
Indian Institute of Sugarcane Lucknow 1952
Research
Sugarcane Breeding research Coimbatore 1912
Institute
Sugarcane breeding institute Karnal 1932
Central Institute of Cotton Nagpur 1976
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Year
Research
Central Research Institute for Barrackpore 1953
Jute and Allied Fibres
National Institute of Research Kolkata 1939
on Jute & Allied Fibre
Technology
Indian Grassland and Fodder Jhansi 1962
Research Institute
Indian Institute of Bangalore 1967
Horticultural Research
Central Institute of Sub Lucknow Upgraded to a
Tropical Horticulture full-fledged
(Started as Central Mango Institute in 1984,
Research Station in 1972) renamed as
CISH in 1995
Central Institute of Temperate Srinagar 1994
Horticulture
Central Institute of Arid Bikaner 1994
Horticulture
Central Potato Research Shimla 1949
Institute
Central Tuber Crops Research Trivandrum 1963
Institute
Central Plantation Crops Kasargod, Kerala 1974
Research Institute
Central Agricultural Research Port Blair, Andaman 1978
Institute and Nicobar Islands
Indian Institute of Spices Calicut 1975
Research
Indian Institute of Natural Ranchi 1924
Resins and Gums
Central Soil and Water Dehradun 1974
Conservation Research &
Training Institute
Indian Institute of Soil Sciences Bhopal 1988
Central Soil Salinity Research Karnal 1969
Institute
ICAR Research Complex for Patna 2001
Eastern Region
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Year
Central Research Institute of Hyderabad 1985
Dryland Agriculture
Central Institute of Fisheries Cochin 1957
Technology
Central Arid Zone Research Jodhpur Upgraded to
Institute Central Arid Zone
Research Institute
(CAZRI) in 1959
ICAR Research Complex Goa 1976
ICAR Research Complex for Barapani, 1975
NEH Region Meghalaya
National Institute of Abiotic Malegaon, 2009
Stress Management Baramati
Maharashtra
Central Institute of Bhopal 1976
Agricultural Engineering
Central Institute on Post Ludhiana 1989
harvest Engineering and
Technology
Central Institute of Research Mumbai 1924
on Cotton Technology
Indian Agricultural Statistical New Delhi 1930
Research Institute
Central Sheep and Wool Avikanagar, 1962
Research Institute Rajasthan
Central Institute for Research Makhdoom, 1979
on Goats Mathura
Central Institute for Research Hissar 1985
on Buffaloes
National Institute of Animal Bangalore 1995
Nutrition and Physiology
Central Avian Research Izatnagar 1979
Institute
Central Marine Fisheries Kochi 1947
Research Institute
Central Institute Brackish Chennai 1987
water Aquaculture
Central Inland Fisheries Barrackpore 1947
Research Institute
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Seed
 Department has issued Cotton Seed Price Control Order, 2015. As per
decision of Union Cabinet, South Asia Centre of International Rice
Research Institute has been established in the campus of National Seed
Research and Training Centre, Varanasi (UP).
 In order to bring the transparency in import and export of tissue
culture, seeds and plantation material, online portal
(http//seedexim.gov.in) has been launched in April 2018.
NATIONAL SEED CORPORATION (NSC)
 Established on: March 1963
 During the Year 2016-17 Corporation has contributed the dividend of Rs.
12.03 crore to the Government of India.
 Validity Period of the seed Certificate:
 The validity period shall be nine months from the date of test at the time
of initial certification.
PROTECTION OF PLANT VARIETIES &

FARMERS RIGHTS AUTHORITY (PPV&FRA)
 PPV&FRA started in 2001 (Act)
 The annual fee for the registration of farmers varieties has been reduced
from Rs. 2000 per year to Rs. 10 only during 2015. Renewal fees of
farmers has reduced from Rs. 45,000 to zero.
 The amount of cash reward for Plant Genome Saviour Farmers Award has
been enhanced from Rs. 1.00 lakh to Rs. 1.50 lakh each and the amount
of award for Plant Genome Saviour Farmers Recognition has been
enhanced from zero to Rs. 1.00 lakh each during 2015.
International Seed Testing Association

 ITSA was founded in the year 1924 with the aim to develop and publish
standard procedures in the field of seed testing.
 The headquarters of the Association is located in Switzerland.
 National Seed Research and Training Centre (NSRTC), Varanasi is the
apex centre in India to maintain uniformity in seed testing results at national
level.
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COCONUT DEVELOPMENT BOARD (CDB)

 Coconut Development Board Kochi, (CDB) is a statutory body established
by Govt. of India by an Act of Parliament (Coconut Development Board Act
1979) and came in to existence in January 1981,
 Functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Agriculture and
Farmers Welfare, Government of India, with its Headquarters at Kochi in
Kerala
 A Market Development cum Information Centre has established in Delhi.
Replanting and Rejuvenation of Coconut Gardens
 A subsidy @Rs.500 per palm for first 20 palm, and Rs. 250 per palm for
subsequently removed palms subject to a maximum of Rs.13000/ha is
provided for cutting and removal of old, senile, unproductive and disease
advanced palms.
 For adoption of Integrated management practices a subsidy of
Rs.15000/ha. and it will be provided in two equal installments.
 Assistance for replanting: For replanting, a subsidy of Rs.40/- per
seedling subject to a maximum of Rs 4,000/ha is extended.
 During 2017-18, it is proposed to implement the scheme in a total area of
10240 ha, with a financial allocation of Rs. 5326.53 lakh.
 Eligiblity for availing assistance: Under this component is maximum 4
ha./beneficiary.
Coconut Palm Insurance Scheme (CPIS)

 Palms in the age group from 4 years to 60 years (Dwarf and hybrids) and
7 to 60 years for tall palms are eligible to get insurance coverage
 50% of the premium is borne by the Board and balance is shared between
the concerned State Govt. and Farmers @ 25% each. The premium for the
category of palms belonging to the age group of 4-15 is Rs. 9 per palm
and that for 16-60 year age group is Rs. 14 per palm.
 The insured amount for the corresponding categories is Rs. 900 per palm
and Rs. 1750 per palm.
 An amount of Rs. 40 lakh is earmarked under the scheme for the year
2017-18.
 If state does not agree to bear 25% share of premium it will be born by the
farmer.
Kera Suraksha’ Insurance Scheme for Coconut Tree Climbers (CTC)

 The ‘Kera Suraksha’ Insurance Scheme provides insurance coverage to
the coconut tree climbers @ Rs.2 lakh against 24 hours. The annual
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premium of the policy is only Rs. 112.10 of which Rs. 84 is borne by the
Board and Rs. 28 is contributed by the CTC.
 An amount of Rs. 8 lakh is allocated under the scheme for the year 2017-
18
 It was started from 1 October 2014
 Eligibility is 18 to 65 years.
Poly Houses:
 Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), a centrally
sponsored scheme is implemented for the holistic development of
horticulture sector in the country covering fruits, vegetables, root and tuber
crops, mushrooms, spices, flowers, aromatic plants, coconut, cashew,
cocoa and bamboo through various interventions.
 Under MIDH, assistance is provided for protected cultivation through
Green House structures/poly houses.
 For Fan & Pad and Naturally ventilated system Green House (Tubular
structure), assistance is provided @ 50% of cost for a maximum area of
4000 sq. mtrs. per beneficiary.
 For wooden and bamboo structure green house, assistance is provided
@50% of cost limited to 20 units per beneficiary and each unit not
exceeding 200 sq. m. Assistance for protected cultivation is also being
provided under Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY) and National
Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA).
 Under the Human Resource Development (HRD) programme of MIDH,
training of farmers, entrepreneurs, field level workers and officials is
envisaged, including for poly-houses.
 Further, 22 Precision Farming Development Centres (PFDCs) have been
established in the country to standardize precision farming, promote use
of various plasticulture technologies and to provide training & awareness
programmes.
 Farmers are also provided technical literature and information about
financial assistance under the scheme in local languages.
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs):

 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) are the most appropriate
institutional form for a prosperous and sustainable agriculture sector
 The 100 % tax deduction for FPOs with annual turnover with Rs 100
crore will boost OPERATION GREEN and SAMPADA.
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 Agri-exports: India is the 4th-largest agri-export country that

constitutes around 12.08 per cent (FY 2016- 17) of the country's exports.
 Subsidy on food, fertilizer and kitchen fuel has been increased by 15
%to Rs 2.64 lakh crores up from Rs 2.29 lakh crores revised estimate in
the current fiscal.
 The refreshed version of KUSUM (KisanUrja Suraksha
evamUtthanMahabhiyan) will aid solar power generation capacity of
28,250 MW over the next ten years.
 Skill development and employment for rural youth:About 33 lakh
MahilaKisans were covered under Mahila Kisan Sashatikaran
Pariyojana (MKSP).
 Durable assets such as roads, food storage godowns, land development,
vermicompost, gramin house, animal husbandry shelter etc. are being
created under MANREGA.
 Rs 55000 crore has been allocated and 230 crore person days of
employment is proposed to create.
 Under the Mega Food Park Scheme, 42 Parks proposed during which
aims to provide direct and indirect employment to 95000 persons in
2017-18 and 2018-19. Right now India has 17 operational mega food park.
 32 lakh women farmers- sustainable agriculture- develop 1000 organic
clusters- supporting for developing market infrastructure for women self-
help group by ministry of agriculture through DAY-NRLM and
MGNREGS.
 To motivate women to take up organic agriculture in clusters under
National Rural Livelihood Programme, this year, the government would
distribute loans worth Rs.75,000 crore by March 2019.
 In the year 2018-2019, for creation of livelihood and infrastructure in
rural areas, total amount will be spend – 14.34 lakh crore.
 National Nutrition Mission (NNM): Although the target to reduce
Stunting is at least 2% p.a., Mission would strive to achieve reduction
in Stunting from 38.4% to 25% by 2022 (Mission 25 by 2022).
 NABARD had been considered the nodal agency to facilitate the rural
infrastructure development with a budget of Rs 27623 crore for 2018-
19.
 In 2017-18, the rural, agriculture and allied sectors experienced 24 %
increase in allocation as compared to the previous year reaching at
Rs1872 billion.
Apiculture
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 Honey harvesting dates back to 7000 B.C.

 Bee keeping was introduced in 1882
 Honey production in India increased geometrically since 2005, thanks to
large scale rearing of A. mellifera.
 A National Beekeeping Board at New Delhi ( Registered Society under
Societies Registration Act, XXI of 1860 on 19th July, 2000) was started
to organize beekeeping activities.
 Accordingly, the National Bee Board (NBB) was reconstituted in June,
2006.
 This year (2018) & onwards, the day of celebration of World Honey Bee
Day (World Bee Day) has been changed and 20th May has been declared
as World Honey Bee Day.
 Main theme of celebrating World Honey Bee Day is to SAVE
HONEYBEES.
 Honey Production leads us towards the "Sweet Revolution". According
to estimation, farmers can earn up to 2 to 2.5 lakh from in 50 bee boxes.
 Honey Production:
1. 2016-17 94.50
2. 2017-18 105.00
3. 2018-19 113.00 (1st estimate)
Important Facts about Apiculture:

 Beekeeping can be done by domesticating 2 species of bees viz; Apis
cerena and Apis mellifera.
 Restrict number of bee colonies in a apiary from 50-100.
 Keep row to row and box to box distance as10 and 3 feet, respectively
(Recomnd. by NBB).
 When temperature in the apiary increases beyond 37°C, water is used
by bees to evaporate and cool the colony.
 Provide sugar syrup (1:1) @ 200 g sugar per colony per week for Indian
bees.
 Feed all the colonies in the apiary at the same time to avoid robbing.
 Provide 50% sugar syrup to the colonies during dearth periods when
honey stores in the colonies is not adequate and nectar is not available in
the area.
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 Feed the colonies in the evening preferably after sunset

 Start migration late in the evening and ensure the colonies reach the
destination within 10-12 hrs.
 Harvests are normally possible during and shortly after the two main
flowering seasons, namely October/November and February-June.
 The government is providing financial assistance under pollination
support through beekeeping, a component of Mission for Integrated
Development of Horticulture (MIDH).
 The average worker bee produces about 1/12th teaspoon of honey in
their lifetime.
 Queen bee is the busiest in summer months, when the hive needs to be
at its maximum strengths, and lays up to 2500 eggs per day.
 Honeybees are native to Europe.
 A queen bee can live up to 5 years, whereas a worker bee often has a
life span as short as 6 weeks.
National bee board (NBB)

 The Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India launched a Central Sector
Scheme titled 'Development of Beekeeping for Improving Crop
Productivity' during the VIII plan (1994-95).
 The Scheme was approved for continuation during the IX Plan. However,
the scheme got subsumed under the Macro Management Scheme, with
effect from October, 2000, National Bee Board (NBB) was
reconstituted in June, 2006
 In May 2005, Beekeeping has been included as a supplemental activity
under National Horticulture Mission (NHM) for promoting cross
pollination of Horticultural Crops.
 About world honey bee day-
 Previously, it was known as Honey Bees Awareness Day.
 Officially announced by USDA in 2009, as an official day to honor
honey bees and bee keeping.
 Up to 2017, the World Honey Bee Day was being celebrated every year
on 3rd Saturday of August.
 This year (2018) & onwards, the day of celebration of World Honey Bee
Day (World Bee Day) has been changed and 20th May has been declared
as World Honey Bee Day.
 A world class honey testing laboratory is being established in Anand
(Gujarat).
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Sericulture
 The farm and non-farm activity of this sector creates 60 lakh man days
of employment every year mostly in rural sector.
 Silk is the most elegant textile in the world.
 Silk is known as the “Queen of Textiles”.
 Sericulture industry provided employment to approximately 8.25
million persons in rural & semi-urban areas in India during 2015-16.
 India’s silk trade dates back to 15th century.
 Silk other than mulberry are known as Vanya silk.
 India is the only country which produces all five known commercial silks,
Mulberry, Tropical Tasar, Oak Tasar, Eri and Muga.
 India is the 2nd largest producer of silk in the world.
 Production of silk in 2017-18 was 31906 M.T.
Central Silk Board

 It is a statutory body established in 1948 by an act of Parliament.
 CSB functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of
Textiles, Govt. of India.
 Headquarters at Bangalore.
 Target to increase productivity from 100 kg/ha to 111 kg/ha by end of
2019-20.
 To achieve self-sufficiency by 2022.
 To increase productive employment from 8.5 million to 10 million person
by 2020.
ZBNF
 Zero Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF) has spread to various states in India.
 It has attained wide success in southern India, especially the southern
Indian state of Karnataka collaborated with Mr Subhash Palekar, who
put together the ZBNF practices where it first evolved.
 ZBNF was initially launched in September 2015 under the Centre’s
Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana. Initially, 50 villages across 13 districts of
the state were selected for the pilot project. It has been so successful that
the government wants to scale it up.
 Andhra Pradesh CM announced that the State would fully embrace Zero
Budget Natural Farming (ZBNF).
 Six states – Karanataka, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Uttarakhand,
Chhattisgarh and Andra Pradesh, have already adopted the ZBNF
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technique.
 Zero Budget Natural farming (ZBNF) is said to be “do nothing farming”.
 It practices no-till, no chemical use in farming.
 Yields from ZBNF plots were found on average to be 11% higher for
cotton than in non-ZBNF plots.
 The Government of India provides funding through the Rashtriya
Krishi Vikas Yojana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana.
 The four pillars of ZNBF:
• Jivamrita/jeevamrutha: Palekar suggests that Jeevamrutha is
only needed for the first 3 years of the transition, after which the
system becomes self-sustaining.
• Bijamrita/beejamrutha
• Acchadana – Mulching
• Whapasa– moisture
MOBILE APP FOR FARMERS

 PUSA KRISHI MOBILE APP: PUSA Mobile App for farmers for
realizing the dream of the Prime Minister’s Lab to Land Program.
Farmers can get information from the technologies developed by IARI. It
is available in two languages (Hindi and English)
 KISAN SUVIDHA MOBILE APP: To provide information to the
farmers on sensitive parameters such as climate, plant conservation,
exchange dealers, agricultural consultations and market value, Plant
protection for 12 major crops etc. It is available in nine languages
 CROP INSURANCE MOBILE APP: Crop Insurance Mobile App has
been started for the calculation of insurance premium for notified crops
based on area coverage amount and loan amount in case of debtor farmers.
From this, we get details about general, insured amount, premium details
and state notices of any notified crop in any notified area.
 AGRIMARKET MOBILE APP: Agri Mobile App can be used to get
the market price of crops in the markets within 50 km of the device
location. This app automatically captureslocation of the person using
mobile GPS and fetches the market price. There is another option to get
price of any market and any crop in case person does not want to use GPS
location.
 STCR mobile App: Bilingual (Marathi and English) STCR mobile App
for fertilizer recommendations of Maharashtra was developed in
collaboration with SOIL AND WATER PRODUCTIVITY.
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 MKISAN Application: This app has been designed and developed by in

house IT team of DAC with the help of C-DAC Pune. It enables farmers
and all other stakeholders to obtain advisories and information being sent
by experts and government officials at different levels through mkisan
portal without registering on the portal.
 CHC farm machinery app: is developed to connect the farmer with
custom hiring service centre in their nearby vicinity
 Meghdoot app: launched by Ministry of Earth science and Agriculture to
assist farmer which will provide location, crop and livestock specific
weather based Agro advisories to farmer in local language
 iMandi app: loss by IFFCOwith objective to bring the benefit of digital
Technologies to every farmer and bring the digital Revolution to rural
India
The major Web portals developed by GOI

i) Farmers’Portal: Farmers’ Portal is a one stop shop for farmers where a farmer
can get information on a range of topics including seeds, fertilizer, pesticides,
credit, good practices, dealer network, and availability of inputs, beneficiary list
and Agromet advisories.
(ii)mKisan Portal: This is a unified platform from where officials and scientists
can send targeted text and voice based advisories to the farmers on a host of
issues related to agriculture and allied sectors.
(iii)Crop Insurance Portal: To provide complete information related to Crop
Insurance scheme being implemented in the country.
(iv)Participatory Guarantee System of India (PGS) Portal: This is a portal for
encouraging participatory approach to certification of organic farming in the
country.
(V) PM-Kisan portal: This is a portal for giving benefits to the beneficiary of PM-
Kisan scheme.
Natural Resource Management

Degraded land area - 120.4 mha (37%) includes
 Water and wind erosion - 94.9 mha
 Water logging - 0.9 mha
 Soil alkalinity/ sodicity - 3.7 mha
 Soil acidity - 17.9 mha
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 Soil salinity - 2.7 mha

 Mining and industrial waste - 0.3 mha
New varieties released by ICAR:

Wheat-Pusa Kiran (HS 542-semi dwarf variety), NilgiriKhapli (HW 1098),
HDSCW 18 (first variety of the country bred specifically for Conservation
Agricultue), HD 3117, PusaMalvi (HD 4728), HS 562
Pearl Millet-Pusa Composite 701
Mustard –Pusa Double Zero Mustard 31-First canola type, erucic acid less than
2% and glucosinolates< 30 pp
Pigeon pea -PUSA Arhar 16 (determinate, extra early maturity)
Sugarcane –C0-0238 (Wonder variety of sugarcane)
BT cotton: F1861, PAU Bt 1 and RS2013 for cultivation in Punjab, Haryana and
Rajasthan
Quality Protein Maize (QPM) -PUSA Breakfast Cereal
World’s first cytoplasmic male sterility based pigeon pea hybrid-GTH 1
Low neuro toxin varieties of grass pea-rattan, nirmal, prateek
Marigold-PusaBahar
High zinc rice variety-DRR Dhan 45 (By ICAR- Indian Institute of Rice
Research)
High protein rice variety-CR Dhan 310 (By ICAR- Rice Research Institute,
Cuttak )
First ever short duration Moong (< 60 days)-Virat (IPM 205-7)
BLB of rice disease resistant variety-PUSA 1592, Punjab Basmati-3
Blast disease resistant rice variety-PUSA 109
PusaBetakesari variety of cauliflower- 1st indigenous bred bio-fortified for
beta carotene developed by IARI
 New variety of pigeon pea developed by IARI is Pusa arhar-16 (120 days
maturity and determinate in growth)
World earliest maturity variety of cotton genotype was identified by CICR
scientist (2017) - variety name: Yugank
 Biofortified Varieties:
 Rice: CR Dhan 310 (protein rich variety with 10.3% protein),
 DRR Dhan 45 (zinc rich variety with 22.6 ppm zinc normally 12.0-
16.0 ppm)
 Wheat: WB 02:Rich in zinc (42.0 ppm) and iron (40.0 ppm) in
comparisonto 32.0 ppm zinc and 28.0-32.0 ppm iron in popular varieties
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 HPBW 01: Contains high iron (40.0 ppm) and zinc (40.6 ppm)
incomparison to 28.0-32.0ppm iron and 32.0 ppm zinc inpopular
varieties.
 Maize: Pusa Vivek QPM9 Improved: Country’s first provitamin-A rich
maize, High provitamin-A (8.15 ppm), lysine (2.67%) and
tryptophan(0.74%) as compared to 1.0-2.0 ppm provitamin-A, 1.5-
2.0%lysine and 0.3-0.4% tryptophan content in popular hybrids
 Pusa HM4 Improved: Contains 0.91% tryptophan and 3.62% lysine
whichis significantlyhigher than popular hybrids (0.3-0.4% tryptophan
and 1.5-2.0% lysine)
 Pusa HM8 Improved: Rich in tryptophan (1.06%) and lysine (4.18%)
ascompared to 0.0.4% tryptophan and 1.5-2.0%lysine in popular
hybrids
 Pusa HM9 Improved: Contains 0.68% tryptophan and 2.97%
lysinecompared to 0.3-0.4% tryptophan and 1.5-2.0%lysine in popular
hybrids
 Pearl millet: HHB 299: High iron (73.0 ppm) and zinc (41.0 ppm) as
comparedto 45.0-50.0 ppm iron and 30.0-35.0 ppm zinc in
popularvarieties/hybrids
 AHB 1200: Rich in iron (73.0 ppm) in comparison to 45.0-50.0 ppm
inpopular varieties/hybrids
 Lentil: PusaAgeti Masoor: Contains 65.0 ppm iron as compared to 55.0
ppmiron in popular varieties
 Mustard: Pusa Mustard 30: Contains low erucic acid (<2.0%) in oil as
comparedto >40% erucic acid in popular varieties
 Pusa Double Zero Mustard 31: Country’s first Canola Quality Indian
mustard variety, Low erucic acid (<2.0%) in oil and glucosinolates
(<30.0 ppm) inseed meal as compared to >40.0% erucic acid and
>120.0ppm glucosinolates in popular varieties
 Cauliflower: Pusa Beta Kesari 1: Country’s first biofortified
cauliflower, Contains high β-carotene (8.0-10.0 ppm) in comparison to
negligible β-carotene content in popular varieties.
 Sweet Potato: Bhu Sona: High β-carotene (14.0 mg/100 g) content as
compared to 2.0-3.0 mg/100 g β- carotene in popular varieties
 Bhu Krishna: High anthocyanin (90.0 mg/100g) content in comparison
to popular varieties which have negligible anthocyanin content
 Pomegranate: Solapur Lal: High iron (5.6-6.1 mg/100g), zinc (0.64-0.69
mg/100g) and vitamin C (19.4 -19.8 mg/100 g) in fresh arils in comparison
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to 2.7-3.2 mg/ 100g, 0.50-0.54 mg/100g and 14.2-14.6 mg/100g,

respectively in popular variety Ganesh.
Some another varieties:
Crop varieties:-
A. Vegetables/Spices:
1. Chilli: Kashi Surkh, PusaJwala, ArkaKyathi;
2. Cowpea: Kashi Kanchan;
3. Okra: IIHR-385-5-1, IIHR-386-7-2, OKMHS-3, Kashi Bhairo, Kashi;
Satdhari, and Kashi Vibhuti;
4. Onion: Pusa Red;
5. Pepper: Arka Coorg Excel;
6. Tomato: Kashi Adarsh and Kashi Aman; and
7. Turmeric: IISR Pragati.
B. Fruit/Flowers:
1. Guava: Arka Kiran and Arka Rashmi;
2. Marigold: Arka Agni and ArkaBangara-
C. Food Crops:
1. Rice: PB 1637;
2. Wheat: HDCSW 18 and HD 3086.
During 2018-19, IARI had released these high yielding verities:
1. Non-basmati, medium slender grain, blast resistant rice variety named
“Pusa Sambha 1850” for Chhattisgarh and Odisha.
2. Two new wheat varieties “HI 1612” and “HD 8777” were developed by
ICAR-IARI
3. Maize hybrid “Pusa Super Sweet Corn 1” with enhanced sweetness with
a good grain (9.3 t/ha) and fodder (16.2 t/ha) yield.
4. Grape hybrid “Pusa Aditi” was released by the Delhi State Variety
5. Tomato: Pusa Cherry Tomato-1
6. Onion: Pusa Sobha
7. The two varieties -- ‘Pusa Chickpea 10216’ and ‘Super Annigeri 1’ -- have
been developed jointly by ICAR and University of Agricultural Sciences,
Raichur in Karnataka in collaboration with International Crops Research
Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics through genomic interventions in
breeding called molecular breeding.
8. Ten new varieties, viz. Longmelon ‘Pusa Utkarsh’, round melon ‘Pusa
Raunak’, cucumber (parthenocarpic, gynoecious) ‘Pusa Seedless
Cucumber-6’, muskmelon ‘Pusa Madhurima’ & ‘Pusa Sunahari’, brinjal
‘Pusa Safed Baingan-1’ & ‘Pusa Hara Baingan-1’, okra (resistant to
YVMV) ‘Pusa Bhindi-5, garden pea ‘Pusa Prabal’ and chenopodium ‘Pusa
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Green’ and two hybrids viz. sponge gourd ‘Pusa Shrestha’ and bitter gourd
‘Pusa Hybrid-4’ have been released for cultivation in Delhi NCR region.
Developed at NRRI (2019)
 CR Dhan 309: It is resistant to stem borer (dead heart & white ear
head), leaf folder and whorl maggot , yield 5.8 t/ha
 CR Dhan 801: Moderately resistant to leaf blast, neck blast,
bacterial blight, stem borer (both dead heart and white ear heads)
and leaf folder. 6.3t/ha
 CR Dhan 802 (Subhas): Resistant to stem borer (both dead heart
and white ear heads), leaf folder, plant hopper and case worm
while moderately resistant to bacterial blight, sheath rot and rice
tungro virus. 6.5 t/ha
 CR Dhan 511: Moderately resistant to leaf blast, neck blast and
bacterial blight diseases, stem borer (both dead heart and white ear
heads), white backed plant hopper and leaf folder.
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NABARD
Norms
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Guidelines by NABARD (NABARD Norms)

POST HARVEST STORAGE
ONION STORAGE STRUCTURES
 The onion bulbs are generally stored from May to November for a period
of four to six months. However, 50-90 per cent storage losses are recorded
depending upon genotype and storage conditions. The total storage losses are
comprised of physiological loss in weight (PLW) i.e. moisture loss and
shrinkage (30-40%), rotting (20-30%) and sprouting (20-40%).
 For storage, high temperature dormancy of onion bulbs and maintaining
storage temperature at around 30˚C need to be exploited.
 Ventilation is needed to maintain humidity between 65-70% and lack of this
often adversely affects the quality and quantity by increase in water loss and
respiration.
 Removal of tops, drying, grading, packing, storage conditions (optimum
storage range of relative humidity 65% to 70% with the temperature ranging
between 25°C to 30°C).
 The onion storage structure should be oriented in the North - South direction
i.e., length facing the East-West direction.
WATER RESOURCES
WATER PUMPSET MODEL
 The discharge of a solar pump with array area of 2-4m varies from 6-8 lit/s at
a head of 15- 50 m. This could irrigate about 1.5 - 4 ha of land.
TYPES OF STRUCTURES
Dugwell with SPV

•Benefitting Area (ha.): 1.0
Borewell with SPV

Shallow Tube wells with SPV

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Composite Fish Culture

 Any perennial freshwater pond/tank retaining water depth of 2 meters can
be used for fish culture purpose.
 The minimum level should not fall below one meter.
 Even seasonal ponds can also be utilized for short duration fish culture.
 Depending on the compatibility and type of feeding habits of the fishes, are
recommended for Composite Fish Culture.
 The area under tanks and ponds available for warm freshwater aquaculture -
2.41 million ha.
 The area under swamps, beels, etc. - 1.31 million ha
Species Feeding Habit Feeding Zone

Indian Major
Carp
Catla Zoo plankton feeder Surface feeder
Rohu Omnivorous Column feeder
Mrigal Detrivorous Bottom Feeder
Exotic carps
Silver carp Phytoplankton feeder Surface feeder
Grass carp Herbivorous Surface, column and
marginal areas
Common Carp Detrivorous/Omnivorous Bottom feeder
 Repayment: Repayment of bank loan is possible in 8 years with 1-year

moratorium (temporary prohibition of an activity)
Pond Management:
 Pre-stocking: In case of new ponds, pre stocking operations starts with
liming and filling of the pond with water. However, the first step for existing
pond requiring development deals with clearing the pond of unwanted weeds
and fishes either by manual, mechanical or chemical means.
Different methods are employed for this.
i) Removal of weeds by Manual/Mechanical or through Chemical means.
ii) Removal of unwanted and predatory fishes and other animals by repeated
netting or using mahua oil cake @ 2500 kg/ha meter or by sun drying the
pond bed.
iii) Liming: The soils/ tanks which are acidic in nature are less productive than
alkaline ponds.
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 The normal doses of the lime desired ranges from 200 to 250 Kg/ha.
However, the actual dose has to be calculated based on pH of the soil and
water as follows:
Soil pH Lime (kg/ha)
4.5-5.0 2,000
5.1-6.5 1,000
6.6-7.5 500
7.6-8.5 200
8.6-9.5 Nill
Fertilization / Manuring: Fertilization of the pond is an important means for

intensifying fish culture by increasing the natural productivity of the pond. A
combination of both Organic and Inorganic fertilizers may be used for best
results.
a) Organic Organic manure to be applied after a gap of 3 days

from the date of liming. Cow dung @ 5000 kg/ha
or any other organic manure inequivalent manurial
value.
b) Inorganic Inorganic fertilization to be undertaken after 15 days
of organic manuring.
STOCKING:
 The pond will be ready for stocking after 15 days of application of fertilizers.
Fish fingerlings of 50- 100 gm size (approx) should be used for stocking @ 5000
nos. per hectare.
 The present model envisages stocking of advanced fingerlings and rearing for
10-12 months.
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POST STOCKING:
 Supplementary feeding: Fishes need much more food than what is available
naturally in the pond. Fishes can be fed with a mixture of rice bran and
oilcakes in the ratio 4:1.
 The recommended feeding rate is 5 - 6 % of the body weight up to
500gmsize of fish and then reduce to 3.5% of body weight from 500-
1000gm size.
Manuring
i) Organic manuring may be done in monthly instalments @ 1000 kg/ha.
ii) Inorganic fertilization may be done at monthly intervals alternating with
organic manuring.
Harvesting
 Harvesting is generally done at the end of 1st year, when the fishes attain
average weight of 800 gm to 1.25 kg.
 With Proper management a production of 4 to 5 tons/ha can be obtained in a
year.
 Subsidy for Fisheries (NFDB)
 The fish production levels have increased from about 500 kg/ ha/yr to about
2200 kg/ ha/yr.
 Indian major carps (IMC) and exotic carps (silver carp, grass carp and
common carp) form the mainstay of Indian freshwater aquaculture and
contribute over 90 percent of the total freshwater aquaculture production.
 Fast growing species, which include minor carps (Labeo calbasu, L. bata),
catfishes (singhi, magur) and murrels Channa species)
Components of Assistance
The NFDB will assist the following five components to support intensive
aquaculture in ponds and tanks:
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Intensive aquaculture in existing

ponds and tanks
Intensive aquaculture in new ponds
and tanks
First-year one time inputs for
intensive aquaculture in ponds and
tanks.
Establishment of hatcheries for
production of fish seed.
Establishment of fish seed rearing units for
production of fish fingerlings. Training and
demonstration.
 Establishment of hatcheries for production of fish seed:

 To meet the requirements of farmers in seed-deficit and new areas of
aquaculture, it is proposed to support entrepreneurs/farmers in setting up of
about 500 hatcheries for production of quality fish seed.
 The subsidy provided to the entrepreneur/ farmer shall be back-ended.
 Establishment of Fish seed rearing units for production of fish
fingerlings:
 Requirement of quality fingerlings size of 100 mm and above is a prerequisite
for reservoir development.
 Fisheries subsidies are added in subsidy part
Culture of white legged shrimp, Litopenaeus vannamei
 Shrimp farming in India, till 2009, was synonymous with the monoculture of
tiger shrimp, Penaeus monodon.
Biology:
 L. vannamei is native of pacific coast of Mexico and Central and South
America.
 It is mainly found on mud bottoms, down to a depth of 75 m. It is commonly
known as white legged shrimp or Mexican white shrimp.
 The maximum weight of the females in the wild is about120 g. The males are
smaller at 60-80g.
 It lives in the column and prefers clayey loam soil.
 For L. vannamei the growth at 30°C is much higher than at 25°C.
 The optimal range of temperature for the species is between 30 and 34°C.
 At 20°C growth virtually stops.
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 It can tolerate salinity levels of 0 to 50 ppt. Growth is uniform within 10-40

ppt.
 They can grow in freshwater also but the growth is slower below 10ppt.
 pH range of 7 to 9 is tolerated with optimal growth at pH 8.0.
 Dissolved oxygen levels above 4.5 ppm are required for optimal growth.
 L. vannamei is an omnivorous scavenger and is less aggressive and less
carnivorous than P. monodon.
 The shrimps attained the size of 20g within a period of 100-120 days
depending on the stocking density.
Advantages of L. vannamei:
1. It grows as fast as P. monodon up to 20 g.
2. It is easier to culture in very high stocking densities of up to 150/sqm due to
their less aggressive
nature.
3. It is tolerant to wide range of salinities of 0.5 to 45 ppt.
4. It is very tolerant to low temperatures of up to 15 degree centigrade
5. It requires comparatively low protein feed (20-35%).
6. Higher survival rates in hatchery (50-60%).
Financial Outlay:
 The capital cost for development of one-hectare pond works out to be Rs 8.48
lakh and the recurring cost as Rs 15.04 lakh.
 Vannamei shrimp, black tiger shrimp, cuttlefish, lobster, clams, fish fillets
and squid are the major products for export.
Fish Cold Storages

 Once fish is frozen, it must be stored at a constant temperature of −23 °C
(−10°F) or below in order to maintain a long shelf life and ensure quality.
 The free water in fish freezes over a wide range of temperature, beginning at
approximately −2 °C (28 °F).
 The amount of remaining free water decreases until the product reaches a
temperature of approximately −40 °C.
 Fish are therefore normally stored at −18 to −29 °C (0 to −20 °F), resulting
in a variable shelf life ranging from a few weeks to almost one year.
 The International Institute of Refrigeration recommends a storage
temperature of -18°C for lean fish such as cod and haddock and -24°C for
fatty species such as herring and mackerel.
 Capacity of cold stores normally ranges between 1,000 MT and 10000 MT.
Types of cold stores
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 Stores with unit coolers: The most widely used method of cooling modern
cold stores is by means of unit coolers with fan designed with good circulation
of the air. However, the main disadvantage is that many designs using this
type of cooling unit do not allow for uniform distribution of the air within the
store.
 Multiple units.
 Financial Viability and Bankability
Project Cost
 The main costs involved are preparation of the site, construction of the
building, engine room equipment’s, machinery, electrical installation, other
equipment’s and services.
 These costs will depend to a great extent on the location of the site. The cost
of construction of 1000 MT, 2000 MT and 3000 MT capacity including land
cost and machinery and other equipment’s works out to Rs.175 lakh, Rs.395
lakh and Rs.600.50 lakh respectively.
 The above costs are average indicative costs. Banks may adopt higher or
lower than the average costs depending on local conditions and viability of
the units.
FISHERIES
 MODEL SCHEME ON FISH FARMING IN WETLANDS
 The inland fisheries and aquaculture contribute about 65 per cent of the total
fish production of the country.
 The average productivity from culture ponds is presently only 2800 kg per
hectare as against the potential yield of 4000 to 5000 kg per hectare with
scientific fish culture practices.
 WATER:
 Adequate and good quality of water, free from pollution is required for fish
culture. The water depth of 1.2 m should be maintained throughout the culture
period. The optimum water quality parameters for culture of IMC and exotic
craps are as under:
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 Pond Construction:
 A convenient width of 30 to 50 m is recommended.
 Normally a size of 0.4 to 1.5 ha is found suitable.
 The average depth of the pond should be minimum 1 m and maximum of 1.5
m.
 Dyke slope may be kept at 1.5:1 outside and at 2.1 inside. The minimum top
width of dyke should be about 1 m.
 The embankments must have a free board of atleast 60 cm above the high
water level in the pond.
 Farm Management:
 The culture period in wet lands would be maximum of 7-8 months.
 The advanced fingerlings upto 50 g size should be stocked and average
growth of 600 to 700 gram would be possible in the culture period.
 The stocking of fingerlings should be done at the rate of 5000 numbers per
ha after acclimatization in the pond.
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 Financial Outlay
 The capital cost for one ha of pond development in wet lands has been
estimated at Rs.2.70 lakh and the operational cost for one crop cycle has been
estimated at Rs.1.235 lakh and capitalized.
 Margin Money and Bank loan

 As per the guidelines of RBI, borrowers are required to contribute for the
development of the activity from their own resources, at the rate of minimum
5 percent to 15 per cent based on the type of borrower.
 The margin money of 25 percent is assumed in the model scheme prepared.
 Subsidy
 Under Blue Revolution scheme of the GoI, the subsidy assistance is available
for development of water logged areas at the rate of 50 per cent of the unit
cost.
GIFT TILAPIA CULTURE

 Tilapia has been considered as the Food Fish of the 21stcentury and is
popularly known as aquatic chicken.
 Margin: The margin money may be considered @ 5,10 & 15% for small,
medium and large farmer respectively and 25% for companies and
partnership firms.
 Advantages of Tilapia Culture:

 Can be cultured at high stocking densities.
 High disease resistance ability.
 Can be cultured in saline water (salinity 12 – 15 ppt).
 Three crops are possible in perennial ponds.
 Growing export potential due to the easiness to fillet the fish.
 50-75 fry may be reared in one sq m.
 A production of 8 -10 tons/ha can be obtained in one crop of 6 months.
Model Scheme on Integrated Fish cum Dairy

 The cattle dung contains 14 per cent organic matter, 0.3per cent nitrogen,
0.2per cent phosphorous and 0.1 per cent potash.
 WATER:
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 The water depth of 1.2 m should be maintained throughout the culture period.
The optimum water quality parameters for culture of IMC and exotic craps
are as under:
 The capital cost for one ha of fish pond along with five CB cows has been
estimated at Rs.6.53 lakh and the operational cost for one cycle has been
estimated at Rs.1.87 lakh and capitalized.
 As per the guidelines of RBI, borrowers are required to contribute for
the development of the activity from their own resources, at the rate of
minimum 5 percent to 15 per cent based on the type of borrower. The
margin money of 25 percent is assumed in the model scheme prepared.
 Subsidy
 Under Blue Revolution scheme of GOI, the subsidy assistance is available
for development of new ponds @40% of the cost for general category and
60% of the unit cost for the category of SC/ST/women and their
cooperatives.
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 Under Dairy Entrepreneurship Development Scheme (DEDS) of GoI

implemented through NABARD, the subsidy assistance @25% for general
category and 33.33% for SC/ST category is available for milch cattle
rearing of 2 to 10 animals.
Model Scheme on Integrated fish cum Poultry (Broiler)

 Poultry litter contains 1.6per cent nitrogen, 1.5 per cent phosphorous, 0.9
per cent potassium and 2.4 per cent calcium.
 In the integrated fish cum poultry farming system, approximately 500 to 600
birds are required to fertilize one ha of pond area.
 The litters can be applied daily @ 30 to 35 kg per ha or in weekly basis.
Application of litter is stopped when algal bloom appears on the pond.
 Marketing of broilers should start from 4-5 weeks of rearing during which
birds weight 1.2 to 1.5 kg.
 The capital cost for one ha has been estimated at Rs.3.98 lakh and the
operational cost for one cycle has been estimated at Rs.3.03 lakh and
capitalized.
 As per the guidelines of RBI, borrowers are required to contribute for the
development of the activity from their own resources, at the rate of
minimum 5 percent to 15 per cent based on the type of borrower. The
margin money of 25 percent is assumed in the model scheme prepared.
 Subsidy
 Under Blue Revolution scheme of the GoI, the subsidy assistance is
available for development of new ponds 40 per cent of the unit cost for
general category and 60 per cent of the unit cost for the category of
SC/ST/women and their cooperatives.
INTENSIVE FISH CULTURE

 Out of the total inland fish production around 60% is contributed by the
aquaculture sector. The average productivity from ponds at present is to the
tune of 2160 kg/ha/year.
 The capital cost for excavation of 1 Ha pond works out to be Rs
3,02,500/- and the recurring cost as Rs 2,88,075/-.
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 Supplementary feeding
 Fishes need much more food than what is available in the pond. Fishes can
be fed with the mixture of bran and oilcake in equal quantities daily. The
feed should be placed on a bamboo tray the fishes will get used this type of
feeding and aggregate at the same place at particular time. The average
requirement of feed rate is as under:
Feed % Kgs
Rice Bran 80 9600
Ground Nut oil 10 1200

Cake
Cotton seed cake 10 1200
Total 100 12000
 Manuring:
 Organic manuring may be done in monthly instalments @ 1000 kg/ha.
Pangassius Fish Culture

 Pangassius species is commonly called as river or silver stripped catfish,
Siamese shark, sutchi catfish, or swai catfish.
 Pangassius is being farmed in about 40,000 ha with an expected production
of 1.80 to 2.20 lakh tons.
 Margin
 The margin money may be considered @ 5, 10 & 15% for small, medium
and large farmer respectively and 25% for companies and partnership firms.
 The capital cost for excavation of one hectare pond works out to be Rs.8.97
lakh and the recurring cost as Rs.23.86 lakh.
 The fish has rapid growth rate and attains 1.0 to 1.5 kg in 8 -10 months
culture period in ponds.
 Pangassius spp. can tolerate pH ranging from 5 - 7.5.
 Size of Culture Pond & Depth of water

 The ideal pond size 1 ha area.
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 The ideal water depth is 1.5 - 2 meters.

 Pangassius hypophthalamus should not be more than 10,000/ha with a target
production of 12-14 tons/ha. Pangassius sp. can be stocked at a rate of
12500 per ha depending on the culture environment.
FOOD AND VEGETABLE PROCESSING UNIT

 Canned fruit pulp and vegetables:
 The temperature required for effective sterilization varies with the pH of the
product and is generally higher than boiling point of water (100°C or
212°F).
 Pickling is a process of preservation by fermentation. The fruits and
vegetables are immersed in 5–10 per cent salt solution (brine) leading to
lactic acid fermentation.
 The natural sugars present in fruits and vegetables are converted to lactic
acid at 25°C.
 Fresh fruits contain more than 80 per cent water and 10 to 15 per cent
sugars.
 Jam, jelly and marmalade:

 Jam, jelly and marmalade are based on preservation by high sugar
concentration. All fruits can be converted to jam by mashing or slicing it
fine, adding an approximately equal amount of sugar, and simmering until it
reaches proper concentration orgel at 218° to 222°F (103°–105°C).
 Squash:
 As per Indian Standards, squash should contain at least 25 per cent (by
volume) of fruit juice.
 The squashes are consumed after dilution by drinking water in 1:3 ratio.
 These beverages contain added flavors and permitted class II
preservatives.
 The processed products should follow the Food Safety and Standard
Authority of India (FSSAI) act 2006. FSSAI Act is applicable pan India for
all food products.
 A project cost of Rs.74.78 Lakh has been estimated . For a small scale fruit
and vegetable processing unit, a plot of land measuring 0.5 acre, with built-
up area of 3850 sq ft is considered sufficient.
 The processing hall and other utilities would require construction of around
3850 sq ft. of building at a total cost of Rs.23.10 Lakh.
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 The construction cost is assumed as Rs. 600 per sq ft. The building consists
of 1000 square feet of processing hall, 1000 square feet of finished product
storage area, 1000 square feet of raw material storage area, 500 square feet
of washing area, 250 square feet of toilets, and 100 square feet of guard
room.
 Interest rate:
 An interest rate of 12 per cent for working out the bankability of the model
project.
 The margin money varies from minimum 10 per cent to 25 per cent of project
cost. We have assumed margin money of 25 per cent in this model scheme.
Model Project on Milk Processing
 Government has approved National
 Dairy Plan Phase-I (NDP-I) in February 2012 with a total investment of
about Rs.2242 crore to be implemented from 2011-12 to 2016-17.
 Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying & Fisheries, Ministry of
Agriculture,Government of India is also implementing “National
Programme on Bovine Breeding & Dairy Development (NPBBDD) from
2013-14 to 2016-17.
SMALL SCALE CASHEW PROCESSING UNIT

 Indian Partnership Act 1932
 An important byproduct of cashew industry is cashew nutshell liquid
(CNSL)which is produced from cashew shells. CNSL has multiple uses in
paint industry.
 The Cashew Export Promotion Council of India (CEPCI) works towards the
promotion of cashew nut and cashew nutshell liquid (CSLN).
 Process Flow of Cashew:
 The margin money varies from minimum 10 per cent to 25 per cent of project
cost. We have assumed margin money of 25 per cent in this model scheme.
 An interest rate of 12per cent for term loan and 12.5 per cent for working
capital to assess the bankability of the model project.
Model bankable project on Poplar based agroforestry
 Poplar (Populus deltoids) is one of the fast growing multipurpose tree species
which can be grown as a mono crop as well as in association with agricultural
crops.
 Its wood being light, homogenous and odour less is suitable for match splints,
plywood, ply board, packing cases, sports goods, artificial limbs, furniture,
pulp for paper, wood, light constructional timber, pencils and furniture, etc.
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 It has emerged as important industrial wood in North India and is being

widely cultivated and good market has developed in this region. Poplar being
a deciduous species adds tremendous amount of leaf litter to the soil and is
considered to be one of the best species for agroforestry.
 Climate and Site requirement/ Site Selection:

 Poplar grows well in the subtropical climate where the temperature extremes
are not too severe.
 It does not perform well on saline, alkaline (pH>8.0), dry sandy soils,
waterlogged areas and hard clays.
 Cuttings obtained from the middle of the main shoot with diameter between
1-3 cm perform better.
 The best time of planting is middle of February. The distance to be kept is 80
cm row to row and 60 cm plant to plant.
 The plants are ready for harvest in 6th year when they attain a girth of about
75-90 cm.
 Margin money varies from 5% to 25% depending upon the type of investment
and the class of borrowers.
 Model Scheme on Bee Keeping (10 beehives)
Management of
Increase in crop bees for
yield due to pollination in
pollination honey bee
farming
Harvesting of Bee
Products in Honey Bee
Farming
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 Increase in crop yield due to pollination:

 Yield Increase due to bee pollination in honeybee farming has been
noteworthy. Incremental crop yields up to 44 % in mustard & sunflower, 32-
45 % increase in cotton, 20 % increase in lucerne, 90 % increase in onion and
45 % increase in apple yield have been reported due to maintenance of
beehives in their fields.
 Management of bees for pollination in honeybee farming:
 It is recommended to place hives very near the flied to save bee’s energy and
migrate colonies near the field at 10 % flowering.
 It is also recommended to place colonies at 3 per ha for Italian bee and 5 per
ha for Indian bees.
 The colonies should have at least 5 to 6 frame strength of bees and with sealed
brood and young mated queen.
 Harvesting of Bee Products in Honeybee Farming:
 Honey, bees wax, royal jelly, bee venom, propolis and pollen are the main
bee products.
 Honey should be harvested at the end of a flowering season.
 Training institutes for bee keeping:
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Lupin Welfare &

Research
Foundation,
Krishna Nagar,
Bharatpur
Rajasthan
Bee Keeping and

Bee Institutional
Research
Area, August
Institute,
Kranti Road,
Agricultural
Hauz Khas, New
University, Hisar
Delhi
Haryana
Training
institutes
for bee
Bee Keeping
keeping
Research and
Training Jyoti
Institute, Gramodhyog
Gramodhyog Sansthan,
Ayog, Gangoh,
Ganeshkhind Saharanpur UP
Road, Pune,
Maharashtra
Bee Keeping Training
Center, Janmahadev
Road, Khadi Gramodhyog
Dehradun,Uttarkhand
Profile for 1.0 ha Cashew Cultivation

 Cashew (Anacardium occidentale),
 Origin: Brazil
 Introduction: Later half of the Sixteenth Century
 Heavy clay soils with poor drainage and soils with pH more than 8.0 are not
suitable for cashew cultivation.
 Red sandy loam, lateritic soils and coastal sands with slightly acidic pH are
best for cashew.
 Areas where the temperatures range from20 to 30°C with an annual
precipitation of 1000 - 2000 mm are ideal for cashew growing. However,
temperatures above 36°C between the flowering and fruiting period could
adversely affect the fruit setting and retention.
 Cashew is a cross pollinated crop
 Epicotyl grafting and softwood grafting are found to be successful because it
is easy to produce large number of grafts in a short time.
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 The land preparation work should be completed prior to the onset of monsoon
season i.e. during May-June.
 Layout:
 Cashew trees are generally planted with a spacing of 7 to 9 meters adopting
square system.
 A spacing of 7.5 m X 7.5 m (175 plants/ ha) or 8 m X 8 m (156 plants/ ha) is
recommended.
 High density planting of cashew at a closer spacing of 4 m X 4 m (625 plants/
ha) in the beginning and thinning out in stages to maintain a final spacing of
8 m X 8 m in the tenth year is also recommended.
 The training and pruning of cashew plants is done during August –

September.
 Tea mosquito (Helopeltis spp.),flower thrips , stem and root borer and fruit
and nut borer are the major pests, which are reported to cause around 30%
loss in yield.
 Cashew plants start bearing after three years of planting and reach full bearing
during tenth year and continue giving remunerative yields for another 20
years.
 The cashew nuts are harvested during February – May.
 The maturity of the cashew nut is tested by floatation method. The mature
nuts sink in water while the immature/ unfilled one’s float.
 The shelling percentage of cashew varies between 20-25.
 Grading and Packing:
 Grading is done for export purposes based on "counts" or number of kernels
per pound.
 Sound kernels are named as "wholes" and broken ones as "splits".
 Margin Money:
 The margin money / down payment prescribed are 5 %, 10 % and 15% for
small, medium and other farmers respectively.
 The ultimate lending rate has been considered as 12 % for working out the
bankability of the model project.
 The productivity of a ten-year-old cashew tree is considered at 9 kg of nuts
per tree.
Model Profile of 1.0 ha Citrus cultivation:

 Among mandarins, Nagpur mandarin (Central India), Kinnow mandarin
(North–West India), Coorg mandarin (South India) and Khasi mandarin
(North-East India) are the commercial cultivars of India.
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 Whereas, Mosambi (Maharashtra), Sathgudi (Andhra Pradesh) and Malta and

Jaffa (Punjab) are the sweet orange cultivars traditionally grown.
 Citrus fruits grow best between a temperature range of 130C to
370C.Temperatures below – 40C are harmful for the young plants. Soil
temperature around 250C seems to be optimum for root growth.
 Deep soils with pH range of 5.5 to 7.5 are considered ideal. However, they
can also be grown in a pH range of 4.0 to 9.0.
 Plant density
Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco)

• Normal spacing – 6 m x 6 m ; Plant population – 277 / ha
Sweet orange (Citrus sinensis Osbeck)

• Normal spacing - 5 m x 5 m, 5.5 x 5.5 m; Plant population – 400/330 per ha
Limes/lemons (Citrus aurantifolia Swingle & Citrus limon)

• Normal spacing – 6 x 6 m / 5 x 5 m, Plant population – 277/400 per ha
• In light soils, spacing will be 4.5 x 4.5 m or 5 x 5 m
 The best season of planting is June to August.

 There are two main crops in mandarins and sweet oranges.
 One is called as Ambiabahar (mango flowering) the flowering of which
occurs in the month of January (at the time of flowering of mango hence the
name Ambia) the fruits of which are available in the months of October-
December.
 The other crop is Mrig bahar (Monsoon bloom) the flowering of which
occurs in the month of June-July and the fruits are harvested during February-
April.
 Mandarins and sweet oranges normally take 240-280 days to arrive at
maturity.
 Mature fruits at colour break stage are picked up in 2 - 3 intervals of10-15
days. Limes and lemons take 150-160 days for maturity. There may be 2 or 3
crops in a year in limes and lemons.
 Yield:
 Mandarin: Commences from the 5th year with about 50 fruits per tree and
stabilizes in the 8th year. Average production is about 700-800 fruits per tree
after stabilization.
 Sweet Orange: Commences from 5th year with 40-50 fruits per tree &
stabilizes around the 8th year. Average production is about 500-600 fruits per
tree after stabilization.
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 Lime/Lemon: Commences from the 3rd year with 50-60 fruits per tree
&stabilizes in the 8th year. Average production is about 1000-1500 fruits per
tree after stabilization.
 Economic life of plantation: 15 to 25 years
 Post-harvest management
 For imparting uniform yellow-orange color to the fruits application of
ethephon @ 250 ppm along with 1 % calcium acetate as foliar spray at
maturity stage is recommended.
 Sweet oranges and mandarins may be treated with ethylene gas for de-
greening and development of color.
 A temperature of 6-7°C, 5-10 ppm of ethylene and 90-95% RH in a de-
greening chamber can set a change in color in about 48 hours.
 The storage conditions for various citrus fruits are as under:

 Mandarins: Mandarins can be stored at 5- 7°C with 85-90 % RH for 4-8
weeks.
 Sweet oranges: Sweet oranges can be stored at 7-8°C with 85-90% RH for
4-8 weeks.
 Lime/Lemon: Limes and lemon can be stored for 6-8 weeks at 9-10oC
storage temperature with 80-90% RH. Limes are subjected to pitting after
storage at temperature below 7°C. Waxing treatment further reduces moisture
loss extends shelf life in all citrus fruits.
small, medium and other farmers respectively. However, in the present
model, 10 % of the unit cost i.e. Rs.14100/ha has been considered as margin
money.
Model Profile for 1.0 ha Coconut Cultivation:
 The mean annual temperature for optimum growth and maximum yield is
stated to be270C with a diurnal variation of 60C to 70C and relative humidity
more than 60 %.
 The major soil types that support coconut in India are laterite, alluvial, red
sandy loam, coastal sandy and reclaimed soils with a pH ranging from 5.2 to
8.0.
 In general square system of planting with a spacing of 7.5m x 7.5m is
recommended for coconut. This will accommodate 177 palms per hectare.
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However, spacing of 7.5 to 10 m is practiced in various coconut growing

regions of the country.
 18 - 24 month old seedlings are preferred for planting in water logged areas.
Planting the seedlings during May with the onset of pre-monsoon rain is ideal.
 Economic life of the coconut palm is about 60 years.
 Neera, coconut water based nonalcoholic health drink is now gaining
momentum in many states like Karnataka and Maharashtra
 The margin money / down payment prescribed are 5 %, 10 % and 15% for
model, 15 % of the unit cost i.e. Rs.35,100/ha has been considered as margin
money.
 The ultimate lending rate has been considered as 13 % for working out the
Model Profile of 1.0-acre Gladiolus Cultivation

 Gladiolus (Gladiolus sp.) is a very popular bulbous ornamental plant.
 The pH should be slightly acidic in the range of 5.5-6.5.
 Gladiolus is propagated by corms (the underground storage organs - which
are sometimes wrongly called as bulbs) and cormels.
 Generally, gladiolus is grown in the winter.
 Harvesting of spikes and lifting of corms:
 The spikes would be ready for harvest from 60-120 days after planting
depending upon the variety, corm size at the time of planting and season.
 The spikes should be harvested at tight bud stage, with one to five florets
showing colour and at least four leaves on the plant for development of corms
and cormels.
 Thus, if planting of corm is done in the month of September, the harvesting
of spikes will begin from November/December and continues up to
January/February.
 The corms are lifted after maturity, when nearly 25 % of the cormels turn
brown and the leaves turn yellow and start drying. It takes nearly one and half
to two months after flowering for the corms to attain maturity.
 Yield:
 Spike yield: One spike per plant
 Corm yield: One plant able size corm per plant and cormels.
 The yield per acre would be around 80000 spikes. The cormel yield varies
from 1.5 - 2.5 quintals per acre depending on variety, depth of planting etc.
 The domestic market, the spikes are graded into three categories viz., A, B &
C.
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model, 15 % of the unit cost i.e. Rs.42,600/acre has been considered as
margin money.
Model Bankable Project on Hi-Tech Agriculture

 Hi tech Agriculture is one method of precision farming on a smaller scale
where plant protection and fertigation are applied at the root zone and plants
are grown in precise conditions of temperature and humidity for uniformity
and maximization of yield.
 There are two approaches viz.,
 Greenhouse / poly house system and open-air system.
 Classification of greenhouses:
 Greenhouse structure of various types are used for crop production. The
different types of greenhouses based on shape, utility, material and
construction are briefly given below:
1.Greenhouse type based on shape:

a) Lean to type greenhouse.
b) Even span type greenhouse.
c) Uneven span type greenhouse.
d) Ridge and furrow type.
e) Saw tooth type.
f) Quonset greenhouse.
g) Interlocking ridges and furrow type Quonset greenhouse.
h) Ground to ground greenhouse.
2. Greenhouse type based on Utility:

a) Greenhouses for active heating.
b) Greenhouses for active cooling.
3. Greenhouse type based on construction

a) Wooden framed structure.
b) Pipe framed structure.
c) Truss framed structure.
4. Greenhouse type based on covering material

a) Glass glazing.
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b) Fiber glass reinforced plastic (FRP) glazing (Plain sheet, corrugated sheet.)
c) Plastic film (UV stabilized LDPE film, Silpaulin type sheet, Net house)
d) Based on the cost of construction (High cost Green House, Medium cost Green
House, Low cost Green House)
5. Computerized green houses

 In general farmers prefer the manually Controlled System or Semi-Automatic
Controlled System because of low investment. However, Manual systems
require a lot of attention and care and are very difficult and cumbersome to
maintain uniform environment inside the Green House.
 Ultimately this affects crop production and results in non-uniform growth and
low quality of the crop.
 The poly houses are constructed with the help of ultraviolet plastic sheets, so
that they may last for more than 5 years. Sheets are usually of 1501-micron
thick plastic sheet and draped around bamboo or iron pipes which are more
durable but costlier.
 Equipment required for drip irrigation system include:

A pump unit to generate 2.8kg/cm2 pressure
Water filtration system – sand/silica/screen filters
PVC tubing with dripper or emitters
 Drippers of different types are available:

i) Labyrinth drippers
ii) Turbo drippers
iii) Pressure compensating drippers – contain silicon membrane which assures
uniform flow rate for years
iv) Button drippers- easy and simple to clean. These are good for pots, orchards
and
are available with side outlet/top outlet or micro tube outlet.
v) Pot drippers – cones with long tube
 Water output in drippers

a. 16mm dripper at 2.8kg/cm2 pressure gives 2.65 liters/hour (LPH).
b. 15mm dripper at 1 kg/cm2 pressure gives 1 to 4 liters per hour
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Environmental control
 Relative humidity control:
 A humidistat coupled to water circulating pump or exhaust fan is used to
control the relative humidity inside the fan and pad greenhouse.
 The maximum achievable relative humidity is 90% only in fan regulated (FR)
greenhouse. The RH in Nonventilated (NV) GH can be increased by
providing foggers.
Financing Aspects
 Subsidy:
 The State Horticulture Mission, Government of Kerala provides subsidies
upto 50% of the cost subject to a maximum of 325/m2 for hi-tech and 125/m2
for normal poly houses, limited to 1000 m2/beneficiary.
 50% of cost subject to a maximum of 3500 per 500 m2 limited to 2 ha per
beneficiary will be given as subsidy for shade nets also.
 Subsidy is also available for mulching at 50% of the total cost subject to a
maximum of 7000/ha limited to 2 ha per beneficiary and for Plastic Tunnel
up to 50% of cost subject to a maximum of 5000/1000 Sq .m limited to 5 ha
per beneficiary.
 The national Mission on Micro irrigation offers a subsidy of 60% of system
cost for small and medium farmers in the State. Farmers of Palakkad,
Kasaragod, Kannur and Malappuram are eligible for a further 15% Assistance
from the scheme.
 Refinance to Banks:
 The 90% of the amount financed to the borrower under the scheme by banks
will be eligible for the refinance from NABARD.
 Bank Finance:
i. Term Loan: The banks may finance 85-90% of the project cost as term loan.
The eligible amount of subsidy would also be allowed as term loan.
ii. Margin Money: The entrepreneurs should normally meet 10-15% of the
project cost out of their own resources.
iii. Interest Rate: the repayment programme has been worked out at 14% rate
of interest.
The yield under poly house cultivation can be achieved to the level of 5-8 times
as compared to the open crop cultivation.
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 Economic size:
1. Generally the length of the polyhouse is 25-30 feet and width 4-5 feet.
2. The direction of polyhouse is always East to West, so that the maximum
sunshine is available.
3. The house should not be constructed in shade.
4. The size of poly house may differ depending on the necessity.
5. The poly houses are kept cold or hot depending upon the season.
 Recommended Package of Practices:

 Tomato: It is a warm season crop and the moderate temperature ranging
from18oC to 30oC is best for its growth and flowering.
 The ideal soil pH is 6.00 to 7.00 for its growth.
 Harvesting, Grading & Packing

 The harvesting of tomato fruits start from 90 days after transplanting. The
total crop period for tomatoes is 8-9 month after planting.
 The optimum storage condition of 12oC temperature and 86 to 90 per cent
relative humidity is required for tomatoes.
 Yield:
 Under polyhouse condition from well-maintained tomato crop average 30
kg/m2 or10 Kg/plant of marketable fruits are obtained.
 Cucumber:
 Cucumber is a warm season crop and grows best at a temperature between
180C and 240C.
 Soil pH between 5.5 and 6.7 is favorable for its cultivation.
 Average yield of capsicum is 6 to 8 kg/ plant.

 Cowpea: Soil pH between 5.5 and 6.7 is favorable for its cultivation.
 A good crop yields about 1.2-1.5 tons of grain.
 Shade Nets: Fixed type exterior/ interior U.V. shading nets are recommended
which can be removed as and when required and Shade nets should be with
50% shading effect.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
 VERMICOMPOST PRODUCTION UNIT
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Process
 The process consists of constructing brick lined beds generally of 0.9 to 1.5
m width and 0.25 to 0.3m height are constructed inside a shed open from all
sides.
 For commercial production, the beds can be prepared with 15 m length, 1.5
m width and 0.6 m height spread equally below and above the ground.
 Cow dung and farm waste can be placed in layers to make a heap of about 0.6
to 0.9 m height.
 Earthworms are introduced in between the layers @ 350 worms per m3of bed
volume that weighs nearly 1 Kg.
 The beds are maintained at about 40-50% moisture content and a temperature
of 20–30°C by sprinkling water over the beds.
 The capital cost may work out to about 5000 to 6000 for every
tonne of vermicompost production capacity.
 Of about 350 species of earth worms in India with various food and
burrowing habits Eisenia fetida, Eudrilus eugeniae and Perionyx
excavates are some of the species that are reared to convert organic
wastes into manure.
 The worms live for about 2 years.
 Fully grown worms could be separated and dried in an oven to make 'worm
meal' which is a rich source of protein (70%) for use in animal feed.
 A bed volume of 324 m3 spread over 24 beds - 15 m long, 1.5 m wide
and 0.6 m high is estimated to produce vermi-compost of 200 TPA over 6
cycles/crops of 65-70 days each annually. Total of 24 such beds may be
housed under 2 to 4 different open sheds.
 The margin money/down payment has been considered at 25% in the
present model, which works out to Rs. 3.375lakh.
 Bank loan considered in the model is 75% which works out to Rs. 10.125lakh.
FARM MECHANIZATION
 RURAL GODOWN
Capacity and dimensions:
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Small sized godowns : Capacity of 50, 100, 200 and 250
Medium sized godowns: Capacity of 500, 1000 MT and 2000 MT
Large sized godowns: Capacity above 2000 MT
 For storage capacity of 1000 MT and above the godowns may be divided into
suitable compartments, depending upon the availability of land.
 The height of a road fed godown is 5.6m.
 The ideal stack size shall be 9.15m X 6.1m X 4.57m.
 CAPITAL INVESTMENT
 Capital cost will be about Rs. 2800 per MT for small capacity up to 2000 MT
and Rs.2000/MT for godowns of capacity above 2000MT.
 Assumptions for financial analysis

 Cost of construction – Rs.2800 per MT
 Bank Loan – 75%
 Interest rate – 12%
 Repayment period – 10 years with one year grace period
ANIMAL HUSBANDARY
 The organized dairy sector (both cooperatives and private) is presently
handling only 24-28 percent of total milk production in the country.
 National Dairy Plan Phase I (NDPI) is a Central Sector Scheme for a period
of 2011-12 to 2018-19.
 As per Codex Alimentarius, immediately after milking, the milk must be
cooled preferably to 4° C.
 COW REARING
 The average productivity (per day milk yield) of cross bred, indigenous
cows and buffaloes in India was 7.02 Kg, 2.36 Kg and 4.89 Kg
Biomass Production: Moringa vs Other Fodder Crops
Sr. Crop Biomass Production MT/ha/Year

No.
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1. Moringa 650
2. Napier grass 350
3. Cereals in rotation 200
4. Berseem 100
5. Sorghum 55
6. Cowpea 45
HORTICULTURE NORMS
 MANGO
 Generally mango kernel contains 8 – 10% high quality fat.
 NURSERY
 Considering the demand for quality planting material for fruit crops and the
opportunity to promote as a horticulture business enterprise in potential
pockets across different regions in the country, a prospects as a “Bankable
Model Scheme for establishment of Modern Nursery Unit for production of
quality planting material for perennial horticultural crops” is prepared for the
guidance of entrepreneurs and bankers.
 MUSHROOM
 Mushrooms are an excellent source of vitamins especially C and B (Folic
acid, Riboflavin, Niacin and Thiamine) and minerals like potassium, sodium
and phosphorus.
 It also contains other essential minerals like Cu, Zn and Mg in traces.
 The major mushroom varieties of commercial importance are:
 Button (Agaricus bisporus, A. bitorquis)
 Oyster–Dhingri (Pleurotus sp.)
 Paddy Straw (Volvariella sp.)
 Morel (Morchella esculanta) is seasonally harvested from the wild in north
Himalayan states. In India, three types, namely button, oyster and straw
mushroom are extensively cultivated on commercial scale.
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 Button: It is most popular variety both in the domestic and export market and
ranks first in terms of production and consumption.
 The button mushrooms are graded into Grade A, B and Cas per DMI
standards.
 Unit Cost and Financials:
 The average production of 2 kg mushroom per 10 kg of compost has been
considered.
 It has been assumed that 10% of the project cost would be brought in by the
entrepreneur as his margin money and remaining 90% will be the bank loan.
 The rate of interest charged on the bank loan has been assumed @ 10% and
12.5% for small and medium sized units respectively.
 The discounting factor of 15% has been considered to work out the
economics.
 It has been assumed that only 50% of the surplus left after servicing of the
payment of interest would be available for servicing the principal repayment.
 Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture –Horticulture
Mission for North East and Hilly States (HMNH)
 Production Unit: Rs.20 lakh/unit: The financial assistance to the extent of
100% of the project cost for public sector and 40% for private sector for
meeting the expenditure on infrastructure as credit linked back ended subsidy
is provided.
 Spawn making unit: Rs. 15 lakh/unit: The financial assistance to the extent
of 100% of the project cost for public sector and 40% for private sector for
meeting the expenditure on infrastructure as credit linked back ended subsidy
is provided.
 Compost making unit Rs.20 lakh/unit : The financial assistance to the
extent of 100% of the project cost for public sector and 40% for private sector
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for meeting the expenditure on infrastructure as credit linked back ended

subsidy is provided.
 National Horticulture Board (NHB)
 The scheme relating to establishment of commercial production as well as
projects on Post harvest Management and primary processing of products are
eligible for assistance as per approved cost norms.
 The projects for establishment of integrated production unit on Mushroom
are extended financial assistance as credit linked back-ended subsidy @ 50%
of project cost limited to Rs.37.50 lakh in Hilly areas.
 The Board also supports Post Harvest Management projects relating to Pack
House, Refer-Van, Retail Outlets, Primary processing etc., for horticulture
produce in project mode as credit linked back-ended subsidy @ 50 % of
project cost limited to Rs.72.50 lakh per project in hilly areas.
 Subsidy for Mushroom Development:
The schemes provides incentives to farmers and unemployed graduate in the
form of subsidy on the following items required for mushroom production,
so as to encourage large number of farmers and unemployed gradates to
take this activity: -
i) Subsidy on compost for maximum 400 trays (40 kg) @ Rs.20/tray to SF/MF
and unemployed graduates and Rs.40 per tray to SC/ ST and SGSY farmers
ii) 100% transport subsidy on compost for all the above categories.
 Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojna
 An assistance of Rs. 80,000/-for the construction of mushroom house of

size 20x12x10 ft, installation of racks in mushroom house, procurement of
mushroom kit, tools etc. and pasteurized compost to the registered
mushroom growers.
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Important
Subsidies
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Important Subsidies:
Sr. Type of Criteria for Scheme/C

No. Assistance Assistance/maxi omponent
mum limit
1. Distributio Rs. 2500/ha Soil
n of Health
Micronutri Card
ents & soil scheme
ameliorant
s.
1. a Supply of 50 % cost of National
gypsum/pyrite/ the material + Food
lime/dolomite transportation Security
limited to Rs. Mission
750 per (Oil
hectare. Seed &
Oil
Palm)
2. Supply of 50% of the cost National
gypsum limited to Rs. Food
phosphogypsu 750/ - per Security
m / bentonite hectare Mission
sulphur. (NFSM),
Wheat & BGREI
Pulses
3. Micronutrients 50% of the cost NFSM &
(Rice, Wheat, limited to Rs. BGREI
500/-per ha.
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Pulses & Nutri-

Cereals)
4. Lime/liming 50% of the cost NFSM &

materials (Rice of the material BGREI
& Pulses) limited to
Rs.1000/ha.
5. Bio-fertilizers 50 % of the cost BGREI/
(Pulses Nurti- limited to Rs. 300 NFSM
Cereals) per ha.
6. Adoption of Rs. 10,000 per National
Organic hectare for Horticul
Farming maximum area ture
of 4 ha per Mission(
beneficiary NHM)/
spread over a Horticul
period of 3 years ture
involving Mission
assistance of Rs. for
4000 in first North-
year and Rs. East and
3000 each in Himalay
second and third an States
year. (HMNE
H) - Sub
schemes
under
Mission
for
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Integrat
ed
Develop
ment of
Horticul
ture
(MIDH)
7 Promotion of Rs. 1,200 /- per NHM/H
Integrated hectare (upto an MNEH
Nutrient area of 4 Sub
Management hectares) schemes
under
MIDH
8 Reclamation Alkaline / Saline RKVY
of Problem Soil sub-
Soil Rs. 60,000/ ha scheme
Acidic Soil Rs. on
15,000/ha Reclama
90:10 between tion of
Centre and State Problem
for the NE and Soil
Himalayan (RPS).
States
60:40 between
Centre and State
for other than NE
and Himalayan
States
9 Plant Protection Insecticides, National
Chemicals fungicides, Food
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weedicides, bio- Security

pesticides, bio- Mission
agents, (Oil Seed
micronutrients, & Oil
bio-fertilizers Palm)/
etc., @ 50 % of NFSM &
the cost limited BGREI
to Rs. 500 per
hectare.
Water Management under National Mission for
Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)
Sr. Type of Quantum of Scheme
No. Assistance Assistance
1 Drip Irrigation Financial Per Drop
assistance up to More
55% for small & Crop
marginal farmers componen
and 45% for other t of
farmers. Pradhan
Mantri
Krishi
Sinchayee
Yojana
(PMKSY)
2 Sprinkler Financial -do-
Irrigation assistance up to
(Portable, mini, 55% for small &
micro, semi, marginal farmers
permanent, large and 45% for other
volume/Raingun farmers.
etc.)
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3 Water 50% of cost Water

Harvesting (Construction cost Harvestin
System for Rs. 125/- for plane g System
individuals and Rs. 150/- per for
cu m for hilly individual
areas) limited to s
Rs. 75,000/-, for
plane areas and
Rs. 90,000/- for
hilly areas
including lining.
4 Drip Irrigation As per the National
System for Oil specification of Food
Palm PMKSY Security
guidelines Mission
(Oil
Seed &
Oil
Palm)
i) Adoption of 50% of cost Rs.

organic farming limited to Rs. 20,000/ha
10000/ha for a
maximum area of
4 ha. per
beneficiary,
spread over a
period of 3 years
involving an
assistance of Rs.
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4000/- in first
year and Rs.
3000/- each in
second & third
year. The
programme to
be linked with
certification.
ii) Organic Rs. 5 lakh for a Project
Certification cluster of 50 ha based
which will include
Rs. 1.50 lakh in
first year, Rs. 1.50
lakh in second
year and Rs. 2.00
lakh in third
year.
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Organic Farming
i) Adoption 50% of cost limited Rs. Sub
of organic to Rs. 10000/ha for a 20,000/ha Scheme
farming maximum area of 4 of NHM
ha. per beneficiary, &
spread over a period HMNEH
of 3 years involving under
an assistance of Rs. MIDH
4000/- in first year
and Rs. 3000/- each
in second & third
year. The
programme to be
linked with
certification.
ii) Organic Rs. 5 lakh for a Project -do-
Certification cluster of 50 ha based
which will include
Rs. 1.50 lakh in first
year, Rs. 1.50 lakh in
second year and Rs.
2.00 lakh in third
year.
iii) Vermi 50% of cost Rs. -do-
compost conforming to the 100,000/
Units / size of the unit of unit for
organic 30’x8’x2.5’ permanent
input dimension of structure
production) permanent structure and Rs.
to be administered on 16,000/-
prorata basis. For unit for
HDPE Vermibed, HDPE
50% of cost vermibed.
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conforming to the
size of 96 cft
(12’x4’x2’) and IS
15907:2010 to be
administered on
prorate basis.
Beekeeping
S. N. Components Rates of assistance
approved under MIDH
(NHM/ HMNeH)
Development and Multiplication of Bee Stock
i. Production of nucleus (Pedigree) stock. Rs.20.00 lakhs/ project
for Research Institutes
/ Public Sector.
ii. Production of Bee colonies by Bee 40% of cost or Rs.4.00
Breeders. lakhs/project (whichever
is less).
2. Distribution of 8 frame bee colonies (50 40% of cost or Rs.800/
bee colonies per beneficiary). per set of bee colony
(whichever is less).
3. Distribution of beehives, supers, etc. (50 40% of cost or Rs.800/
beehives, supers, etc. per beneficiary). per set of beehive, supers,
etc.(whichever is less).
4. Distribution of bee equipments [a set of 40% of cost or Rs. 8000/-
one honey extractor of SS (4 frames) & per set / per beneficiary
10 containers (30 kg each) of FGP /SS, (whichever is less).
1 net & a set of other tools] / unit of 50
bee colonies / beneficiary.
Mushroom
Type Subsidy Maximu Scheme
of
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Assist m /
ance
Subsidy Compo
per unit nent
Area
i) 100% of cost to Rs. 20 -do-
Productio public sector and lakh/unit
n unit 40% of cost for
private sector, for
meeting the
expenditure on
infrastructure, as
credit linked back
ended subsidy.
ii) Spawn 100% of cost to Rs. 15 -do-
making public sector and lakh/unit
unit 40% of cost for
private sector, for
meeting the
expenditure on
infrastructure, as
credit linked back
ended subsidy.
iii) 100% of cost to Rs. 20 -do-
Compost public sector and lakh/unit
making 40% of cost for
unit private sector, for
meeting the
expenditure on
infrastructure, as
credit linked back
ended subsidy.
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Promotion of Integrated Nutrient Management (INM) Integrated Pest

Management (IPM)
Type of Subsidy Maximum Scheme /
Assistance Subsidy per Component
unit Area
i) Promotion 30% of cost Rs. 4000/ha MIDH
of IPM/INM subject to a
maximum of
Rs. 1200/ha
limited to 4.00
ha/beneficiary.
ii) Disease 100% of costs. Rs. 6.00 -do-
forecasting unit lakh/unit
(PSUs)
iii) Bio control lab 100% to Public Rs. 90.00 -do-
sector and 50% lakh / unit
to private
sector.
iv) Plant Health 100% to Public Rs. 25.00 -do-
Clinics sector and 50% lakh / unit
to private
sector.
v) Leaf / Tissue 100% to Public Rs. 25.00 -do-
analysis labs sector and 50% lakh/ unit
to private sector.
Sub-Mission on Agroforestry under NMSA:
Sr. Type of Quantum of

No Assistance Assistance Scheme
.
1. Nursery Small Nursery (0.5ha): Sub-
Developme Rs. 10.00 Lakh Mission on
nt for Big Nursery (1.0 ha): Agroforest
Production Rs. 16.00 Lakh ry
of Quality Hi-tech Nursery: Rs.
Planting 40.00 Lakh
Material
(NDQPM)
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2. Peripheral and Maximum of Rs. 70/- -do-

Boundary per plant
Plantation The assistance will be
given over four years in
(PBP) proportion of
40:20:20:20
3. Low Density Less than 100 plants/ha -do-
Plantation on : As per actual no of
Farm Lands plants @ Rs.70/- per
(LDPFL) plant
>100 upto 500
plants/ha : Rs. 28000(
or in proportion to
planting intensity)
The assistance will be
given over four years in
proportion of
40:20:20:20
4. High Density Magnitude of Indic -
Block ative do-
block Plantations
Plantation total
(HDBP) (no of
plants/block of 1 cost
(Rs)
ha) for
the
block
500 to 1000 (spacing 30000
3.5mX3.5m)
>1000 to 1200 35000
(spacing 3mX3m)
>1200 to 1500(spacing 45000
2.5mX2.5m)
>1500(spacing less 50000
than 2.5mX2.5m))
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The assistance will be

given over four years
in proportion of
40:20:20:20
Funding pattern 60:40 as GoI: State Govts basis for all States
excepting for 8 States of NE Region, the hilly states of
Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir where
it would be 90:10 fund sharing. For UTs, the assistance will
be 100% from GoI.
Assistance under Rainfed Area Development
component of National Mission for Sustainable
Agriculture (NMSA)
Sr. Type of Quantum of Schem

No. Assistance Assistance e
A) Integrated Farming System
1. Cropping 50% of input cost RAD
System (CS) limited to Rs. compone
with rice, 10,000/- per ha with nt of
wheat, permissible National
coarse assistance of Mission
cereal/oil- maximum 2 ha per for
seed/ beneficiary. Sustaina
fibre/pulse ble
based two Agricult
crops. ure
(NMSA)
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2. Horticulture 50% of input cost -

Based limited to Rs. d
Farming 25,000/- per ha with o
System permissible -
(Plantation + assistance of
Crops/ maximum 2 ha per
Cropping beneficiary.
system)
3. Tree/Silvi- 50% of input cost -
Pastural/in- limited to Rs. d
situ/ex- situ 15,000/- per ha with o
conservation permissible -
of Non assistance of
Timber maximum 2 ha per
Forest beneficiary.
Produce
(NTFP)
(Plantation
+
Grass/Crops/
Cropping
System)
4. Livestock Based Farming System
4.1 Cross Breed 50% of input cost of National
Cows + Cropping System Mission
Mixed (CS) including cost for
farming + of animals with one Sustaina
Fodder year concentrated ble
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Buffalo food limited to Rs. Agricult

+Mixed 40,000/- per ha (2 ure
farming milch animals + 1 (NMSA)
+Fodder ha CS)with
Cow/ permissible
buffalo+dair assistance of
y+fodder maximum 2
ha/beneficiary.
cow/ buffalo
+ small
ruminants
4.2 Small 50% of input cost of -
Ruminant + cropping system d
Mixed including cost of o
farming+ animals/birds with -
Pasture
one year
Poultry/ducke concentrated food
ry + Mixed limited to Rs.
Farming 25,000/- per ha(10
Poultry/ducke
animals/50 birds + 1
ry + Fishery
+ Mixed ha Cropping System
Farming (CS) with permissible
assistance of
maximum 2
ha/beneficiary.
5. Fishery Based 50% of input cost of -
Farming cropping/ vegetable d
System system including cost o
-
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of fish farming
limited to Rs.
25.,000/- per ha with
permissible
assistance of
maximum 2
ha/beneficiary
6. Vermi- 50% of cost subject -
compost to a limit of Rs. 125/- d
Units/Organi per cubic ft. o
c Inputs Maximum -
Production permissible
Unit, Green assistance shall be
Manuring Rs. 50,000/- per unit
for permanent
structure and Rs.
8,000 per unit for
HDPE vermin bed.
50% of cost limited
to Rs. 2,000/- per ha
and restricted to 2 ha
per beneficiary for
green manuring.
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7. Silage Construction of silo Nation

making for Pit of 2100-2500 al
increased cubic feet with brick Missio
availability and cement mortar n for
Sustain
of green (either below ground
able
fodder round or above ground )
Agricul
the year. with provision of ture
Chaff Cutter and (NMS
Weighing Balance A)
100 % assistance for
silage making unit
consisting of Silo Pit
Chaff cutter and
Weighing Balance
limited to Rs. 1.25
lakh per farm family.
8 Post- Small village level -
Harvest storage / packaging d
Storage / o
/ processing unit for -
Value value addition to the
addition of produce of farming
NTFP system to fetch
better economic
returns
50 per cent of
capital cost subject
to a limit of Rs. 4000
/- per square meter
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of storage /
processing unit.
Maximum
permissible
assistance shall be
restricted to Rs. 2
lakh per unit.
Subsidy for Fisheries (By NFDB)

S.No Item Activities Unit Cost Subsidy
1. Intensive (i)Reclamation/ Rs 30 000/ i. Farmers - 20 %
aquaculture in Renovation of ha of the Unit Cost
existing ponds ponds and tanks. (Rs.6,000/)
and tanks ii. SC/ST & NE
States- 25% of the
Unit Cost
(Rs. 7,500/-)
2. Intensive (i) Construction Rs I Farmers - 20% of
aquaculture in Of ponds and 2,00,000 the Unit Cost
new ponds tanks. /ha (Rs.40,000/-)
and ii. SC/ST & NE
tanks States – 25% of the
Unit Cost
(Rs. 50,000/-)
3. First-year i. Input costs for Rs 60 000/ i. Farmers - 20 %
inputs reclamation/reno ha of the Unit Cost
vation of (Rs.
tanks/ponds and 12,000/-)
construction of ii. SC/ST & NE
new ponds States – 25% of the
Unit Cost
(Rs. 15,000/-)
4. Establishment Setting up of a Rs 10 20 % of the Unit
of hatchery hatchery with 00000/unit Cost (Rs200000)
for 10
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production of production
fish seed capacity
of 8-10 million
fry per annum.
5. Fish seed (i) Construction Rs.3.00 i. Farmers - 20% of
rearing units of fish seed lakhs the Unit Cost
to produce rearing units (Rs.60,000/-)
quality fish ii. SC/ST and NE
fingerlings States – 25% of the
Unit Cost
(Rs.75,000)
MECHANIZATION AND TECHNOLOGY

A. Sub - Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)
1. Financial Assistance for Procurement of Agricultural Machinery and
Equipment’s
Type of For SC, For SC, For other For other

Agricultural ST, Small ST, Small beneficiary beneficiary
Machinery * & &
Marginal Marginal
farmers, farmers,
Women Women
and NE and NE
States States
beneficiary beneficiary
Maximum Pattern of Maximum Pattern of
Permissible Assistance Permissible Assistance
subsidy per subsidy per
Machine/ Machine/
Equipment Equipment
per per
beneficiary beneficiary
Tractors
1. Tractor 2WD Rs. 2.00 50% Rs.1.60 40%
(08-20 PTO HP) lakh lakh
2. Tractor 4WD Rs. 2.25 50% Rs. 1.80 40%
(08-20 PTO HP) lakh lakh
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3. Tractor 2WD Rs. 2.50 50% Rs. 2.00 40%

(above 20-40 PTO lakh lakh
HP)
4. Tractor 4WD Rs. 3.00 50% Rs. 2.40 40%
HP)
5. Tractor 2WD Rs. 4.25 50% Rs. 3.40 40%
(above40-70 PTO lakh lakh
HP)
6. Tractor 4WD Rs. 5.00 50% Rs 4.00 40%
HP).
Power Tillers
1. Power Tiller Rs. 0.65 50% Rs. 0.50 40%
(below 8 BHP) lakh lakh
2. Power Tiller (8 Rs. 0.85 50% 0.70 lakh 40%
BHP & above) lakh Rs.
Rice trans planter
1. Self-Propelled Rs.1.50 50% Rs. 1.20 40%
Rice Trans lakh lakh
planter( 4 rows)
Self-Propelled Rs. 5.00 Rs. 4.00
Rice Trans lakh. 50% lakh 40%
planter Rs. 8.00 Rs. 6.50
(i) above 4-8 rows lakh. lakh
(ii) above 8-16
rows
Tractor/Power Rs. 0.20 50% 0.16 lakh 40%
Tiller (below 20 lakh
BHP) driven
equipments.
A. Land
Development,
tillage and
seed bed
preparation
equipments:
(i) MB Plow
(ii) Disc Plow
(iii) Cultivator
(iv) Harrow
(v) leveler Blade
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(vi) Cage wheel

(vii) Furrow
opener
(viii) Ridger
(ix) Weed slasher
(x) Furrow opener Rs.0.40 50% 0.32 lakh 40%

(xi) Bund former lakh
(xii) Crust
breaker
(xiii) Rotopuddler
(xiv)
Rotocultivator
(xv) Power
Harrow
Chisel Plough Rs. 0.10 50% Rs. 0.08 40%
lakh lakh
B. Sowing, Rs 0.30 50% 0.24 lakh 40%
Planting, Reaping lakh
and
Digging
Equipments:
(i) Post Hole
digger
(ii) Potato Planter
(iii) Potato Digger
(iv) Ground nut
digger
(v) Strip till drill
(vi) Tractor
drawn reaper
(vii) Onion
harvester
(viii) Rice straw
Chopper,
(ix) Raised Bed
Planter
(x) Sugar cane
cutter/Stripper
(xi) Planter,
(xii) Multi crop
planter
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(xiii) Zero –till

multi crop planter
(xiv) Ridge
furrow planter
(i) Pneumatic Rs. 0.50 50% 0.40 lakh 40%

Planter lakh
(ii) Pneumatic
vegetable
transplanter,
(iii) Pneumatic
vegetable seeder
(iv) Plastic Mulch
Laying Machine
(v) Raised Bed
Planter with
inclined
Plate planter and
shaper
attachment.
(i) Seed treating Rs. 0.15 50% 0.12 lakh 40%
drum lakh
(ii) Seed cum
fertilizer drill (5
tines)
(iii) Aqua ferti
Seed drill (5-7
tines)
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C. Inter Rs. 0.25 50% 0.20 lakh 40%

Cultivation lakh
Equipments:
(i) Grass Weed
Slasher
(ii) Power Weeder
(engine operated
below 2 bhp)
D. Equipments for Rs. 0.25 50% 0.20 lakh 40%
Residue lakh
management/Hay
and Forage
Equipments:
(i) Sugarcane
thrash Cutter
(ii) Coconut
Frond Chopper,
(iii) Straw reaper
(iv) Stubble
shaver
E. Harvesting & Rs. 0.30 50% 0.25 lakh 40%
Threshing lakh
Equipment’s
(Operated by
engine/
electric motor
below 3 hp and by
power tiller , and
tractor of below
20
BHP tractor ):
(i) Ground Nut
Pod Stripper
(ii) Thresher
(iii) Multi crop
Threshers
(iv) Paddy
Thresher
(v) Brush Cutter
(vi) Winnowing
fan
(vii) Maize sheller
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(viii) Mower
(ix) Flail
Harvester
(x) Mower
Shredder (ALL
PURPOSE/All
crops)
Tractor (above20- Rs. 0.30 50% 0.25 lakh 40%
35 BHP) driven lakh
equipments .
A. Land
Development,
tillage and
seed bed
preparation
equipments:
(i) MB Plow
(ii) Disc Plow
(iii) Cultivator
(iv) Harrow
(v) leveler Blade
(vi) Cage wheel
(vii) Furrow
opener
(viii) Ridger
(ix) Weed slasher
(x) Furrow opener Rs. 0.6lakh 50% 0.5 lakh 40%
(xi) Bund former
(xii) Crust
breaker
(xiii) Rotopuddler
(xiv)
Rotocultivator
(xv) Power
Harrow
Rotavator 5 feet Rs. 0.42 50% Rs. 0.34 40%
lakh lakh
Laser Land Rs. 2.00 50% Rs. 1.60 40%
Leveller lakh lakh
zero –till multi Rs. 0.18 50% Rs. 0.16 40%
crop lakh lakh
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Happy/Turbo Rs. 0.728 50% Rs. 0.582 40%

Seeder lakh lakh
D. Equipments for Rs. 0.25 50% 0.20 lakh 40%
Residue lakh
management/Hay
and Forage
Equipments:
Straw reaper
Tractor (above 35 Rs. 0.50 50% Rs. 0.40 40%

BHP) driven lakh lakh
equipments.
(i) MB Plow
(ii) Disc Plow
(iii) Cultivator
(iv) Harrow
(v) Leveler Blade
(vi) Cage wheel
(vii) Furrow
opener
(viii) Ridger
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Important one
liner
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Important one liner:

 It was decided in 2016 that every year 15th October will be celebrated as "Rashtriya
Mahila Kisan Diwas" by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
 In current budget a corpus of funds available to women in self-help groups was Rs
42,000 crore in 2016-17, would be increased to Rs 75, 000 crore by March 2019.
 Free cooking gas to be distributed to rural women through “Ujjawala Yojana”
 Lakshadweep has the highest percentage of women headed households with nearly
40% of the houses headed by women.
 Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has developed portable solar-powered
cold storage device with 500 kg capacity for storing vegetables and fruits, among
other items.
 India accounts for only 4-5% of world’s coffee output, but exports 70-80% of its
produce.
 In India, two coffee varieties Coffea robusta (or Coffea canephora) and Coffea
arabica are grown on large scale.
 First Agriculture minister of Independent India was – Rafi Ahmed Kidwai
 First Deputy chairman of Planning commission was – Gulzari Lal Nanda
 First DG of ICAR was – Dr. B.P. Pal
 First RBI Governor of India – Osborne Smith (April 1935)
 India’s 1st NRC was for the crop – Ground nut
 India’s first All India Co-ordinated research project was for the crop –
Maize
 First soil testing lab was starting in year – 1955-56 (IARI, New Delhi)
 The Indian Journal of Agriculture Sciences published by – ICAR
 Indian Farming Journal Published by – ICAR
 First President of ICAR was – Dr. Muhammad Habibullah
 President of ICAR is – Minister of agriculture and Farmers welfare
 Chairman of NABARD is – Dr. Harsh Kumar Bhanwala
 Chairman of Amul is – Ramsinh Parmar
 Founder member of Amul was – Verghese Kurien & Tribhuvandas kishibhai
Patel
 Largest Farmers’ Cooperative organisation is – IFFCO
 First World Agriculture Prize given by by Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu:
MS Swaminathan
 India with a population of 1.27 billion India is the world's second most
populous country.
 It is the seventh largest country in the world with an area of 3.288 million sq
kms.
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 It has a long coastline of over 7,500 kms.

 India is a diverse country where over 22 major languages and 415 dialects are
spoken.
 India is the world's largest producer of milk, pulses and jute and ranks as the
second largest producer of rice, wheat, sugarcane, groundnut, vegetables,
fruit and cotton.
 It is also one of the leading producers of spices, fish, poultry, livestock and
plantation crops.
 India is the world's third largest economy after the US and China.
 Agriculture, with its allied sectors, is the largest source of livelihoods in India.
 49 percent of its rural households still depend primarily on agriculture for their
livelihood, with 86 percent of farmers being small and marginal.
 In 2017-18, total food grain production was estimated at 275 million tonnes
(MT).
 India is the largest producer (25% of global production), consumer (27% of world
consumption) and importer (14%) of pulses in the world.
 India's annual milk production was 165 MT (2017-18), making India the largest
producer of milk, jute and pulses.
 It is the second-largest producer of rice, wheat, sugarcane, cotton and
groundnuts as well as the second-largest fruit and vegetable producer,
accounting for 10.9% and 8.6% of the world fruit and vegetable production,
respectively.
 Pineapple has been declared state fruit of Tripura
 Madhya Pradesh government has given 50,000 crore farm loan waiver under
the scheme named Jay Kisan Rin Mukti Yojana
 Maharashtra ranks first in Niti Aayog's Index agricultural marketing and
farmer friendly reforms index (AMFFRI).
 Kaleshwaram irrigation project inaugurated in Telangana on 21 June 2019
with fund of 80190 crore.
 Expert committee set up by government has recommended setting the minimum
wages at rupees 375 a day higher than the existing rate of rupees 321 for
agriculture for unskilled worker and rupees 371 for Semiskilled worker.
 National bank for Agriculture and Rural Development announced rupees 700
crore venture capital fund for equity investment in agriculture and rural focused
startup. The fund has been launched by Nabventures a subsidiary of NABARD.
 2019 Golden Leaf award given to tobacco board. It is given for the various
sustainability (Green) initiative of tobacco board in tobacco cultivation.
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 Andhra Pradesh govt. launched “Rythu Bharosa” scheme. It will give Rs 12,500
to Rs 13,500 annually and implement it for five years instead of the promised
four years.
 ‘Yeraringan’Award is given to Prof. M.S. Swaminathan in December, 2017.
 Implementation period for Rastriya Krishi Vikas Yojana is 3 years.
 Karnataka Govt has signed an MoU with Microsoft for use of Artificial
Intelligence in Agriculture.
 Gobindobhog Rice got GI indication and it is the specialty of Burdwan District
of West Bengal.
 Pan card is not required if the sale is upto 2 lakhs/day.
 National Nutrition strategy launched by NITI ayog.
 India ranked 102 in global hunger index in 2019
 IARI was setup in 1905 and second campus will established at Ranchi
(Jharkhand) and third will be at Demaji, Assam.
 International centre for foot and mouth disease is established recently at Argul,
Odisha.
 GM mustard DMH 11 is the genetically modified mustard developed by Centre
for Genetic Manipulation of Crop Plants at Delhi University
 Pradhan Mantri FasalBima Yojana launched on 13th January, 2016.
 The Minimum Support Prices were announced by the Government of India for
the first time in 1966-67 for Wheat.
 Minimum Support Price is the price at which government purchases crops from
the farmers irrespective of the market price.
 The MSP is calculated and recommended by the CACP and decided by
GOI/CCEA.
 Department of Agriculture and Cooperationimplements the Price Support
Scheme (PSS) for Oil Seeds and Pulses through the National Agricultural
Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Ltd. (NAFED).
 Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana is a State Plan Scheme of Additional Central
Assistance launched in August 2007 as a part of the 11th Five Year Plan by the
Government of India.
 Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure (AMI) (The schemes of Grameen
Bhandaran Yojana (2001) (GBY) and Development/Strengthening of
Agricultural Marketing Infrastructure, Grading and Standardization (AMIGS
launched in 2004) is part of AMI from 2014)
 Scientists at the National Dairy Research Institute in Karnal, Haryana have
produced a female clone (named Deepasha) of endangered wild buffalo
(named Asha) of Chhattisgarh.
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 Apurva is a new cloned buffalo calf from the somatic cell of urine, an excretory
material of elite female Murrah buffalo. It was produced by scientists at the
National Dairy Research Institute in Karnal, Haryana. .
 Murrah buffaloes produce more milk than any other variety of buffalo – Up to
32 kg daily
 Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) has initiated a novel scheme –
Krishi Dak in 20 districts in which postmen supplies seeds of improved varieties
of crops to the farmers in remote areas
 The Per Drop More Crop component of PMKSY is implemented with the
objective of enhancing Water Use Efficiency.
 The Rashtriya Gokul Mission has been launched for conservation and
development of indigenous breeds in a focused and scientific manner.
 To control the rising prices of agricultural commodities a Price Stabilization
Fund of Rs. 500 Crore for agricultural commodities was announced
 Student READY is a skill development initiative to strengthen students with
skills to take up global challenges and also to improve both their employability as
well as ability to set up a venture.
 Attracting and Retaining Youth in Agriculture (ARYA) to empower youth in
rural areas to take up agriculture, allied and service sector enterprises for
sustainable income and gainful employment in selected districts.
 Farmer FIRST: It is an ICAR initiative to enhance farmers-scientists contact
with multi stake holders-participation.
 ICAR-Indian Institute of Soil Science, Bhopal has developed a mini lab named
Mridaparikshak’.
 Kisan Suvidha Mobile App has been launched by the Government which
provides information to the farmers on Weather report, Plant Protection, Input
Dealers, Agro-Advisory and Marketing. Besides, Pusa Krishi Mobile App,
Agri-Market App and Crop Insurance Mobile App have also been launched for
the benefit of farmers.
 AKRUTI is an acronym for “Advanced Knowledge and Rural Technology
Implementation” initiative developed for rural entrepreneur.
 India is the largest producer of – gram(sharing 65% area&70% of total global
production)
 DR. AKINWUMI AYODEJI ADESINA, the President of the African
Development Bank (AfDB), is recognized as the 2017 World Food Prize
Laureate. In 2018 it has given to Dr. Lawrence haddad and Dr. David
Nabarro. In 2019 it has given to Dr. Simon Groot
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 ICAR launched a new initiative “Pandit DeenDayal Upadhyay Unnat Krishi

Shiksha Yojana” for training of farmers in organic farming and sustainable
farming.
 Place with minimum rainfall – Leh
 Maximum rainfall disparity state – Kerala
 Evergreen revolution started in 2010
 e- Pashuhaat portal lunched on Nov. 26, 2016 on the occasion of National Milk
day.
 The green house gases are - CO2 , CFC , CH4, etc.
 Central Temperate Horticulture Research institute is situated at - Srinagar
(J&K)
 India’s First Mega Food Park was started in Andhra Pradesh.
 State with highest area for forest- Madhya Pradesh (77462 sq km)
 The BHIM app (Bharat Interface for Money) is introduced by Finance Minister
Arun Jaitley
 Guava – Apple of poor
 Tomato- Orange of poor
 Ber – Poor man’s fruit
 Jack Fruit – Poor man’s food
 Bamboo: poor man’s timber
 “Indian Horticulture” is a bimonthly journal published from ICAR.
 Kinnow is synthetic hybrid developed by H.B. Frost in USA in 1935 by crossing
'King' (Citrus nobilis) × 'Willow Leaf' (Citrus × deliciosa)
 Agriculture minister of India: Narender Singh Tomar
 Farming began around 10,000 B.C. during the First Agricultural Revolution,
when nomadic tribes began to farm.
 The Third Agricultural Revolution, or the Green Revolution, corresponds in the
late 20th century with the exponential population growth occurring around the
world. It includes biotechnology, genetic engineering, chemical fertilizers, and
mass production of agricultural goods
 Fruit farming began sometime between 6000 and 3000 B.C.Figs (Anjeer) were
one of the first cultivated fruit crops.
 Banana is the number one fruit crop in the world. This is the 4th largest overall
crop, after wheat, rice, and corn. They grow in more than 100 countries on farms.
 The tallest, biggest trees or bushes do not always yield the most fruit. Controlling
the height of plants helps produce more fruit in less space. Farmers may also
change a tree’s shape by cutting branches or forcing branches to grow in a certain
direction. The shape of the tree affects its lifespan and the size of its fruit
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 The world population will jump from 7 billion to 9 billion by 2050. Farmers will
need to double food production by then to keep pace.
 Agriculture in our country provides livelihood to 49% of the population.
(Economic Survey)
 Rice – Main food crop in India.
 Coarse Cereals – Jawar, maize, Bajra , Ragi and small millets.
 Oilseeds of India-Groundnut, Mustards, Toria, Soybean, Sunflower, castor seed,
Niger seed, Linseed and safflower.
 Madhya Pradesh – Highest production of soybean and pulses
 Agmark is an acronym for agricultural marketing. This organization certifies
food products for their quality.
 In making the saffron spice the parts of the plant which is used – Stigma.
 Cotton in India grows best on black soil.
 The largest producer of chillies in the world is India.
 Kerala accounts for 92% of India’s rubber production.
 Operation flood is concerned with the improving the availability of milk in the
cities.
 Andhra Pradesh is the leading producer of red chillies.
 U.P. is called the sugar bowl of India.
 Rice is a - Tropical plant.
 The first state in the country to address the agriculture sector in such a big way
with the setting up the specific cabinet on agriculture - Bihar.
 Rice is the most important crop followed by wheat, pulses, oilseeds, sorghum,
and maize.
 Cotton and sugarcane are the principal commercial crops.
 India has one-half of the buffalo and one-sixth of the cattle population of the
world.
 India has 8,129 km of coastline
 New IARI proposed campus are at Jharkhand and Assam
 Some of the millets produced in India are Bajra, Jowar, Ragi.
 About 50 percent people of India are dependent on agriculture for their daily
expenses. Almost every type of food grains are produced by Indian farmers.
 The main food grain of India is rice. In case of North India, it is wheat.
 Growing at low or more crops in sequence on the same piece of land in a farming
year – Sequential cropping
 National rice research institute is located in Cuttack, Odisha.
 National Research Centre for weed science is situated at-Jabalpur (MP)
 National horticulture board was established in the year 1984 in Gurugram.
 Potato rank first among vegetable crops in production in the world
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 Cotton and Jute are the main fiber crops produced in India. Gujarat is the largest
producer of cotton and West Bengal is the largestproducer of Jute.
 Most exported variety of mango is – Alphonso
 King of temperate fruit is – Apple
 Environment day is celebrated on - 5th June
 According to ICMRvegetable required per capita per day is - 285 gram
 NABARD was set up on the recommendation of - Siva Raman committee,1982
under act 1981.
 CAN is a Neutral fertilizer
 Kisandiwas is celebrated on 23 Dec
 Kisan call cente begun in the year 2004
 Gujarat is the first state to establish cashless system for public distribution
system of food grain.
 Number of agro ecological zones (NBSS & LUP) is 20
 First Agriculture minister of India: Rafi Ahmed Kidwai
 Livestock insurance was started in 2005-06 on pilot basis in 100 districts.
 Bacterial leaf blight disease resistant rice varieties: Pusa 1592 and Punjab
Basmati-3
 Blast disease resistant rice variety: Pusa 1609
 Biggest cultivated fruit in world is jack fruit.
 Iron and Vitamin C is deficient (Poor Source) in milk
 Anand is known as milk city of India.
 Bacterial wilt resistant tomato hybrid: Arka Samrat
 Macroni wheat is scientifically called – Triticum durum
 Emmer wheat is scientifically called – Triticum dicoccum
 Wheat, Barley and Oat are the example of – Long day plant
 Rice, Sorghum and Maize are the example of – Short day plant
 Highest area under irrigation in India: U. P
 Highest irrigated area (Percentage wise) is in Punjab.
 Only BT cotton as GMO crop is allowed to grow on commercial level in India. BT
Cotton was approved by GOI in 2002.
 Cotton, Sunflower and Buck wheat are the example of – Neutral plants
 Indian Meteorological Organization situated at – New Delhi(earlier Pune)
 The Directorate of cropping System research is located at - Modipuram,
meerut, U.P.
 In India, the maximum acreage and production of wheat is in UP
 Highest productivity of Wheat is in Punjab.
 Total geographical area of the country -3287263 sq km (328.7 M ha)
 Largest state (area wise)-Rajasthan
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 Smallest state (area wise)-Goa

 Highest water erosion state- Kerala
 Odisha Govt. to roll out Biometrics Authentication for National Food Security
Act Beneficiaries from January 2017
 SRI is introduced in India first time- Tamilnadu (2000)
 World Bank declared Andhra Pradesh no 1 in energy efficiency
 The removal of the lateral branches or suckers or auxiliary buds is called –
desuckring.
 National institute of fisheries post-harvest technology and training (NIFPHATT)
is located at Kochi, Kerala
 National Commission on Farmers (NCF) was established in 2004 and chaired by
MS Swaminathan.
 National agricultural policy was formulated in 2000.
 Genetically Modified Cotton variety developed by Punjab Agricultural University
(PAU), Ludhiana is– PAU Bt 1 and F1861
 ICAR launched the Agricultural Education Portal for Centralised uniform solution
called- EKTA portal (Ekikrit Krishi Shiksha TankiAyaam)
 Bringing Green Revolution to Eastern India (BGREI) is started in 2010
 NMSA derives its mandate from Sustainable Agriculture Mission which is one of
the eight Missions outlined under National Action Plan on Climate Change
(NAPCC). It was started in 2014.hyb
 The farming of Indian white shrimp, Penaeus indicus, is being popularized
because Indian white shrimp canbe farmed as an alternative to exotic white-leg
shrimp (Penaeus vannamei).
 Operation Greens was launched for Tomato, Onion, and Potato. Operation
Greens which will enable the farmers to get the right price for their produce and
these products will be available at reasonable prices to the consumers. For this
purpose, the provision of Rs. 500 crores has been made. This scheme was launched
in 2018-19.
 The population of hilsa (Tenualosa ilisha), an important food fish of Indian sub-
continent, is declining rapidly. Its rearing in brackish water earthen pond suggested
the possibility of captive maturation and reproduction for seed production.
“ज ़िंदगी जीना आसान नही ़िं होता; जिना स़िंघर्ष के कोई महान नही ़िं होता; जि तक न
पडे हथौडे की चोट; पत्थर भी भगवान नही ़िं होता।”
"Life is not easy; No one can become great without struggle; Without
hammer injury; Even a stone is not a god. "
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Current Affairs
Practice Set
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PRACTICE SET-1
1. Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Award is given to
a. Farmers b. Doctoral Thesis c. Agricultural scientists
d. Both a & b e. All of these
2. N.G. Ranga Farmer Award recognize outstanding contribution of

innovative farmers for
a. Diversified agriculture b. Agricultural Thesis
c. Organic Cultivation d. Sustainable Agriculture
e. All of these
3. The Water Use Efficiency (WUE) in Indian agriculture, at about _____

per cent, is one of the lowest in the world, against 55 per cent in China.
a. 40 to 70 % b. 30-40 % c. 50-80 % d. More
than 85%
e. None of these
4. e- Pashuhaat portal lunched in which year _________the occasion of

National Milk day.
a. 2013 b. 2014 c. 2015 d. 2016 e. 2017
5. Livestock insurance was started in ______on pilot basis in 100 districts.

a. 1919-20 b. 1970-71 c. 2005-06 d.
2009-10 e. 2015-16
6. What is the feeding habit of Indian Major carps Mrigal?

a. Silver carp b. Catla c. Rohu d. Mrigal
e. Grass carp
7. How many Pulses crops comes under minimum support Price?

a. 4 b. 5 c. 6 d. 7 e. 11
8. The training and pruning of cashew plants is done during

a. Jan-Feb b. April-May c. Aug-Sept
d. Oct-Nov
e. None of these
9. “Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana” has been launched from the Kharif
season of 2016. What is the premium rate for Kharif crops?
a. 2 % b. 1.5 % c. 3 % d. 5 %
e. None of these
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10. Coffee Board of India establish in 1942 & located on….

a. Kochi b. Kolkata c. Bengaluru
d. Mumbai
e. None of these
11. Balanced fertilizer used at the macro level in India is generally equated
with a nutrient consumption ration of?
a. 4:2:1 b. 3:2:1 c. 1:2:3 d. 2:3:4
e. None of the above
12. Which one of them is/ are not bio fertilizers?

a. Rhizobium b. Azospirillum c. Phosphate solubilising bacteria (PSB)
d. Trichoderma e. None of these
13. What is the India’s rank in producing oranges?

a. 3rd b. 5th c. 6th d. 7th
e. None of these
14. Which oilseeds crop is grown in winter season?

a. Mustard b. Safflower c. Wheat d. Only
a and b
e. All of these
15. If a farmer want to grow pulses, What will be the suitable pH required
for this?
a. 6.0-8.5 b. 5 to 6 c. 9 to 11 d. 9 t0
12
16. A rough seedbed is good for which pulse crop?

a. Chickpea b. Soybean c. Lentil d.
Green Gram
e. All of these
17. According to NABARD norms what is the average productivity (per

day milk yield) of cross bred?
a. 2.36 Kg b. 7.02 Kg c. 4.89 Kg d. 5.89 Kg e. 6.85 Kg
18. According to NABARD norms what is the average productivity (per

day milk yield) of Buffalo?
a. 2.36 Kg b. 7.02 Kg c. 4.89 Kg d. 5.89 Kg e. 6.85 Kg
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19. According to NABARD norms what is the cost of single compost making
unit?
a. Rs.2 lakh/unit b. Rs.5 lakh/unit c. Rs.10 lakh/unit
d. Rs.20 lakh/unit e. Rs.25 lakh/unit
20. According to NABARD, which among the following crop produces

higher biomass?
a. Napier grass b. Berseem c. Sorghum d. Cowpea e. Wheat
ANSWER KEY:
1. c 2. a 3. b 4. d 5. c 6. d 7. b 8. c 9. a 10. c
11. a 12. e 13. a 14. d 15. a 16. a 17. b 18. c 19. d 20. a
PRACTICE SET - 2
1. How many rabi crops comes under minimum support Price?
a. 4 b. 5 c. 6 d. 7 e. 11
2. The main objective of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana was to promote

organic farming in the country. This scheme was launched on…
a. 2007 b. 2009 c. 2015 d. 2016 e. 2019
3. The first time in the country, 2 National Kamdhenu Breeding Centers are
being set up for the overall development of indigenous livestock breeds and
conservation and upgradation of native breeds. These centers will be
establishing at
a. Haryana & MP b. UP & MP c. UP & Punjab
d. MP & AP e. Rajasthan & AP
4. ARYA scheme has proved to be very effective in making the farming an

attractive occupation for educated rural youth. “Rural Entrepreneurship
Awareness” scheme has also been launched for the students. What is the
Abbreviation of First A?
a. Agriculture b. Agricultural c. Attracting
d. Awareness e. None of these
5. ‘Solapur Lal’ variety has iron, zinc and vitamin C. This is the variety
of……
a. Tomato b. Red Chill c. Kiwi
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d. Coconut e. Pomegranate
6. Four backyard poultry varieties were developed and released having

more than double the egg production as compared to native/local breeds.
Which breed & their native is not correctly matched?
a. Jharsim’ for Jharkhan b. ‘Narmada Nidhi’ for Madhya Pradesh
c. ‘Kamrupa’ for Assam d. Himsamridhi’ for Jammu & Kashmir
e. All are mathed
Explanation: Himsamridh is from himachal pradesh
7. Who is the present chairman of AMUL?

a. Ram Singh Parmar b. Harsh Kumar Bhanwala
c. Narendra Singh Tomar d. Muhammad Habibullah
e. None of these
8. Which online facility has been launched by the Union Government to

provide a direct solution to the problem of agriculture sector?
a. e-Krishi Samasya b. e-Krishi Samvad c. e-Krishi Samveda
d. e-Krishi Solution e. None of these
9. Which state has highest land holding? (In hac.)

a. Punjab b. Arunachal c. Nagaland
d. UP
e. Rajasthan
10. Which among the following horticulture crop has highest production?
(In third advance estimate 2018-19)
a. Onion b. Potato c. Tomato
d. Spices
e. both c & d
11. The area ( million ha) under tanks and ponds available for fresh water
aquaculture is-
a. 2.41 b. 1.31 c. 5.2 d. 3.21 e. 4.32
12. According to nabard norms, Under Composite Fish Culture water depth
(metre) should be-
a. 2 b. 1.5 c. 3 d. 0.5 e. 1
13. E -nam portal is available in how many language?

a. 8 b. 7 c. 9 d. 10 e. 22
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14. How many commodities are traded under electronic national agriculture
market?
a. 124 b. 69 c. 96 d. 150 e. 142
15. Which of the following state Agriculture Produce Markets Board has
made special provisions for allotment of shops/godowns/other assets to
registered FPOs ?
a. Madhya Pradesh b. Andhra Pradesh c. Maharashtra
d. Uttar Pradesh e. Punjab
16. With which of the following commodity eNAM reports first inter-State
sale?
a. Potato b. Mustard c. Tomato d.
Wheat
e. Basmati rice
17. What is the Maximum Premium payable by farmer (% of Sum Insured)

for Perennial horticultural crops under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima
Yojana?
a. 2 %of SI or Actuarial rate, whichever is less
b. 1.5 % of SI or Actuarial rate, whichever is less
c. 5 % of SI or Actuarial rate, whichever is less
d. 4 % of SI or Actuarial rate, whichever is less
e. 3 % of SI or Actuarial rate, whichever is less
18. Feeding Habit of Mrigal is-

a. Zoo plankton feeder b. Omnivorous c. Detrivorous
d. Herbivorous e. Phytoplankton feeder
19. According to nabard under Composite Fish Culture Inorganic

fertilization to be undertaken after_______ days of organic manuring.
a. 3 days b. 10 days c. 15 days d. 5
days
e. 12 days
20. According to nabard under Fish Cold Storages scheme Capacity of cold
stores normally ranges between –
a. 1,000 MT and 10000 MT.
b. 2,000 MT and 10000 MT.
c. 1,000 MT and 15000 MT.
d. 5,000 MT and 10000 MT.
e. 5,000 MT and 25000 MT.
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21. According to nabard under FISH FARMING IN WETLANDS scheme

suitable ph for fish culture is?
a. 5.5-8 b. 5-7 c. 7-7.5 d. 7-8.5 e. 8-9.5
22. According to NABARD under FISH FARMING IN WETLANDS

scheme, what is the grow out period (months) of fishes?
a. 7-8 b. 10 c. 11 d. 12
e. 13
23. According to NABARD under integrated fish farming with dairy

scheme, no of cross breed cows should be?
a. 5 b. 10 c. 15 d. 7
e. 9
24. According to NABARD under integrated fish farming with poultry

scheme grow out period of fish is?
a. 7-8 b. 10 c. 11 d. 12
e. 13
25. Yield Increase due to bee pollination in honeybee farming has been
noteworthy Increase (%) in cotton crop yield due to pollination is –
a. 44 b. 32-45 c. 20 d. 90
e. 45
26. The shelling percentage of cashew varies between
a. 20-25 b. 50-55 c. 40-50 d. 30
e. 35-40
27. Gladiolus (Gladiolus sp.) is a very popular bulbous ornamental plant.

What is the suitable soil ph for Gladiolus (Gladiolus sp.)?
a. 6.5-7.5 b. 5.5-6.5 c. 4.5-6.5 d. 4-5
e. 4.5-6
28. According to NABARD, under rural godown scheme what is the capacity
( MT ) of small sizes godowns ?
a. 50,100,200,250 b. 50,100,200,300
c. 50,150,200,250
d. 500,1000,2000 e. 500,1500,2000
29. According to NABARD, under rural godown scheme, In selecting the

location maximum attention should be paid to hygienic and sanitary
conditions of the area, what is the minimum distance (metre )should be
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maintained from dairies and poultry farms –

a. 500 b. 300 c. 200 d. 150
e. 250
30. Which of the following fodder grass have highest biomass production
(MT/ha/year)?
a. Cow pea b. Berseem c. Sorghum d.
Napier grass
e. Cereal in rotation
31. The Task Force on Micro Irrigation had estimated a potential of 69.5 m
ha under micro irrigation whereas the area covered (% of total irrigated
area) under micro irrigation so far (2017-18) is only about?
a. 10 b. 20 c. 25 d. 14
e. 25
32. According to Directorate of Economics and Statistics 2018 what is Per

Capita Net Availability of Food grains in India (Kgs Per Year)?
a. 180 b. 160 c. 150 d. 140
e. 120
33. Which of the following Principal Agricultural Commodities has highest

share in India’s agriculture import in terms of value?
a. Pulses b. Fresh fruits c. Spices d. Cashew
e. Non-basmati rice
34. Which of the following Principal Agricultural Commodities has highest

share in India’s agriculture export in terms of quantity?
a. Pulses b. Fresh fruits c. Spices d. Cashew
e. Non-basmati rice
35. Under the aegis of Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), MUDRA
has created three products i.e. 'Shishu', 'Kishore' and ‘Tarun’ as per the
stage of growth and funding needs of the beneficiary micro unite. What is
limit of Kishore type loan?
a. up to ₹50,000 b. above ₹5,00,000 and up to
₹10,00,000
c. above ₹50,000 and up to ₹5,00,000 d. above ₹5,00,000 and up to ₹15,00,000
e. above ₹10,00,000 and up to ₹10,00,000
36. Under Rythu Bharosa scheme of Andhra Pradesh, each farmer would be
given an annual grant of Rs _______ to meet input costs?
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a. Rs 5000 b. Rs 7,500 c. Rs 12,500 d. Rs

10,000
e. Rs 15000
37. KCC loan limit ( lakh ) for farmer who perusing Crop, animal
husbandry , fisheries and also eligible for 2% interest subvention ?
a. 3 b. 5 c. 2 d. 1.5
e. 4
38. The ICAR celebrates the “Women in Agriculture Day” on

a. 16 oct b. 4 Dec c. 16 Nov d. 18
oct
e. None of these
39. According to forest report 2017 highest dense forest found in

a. MP b. MIZORUM c. ORISSA d. MH
e. ARUNACHAL PRADESH
40. According to forest report 2017 highest mangrove cover found in:
a. MP b. MIZORUM c. ORISSA d. MH
e. ARUNACHAL PRADESH
41. Who is the vice chairperson of NITI Ayog?

a. Aditya Kumar Singh b. Amitabh Kainth c. Rajiv
Kumar
d. Narendra Modi e. Narendar singh tomar
42. Gobar-Dhan Yojna was launched on which year?

a. April 2016 b. April 2017 c. April 2018
d. April 2019 e. None of these
43. Saffron revolution: It was started in 2014. Saffron revolution is related

mainly…...
a. Related to Saffron production b. Related to solar energy
c. Related to Agriculture Production d. Related to Apple production
e. All of these
44. The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was introduced in
a. February 1998 b. April 1998 c. August 1998
d. October 1998 e. December 1998
45. The PMKSY was launched in April 2015. The main objective was to
promote organic farming in the country. Every farmer will be provided Rs.
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_______per acre in three years for seed to harvesting of crops and to

transport produce to the market.
a. 5000 b. 10000 c. 15000 d. 20000
e. 25000
46. National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) Scheme was approved on 1st July
2015. Which state have highest Number of APMCs?
a. MP b. Gujarat c. Maharashtra d.
Chandigarh
e. Odisha
47. National Horticulture Mission is a centrally sponsored scheme launched

in 2005-06. What is the share of Central and state government?
a. 60 & 40 b. 40 & 60 c. 50 & 50 d. 80 &
20
e. 100 % central government
48. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (Scheme for Agro-Marine

Processing and Development of Agro-Processing Clusters) with an allocation
of Rs. 6,000 crore for the period _______.
a. 2015-20 b. 2016-20 c. 2017-20 d.
2018-20
e. 2019-20
49. Which mobile app for farmers for realizing the dream of the Prime
Minister’s Lab to Land Program. It is available in two languages (Hindi and
English)?
a. PUSA KRISHI MOBILE APP b. KISAN SUVIDHA MOBILE
APP
c. AGRIMARKET MOBILE APP d. CROP INSURANCE
PORTAL
e. None of these
50. Kisan Call Center provides information to farmers free through toll free
number 1800-180-1551. These call centres are working in_____ different
locations in the country covering all the States and UTs.
a. 18 b. 19 c. 20 d. 21
e. 22
51. What is the interest subvention to farmer pursuing animal husbandry

and Fisheries?
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a. 2 % b. 3 % c. 4% d. 5 % e. 7 %
52. The restructured National Bamboo Mission (NBM) has been launched in
April, 2018 with an outlay of Rs.1290 crore for ______ i.e. till the end of 14th
Finance Commission.
a. five year b. two year c. three year d. four
year
e. None of these
53. Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centers (AC&ABC)" has been under

implementation since April, 2002. Under this scheme what is subsidy for
respect of women, SC/ST and all categories of candidates from North-
Eastern.
a. 33 % b. 36 % c. 44 % d. 50 %
e. None of these
54. Which of the following is the largest irrigation canal in India?

a. Buckingham Canal b. Sirhind Canal c. Indira Gandhi Canal
d. Sutlej Yamuna Link Canal e. None of these
55. The Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister recently launched
e-Pashuhaat portal to connect breeders and farmers regarding the
availability of bovine germplasm. Who is the Union Ministry of Jal Shakti?
a. Dr. Mahendra Nath Pandey b. Shri Giriraj Singh
c. Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat d. Shri Narendra Singh Tomar
e. Shri Ramvilas Paswan
56. The first ever Agricultural Marketing & Farm Friendly Reforms Index
was launched by
a. Planning Commission b. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
c. NITI Aayog d. Ministry of Home Affairs
e. None of these
57. Sona, PB 18 and Kalyan were the High Yielding Variety Seeds used in
HYVS programme for which among the following crops?
a. Wheat b. Rice c. Cotton d. Maize
e. Sugarcane
58. In which year National Seed Policy was announced?

a. 2000 b. 2002 c. 2004 d. 2006
e. None of these
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59. Which among the following variety accounts for maximum production of
silk in India?
a. Mulberry b. Muga c. Eri d. Tasar
e. Both a & b
60. Govt of India established TRIFED in August 1987, with an objective to
save tribals from exploitation by private traders. Which among the
following is the precise full form of TRIFED?
a. Tribal Federation of India Ltd.
b. Tribal Marketing Development Federation of India Ltd.
c. Tribal Cooperative Federation of India Ltd.
d. Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Ltd.
e. None of these
ANSWER KEY:
1. c 2. c 3. d 4. c 5. e 6. d 7. a 8. b 9. c 10. b
11. a 12. a 13. c 14. d 15. d 16. c 17. c 18. c 19. c 20. a
21. c 22. a 23. a 24. c 25. b 26. a 27. b 28. a 29. b 30. d
31. d 32. a 33. a 34. e 35. c 36. c 37. a 38. b 39. e 40. d
41. c 42. c 43. b 44. c 45. d 46. b 47. a 48. b 49. a 50. d
51. a 52. b 53. c 54. c 55. c 56. c 57. a 58. b 59. a 60. d
PRACTICE SET- 3
1. Under animal husbandry, allocation for Rashtriya Gokul Mission has

been increased to _______crore in 2018–19.
a. 100 b. 350 c. 450 d. 650 e. 750
2. Pradhan Mantri Jan-Dhan Yojana, a national mission on financial

inclusion in India, launched in which year?
a. 2013 b. 2014 c. 2015 d. 2016 e. 2017
3. What is the funding given to Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana

for the period of 2016-20?
e. 100 Crore
4. Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) was launched in April 2015.

What is the total outlay for the three years?
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e. 100 Crore
5. In National Oilseeds and Oil Palm Mission Sharing of expenditure

between Central and State Government for general states
a. 40: 60 b. 90:10 c. 60:40 d. 100 % Central Government
e. None of these
6. Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (Scheme for Agro-Marine Processing and

Development of Agro-Processing Clusters) with an allocation of Rs. 6,000
crores. This scheme was launched in which year?
a. 2014 b. 2015 c. 2016 d. 2017 e. 2018
7. NATIONAL SEED CORPORATION was established in which year?

a. February 1963 b. March 1963 c. July 1963 d. Feb 1968
e. March 1968
8. 'Nal se Jal' scheme, water and sanitation sector is likely to attract

investment worth Rs 6.3 lakh crore in the next five years. This scheme was
launched on?
a. 2015 b. 2016 c. 2017 d. 2018 e. 2019
9. Integrated Development and Management of Fisheries (Blue Revolution)

is the name of an integrated / umbrella scheme covering all existing schemes
related to fisheries. This scheme was approved by Union Cabinet in
December 2015 and the total outlay is of Rs. 3000 Crore for
a. One year b. Two year c. Three year d. Four year e. Five Year
10. National Seed Research and Training Centre (NSRTC) is the apex center
in India to maintain uniformity in seed testing results at national level.
NSRTC is situated in
a. Bengaluru b. Bhopal c. Maharashtra d. Varanasi e. Karnataka
11. Who is the present union minister Chemicals and Fertilizers?

a. Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat b. Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani
c. Shri Ramvilas Paswan d. Shri D.V. Sadananda Gowda
e. Shri Nitin Jairam Gadkari
12. Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) launched in 2015 aims to

provide loans up to ______ to the non-corporate, non-farm small/micro
enterprises.
a. 2.5 lakh b. 5 Lakh c. 7 Lakh d. Up to 10 lakh
e. None of these
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13. Under organic farming what is the capital subsidy for bio-fertilizer &
bio-pesticides unit?
a. 25% b. 33% c. 50% d. 75% e. 100%
14. The first time in the country, 2 National Kamdhenu Breeding Centers
are being set up for the overall development of indigenous livestock breeds
and conservation and upgradation of native breeds. These centers will be
establishing at
a. Haryana & MP b. UP & MP c. UP & Punjab
d. MP & AP e. Rajasthan & AP
15. What is the assistance cost of reclamation of acidic soils under RKVY?
a. 60000 Rs./ha b. 40000 Rs./ha. c. 30000 Rs./ha.
d. 20000 Rs./ha. e. 15000 Rs. /ha.
16. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana is launched in 2017 with an

allocation of rs 6000 crore for the period 2016-2020. This scheme is
implemented by which ministry?
a. Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare
b. Ministry of Food Processing Industries
c. Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
d. Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
e. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
17. National programme for bovine breeding and dairy development

launched in-
a. September 2010 b. August 2017 c. February 2014 d. February 2010
e. September 2010
18. Under the mega food park scheme what is pattern of financial assistance
for NE region and difficult areas?
a. 75 % , 50 crore b. 80% , 50 crore c. 90 % , 75 crore
d. 50 % , 50 crore e. 100 % , 75 crore
19. In which year ‘’Krishi karman award” were instituted by the ministry of
agriculture and farmer welfare?
a. 2005-06 b. 2008-09 c. 2015-16 d. 2010-11 e. 2000-01
20. National Mission on Agricultural Extension and Technology (NMAET)

was launched on –
a. 2010-11 b. 2016-17 c. 2014-15 d. 2008-09 e. 2006-07
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21. “Golden Mahasheer” is a variety of which of the following?

a. Sheep b. Goat c. Fish d. Dolphin
e. None of these
22. Which state has highest production of Onion in India?

a. Madhya Pradesh b. Maharashtra c. Uttar Pradesh
d. Punjab e. Haryana
23. Which state has highest production of cattle meat (2017-18)?
a. Kerala b. Tamil Nadu c. Uttar Pradesh d.
Assam
e. Rajasthan
24. According to Forest report 2017 which among state has Highest Open
Forest?
a. Arunachal Pradesh b. Mizoram c. Nagaland
d. Madhya Pradesh e. Maharashtra
25. In 2016-17 which commodities is highest export share?

a. Basmati rice b. Marine products c. Cotton raw Spices
d. Cotton raw e. Sugar
26. National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm (NMOOP) was started in
which year?
a. 2008 b. 2012 c. 2013 d. 2015 e. 2016
27. What is the estimated irrigation under oilseed right now?

a. 20 b. 40 c. 60 d. 80 e. 100
28. What is the current GST rate on fertilizer?

a. 4 b. 5 c. 12 d. 18 e. 28
29. What is the name of recently established mega food park in dewas, MP?
a. Avantee Mega Food Park b. International Mega Food Park
c. Paithan Mega Food Park d. Dewas Mega Food Park
e. None of these
30. Credit Guarantee Fund for MUDRA Units (CGFMU) will guarantee
loans sanctioned under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY). MUDRA
Stands for?
a. Micro finance under Development and Refinance Agency
b. Medium Units Development and Refinance Agency
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c. Micro Units Development and redevelopment Agency

d. Micro Units Development and Refinance Agency
e. None of these
31. What is the maximum loan limit under PM Mudra Yojana?

a. 10,000 b. 100000 c. 1000000 d. 10000000 e.
100000000
32. How much amount was allocated to MUDRA in Union Budget 2018-19?
a. ₹1 lakh crore b. ₹2 lakh crore c. ₹3 lakh crore d. ₹4 lakh
crore
e. ₹5 lakh crore
33. Jeeraphool from Chhattisgarh recently got GI tag. Jeeraphool is a

variety of?
a. Rice b. Wheat c. Cumin d. Mandarin e. Rose
34. MSME is the second largest employment generating sector after

agriculture. It provides employment to around how much population of the
country?
a. 80 million b. 60 million c. 120 million d. 180 million
e. 240 million
35. Under the 59 minute loan portal www.psbloansin59minutes.com which

enables easy access to credit for MSMEs. What is the maximum limit of loan
can be approved within 59 minutes?
a. 10,000 b. 100000 c. 1000000 d. 10000000 e.
100000000
36. Which among the following category is not eligible for KCC?
a. Individual farmer b. Tenant Farmers c. SHG d. JLG
e. None of these
37. According to RBI, what is the share of priority agriculture sector NPAs
in total NPAs of SCBs?
a. 2 b. 6 c. 8.6 d. 9.2 e. 13.1
38. According to NABARD, what is the growth rate of agriculture in 2018-

19?
a. 2.9 b. 5.0 c. 6.3 d. 7 e. 9
39. Who is the CEO of NABCONS, New Delhi?
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a. Naresh Gupta b. Subrata Gupta c. T. S. Raji Gain

d. Neeraj Kumar Verma e. Nilay D. Kapoor
40. Housing for All by 2022 is related to which scheme?

a. Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana b. Housing for all scheme
c. Rajiv Awas Yojna d. NTR Urban Housing
Scheme
e. Delhi Development Authority Housing Scheme
41. Under soil health card scheme soil is tested in 12 parameters, which of
the following nutrient is not considered in 12 parameters?
a. Fe b. Mn c. Zn d. Ca e. B
42. Under the mega food park scheme India’s first mega food park named
srini mega food park located in which state?
a. Maharashtra b. Andhra Pradesh c. Punjab d. Uttar Pradesh e.
Haryana
43. Under the kisan credit card scheme what is the loan limit for fisheries
and animal husbandry farmers for interest subvention?
a. 3 lakh b. 5 lakh c. 2 lakh d. 1 lakh e. 2.5 lakh
44. In which year NABARD mandated for encouraging cooperative bank

and regional rural banks across the country to issue Rupay KCC card?
a. 2015 b. 2013 c. 2017 d. 2018 e. 2009
45. Paramparagat Krishi vikas yojna ( PKVY ) was launched in April 2015
,which of the state has first rank (area wise) in organic certification ?
a. Maharashtra b. Andhra Pradesh c. Sikkim d. Madhya Pradesh
e. Himachal Pradesh
46. A central sector scheme ‘’mission organic value chain development for
north eastern region ‘’ (movcdner) was launched in which year?
a. 2015 b. 2016 c. 2010 d. 2012 e. 2017
47. National agriculture market scheme launched on 14 April 2016, this

scheme is implemented by –
a. Department of agriculture & cooperation b. SFAC
c. Ministry of commerce and industry d. Both a and b
e. All of the above
48. In which of the following state e-NAM scheme is not implemented so far?
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a. UP b. West Bengal c. Uttarakhand d. Himachal Pradesh d. Karnatka
49. What is total investment outlay of dairy processing and infrastructure

development fund for the period of 2017-18 to 2019-20?
a. 8004 crore b. 10881 crore c. 2001 crore d. 6000 crore e. 2430 crore
50. What is the total budget allocation for National Livestock Mission
Scheme for the year 2019-20 with new component, Entrepreneurship
Development & Employment Generation (EDEG)?
a. 500 crore b. 159.99 crore c. 199.89 crore d. 269 crore e. 321 crore
51. Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAmman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) was started on 1

February, 2019 at? (Source: ACC April Magazine)
a. Nagore, Raj. b. Bhopal, MP c. Nagpur, Maharashtra
d. Gorakhpur, UP e. Mysore, Karnataka
52. According the agriculture census 2015-16, what is the percentage of

Semi-medium and Medium farmer (2-10 ha) ? (Source: ACC April
Magazine)
a. 86.2% b. 17.3% c. 32.16% d. 13.22% e. None of these
53. Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation is a
scheme of which state? (Source: ACC April Magazine)
a. West Bengal b. UP c. Assam d. Karnatka e. None of these
54. What is the outlay of Rashtriya Gokul Mission for the period of 2014-15
to 2019-20? (Source: ACC May Magazine)
a. 2000 crore b. 1000 crore c. 1025 crore d. 2125 crore e. 2025 crore
55. What will be the per acre benefits under Krishi Krishak Bandhu scheme
? (Source: ACC May Magazine)
a. 2000 b. 6000 c. 25000 d. 5000 e. None of these
56. Pricing policy for sugarcane was changed in which year from SMP to
FRP?
a. 1965 b. 1975 c. 2009 d. 2018 e. None of these
57. Which among the following crop is not covered under the MSP by
CACP?
a. Safflower b. Masur c. Sesamum d. Urad e. Sugarcane
58. What is the current MSP of Bajra?

a. 2450 b. 1950 c. 1750 d. 1770 e. 1700
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59. National Food Security Mission is being implemented in how many

districts?
a. 654 b. 638 c. 612 d. 457 e. 322
60. Which method is used by CACP to calculate Minimum support price

(MSP)?
a. A2 b. A2+FL c. C2 d. Both A and B
e. None of these
ANSWER KEY:
1. e 2. b 3. c 4. c 5. c 6. d 7. b 8. e 9. e 10. d
11. d 12. d 13. a 14. d 15. e 16. b 17. c 18. a 19. d 20. c
21. c 22. b 23. a 24. d 25. b 26. b 27. b 28. c 29. a 30. d
31. c 32. c 33. a 34. c 35. d 36. e 37. c 38. a 39. a 40. a
41. d 42. b 43. c 44. b 45. d 46. b 47. d 48. d 49. b 50. c
51. d 52. d 53. e 54. e 55. d 56. c 57. e 58. b 59. b 60. b
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PRACTICE SET – 4
1. Tree plantation on farm land “Har Medh Par Ped” along with crops/
cropping system. What is the assistance of Big Nursery (1.0 ha) for Nursery
Development for Production of Quality Planting Material in Sub-Mission on
Agroforestry?
a. 10 lakh b. 16 lakh c. 25 lakh d. 40 lakh e. None of these
2. Kisan Suvidha mobile app can be used to provide relevant information to

farmers through mobile. It is available in how many languages?
a. 7 b. 10 c. 21 d. 24 e. 28
3. Kisan Call Centre (KCC) Started on 21st January, 2004. It is cover in how
many states and UTs?
a. 18 states b. 23 states c. All states d. All states & UTs e. None of
these
4. Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centers (AC&ABC)" has been under

implementation since April, 2002. Under this scheme what is subsidy for
respect of women, SC/ST and all categories of candidates from North-
Eastern.
a. 33 % b. 36 % c. 44 % d. 50 % e. None of these
5. Which state & UTs have highest number of e-NAM mandis?

a. Andhra Pradesh b. Punjab c. Gujarat d. Uttar Pradesh e. Madhya
Pradesh
6. PMKSY was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs on

01.07.2015 with an outlay of Rs. _____ for a period of 5 years (2015-16 to
2019-20).
e. 50000 Crore
7. What is the assistance of reclamation of acidic soil under the RKVY sub-
scheme on Reclamation of Problem Soil?
a. 10000 /ha b. 15000/ha c. 20000/ha d. 50000/ha e. 60000/ha
8. Soil health card has been launched on 19th February 2015. Under this
scheme provide assistance Rs.___ for Distribution of Micronutrients & soil
ameliorants.
a. 2500 /ha b. 5000/ha c. 10000/ha d. 20000/ha e. 50000/ha
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9. What is the interest subvention to farmer pursuing animal husbandry and

Fisheries?
a. 2 % b. 3% c. 4% d. 7 e. 9%
Finance Commission.
a. five year b. two year c. three year d. four year e. None of these
11. Which of the following winners for the farming leader ship award-2018?
a. Shailendra Chaudhary b. PK joshi c. Ammar Zaidi
d. Anthony Selorm e. Rudy Rabbinge
12. India state forest report (ISFR) publication of forest survey of India is
………
a. Annual b. biannual c. Bicentennial d. After every 5 years
e. After every 10 years
13. Rashtriya Gokul Mission" has been launched in Dec. 2014 with an outlay
of Rs _____ crore for development and conservation of indigenous breeds
through selective breeding especially for genetic upgradation of 11.3 crore
low milk yield nondescript bovine population.
a. 1000 b. 2025 c. 3026 d. 4026 e. 5000
14. What is the interest subvention to farmer pursuing animal husbandry

and Fisheries?
a. 2 % b. 3% c. 4% d. 7 e. 9%
15. The national food security bill was enacted on____

a. 2002 b. 2005 c. 2007 d. 2010 e. 2013
Finance Commission.
a. five year b. two year c. three year d. four year e. None of these
17. Under soil health card Soil Samples will be collected by a trained person
from a depth of _____ cm by cutting the soil in a "V" shape.
a. 5-10 cm b. 10-15 cm c. 15-20 cm d. 20-25 cm e. None of these
18. What does 'I' stands for in NITI Aayog?

a. Institute b. Implementation c. Important d. Institution
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e. Information
19. New regional center of IRRI South Asia Regional Centre is getting
established at?
a. Varanasi b. Lucknow c. Mysore d. Calcutta e. Bhopal
20. What is the targeted productivity of silk by end of 2019-20 (kg/ha)?

a. 100 b. 111 c. 121 d. 161 e. 177
21. As per the Indian Banking Association upto the loan amount of ….lakhs
there will be no charges for processing, documentation, inspection, ledger
folio under KCC?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4 e. 5
22. What is the contribution of fisheries and aquaculture production in

agricultural GDP?
a. 1 % b. 1.15% c. 2 % d. 3% e. 5%
23. Which among the following micronutrient is not included in the testing
parameters of soil in soil health card?
a. Mn b. Zn c. Fe d. Cu e. None of these
24. What is the present import duty on wheat?

a. 20% b. 30% c. 40% d. 50% e. None of these
25. Which among the following is the minor source of irrigation in India?
a. Tube wells b. Canals c. Tanks d. River e. None of these
26. What is the reporting area for land utilization in India?

a. 328 M.ha. b. 228 M.ha. c. 307.8 ha. d. 307.8 M.ha
e. None of these
27. What is the GST rate on drip and sprinkler irrigation equipment?
a. 0 b. 5 c. 12 d. 18 e. 28
28. Which among the following is eligible to get Kisan credit card?
a. Individuals farmer b. Joint Farmer c. Tenant farmers
d. All of these e. Only A and B
Eligible farmer: All farmers – individuals/Joint cultivator owners

Tenant farmers, oral lessees and share croppers etc.
SHGs or Joint liability groups including tenant farmers.
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29. Agri export zone for onion is located at?

a. Tamil Nadu b. West Bengal c. Karnataka d. Maharashtra
e. None of these
30. Which among the following country has the highest export from India
for Mango Pulp?
a. Netherland b. Algeria c. Saudi Arabia d. Oman
e. Iran
31. According to Indian state of forest report 2017 which state has highest
percentage of forest cover?
a. Madhya Pradesh b. Mizoram c. Lakshadweep
d. Arunachal Pradesh e. Andaman & Nicobar islands
32. What is the name of the project which is recently launched by Bank of
Baroda aimed at digitization of digital services for agriculture?
a. Baroda Digital b. Baroda Agri c. Baroda Farmer
d. Baroda Card e. Baroda Kisan
33. India has signed an agreement with which country for cooperation in
Agriculture and Food Industry.
a. Russia b. France c. Maldives d.
Ukraine
e. None of these
34. Maharashtra Government has launched a project known as SMART to

transform rural Maharashtra. This project is assisted by?
a. Maharashtra government b. Government of India
c. World bank d. NABARD
e. RBI
35. What is the name of the scheme which aims to provide a payment of
Rs.6000/- per year for the farmers’ families with cultivable land holding upto 2
hectare?
a. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
b. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Samman Nidhi
c. Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Nidhi
d. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sampda Nidhi
e. None of these
36. What is the number of markets covered under AGMARKNET?
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a. 1122 b. 2233 c. 3355 d. 4433 e. 4456
37. How many soil health card have been issued in cycle-2
a. 9 crore b. 10 Crore c. 12 Crore d. 15 Crore e. 19 Crore
38. Which among the following scheme is responsible for organic farming
development?
a. MOVCDNER b. Parampragat Krishi Vikas Yojana
c. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana
d. Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture e. All of these
39. Premium of PMFBY is shared between state and center in the ratio of?
a. 20:80 b. 80:20 c. 40:60 d. 60:40 e. 50:50
40. Presently India has 713 KVKs. What is the number of Agricultural
Technology Management Agencies?
a. 713 b. 700 c. 600 d. 684 e. 600
41. The GOI has approved a scheme to implement National Agriculture

Market (NAM). Which of following state having highest number of national
agriculture market (NAM)?
a. Telangana b. Madhya Pradesh c. Gujarat
d. Maharashtra
e. Haryana
42. As per the coconut palm insurance scheme, what is premium rate per
palm for age Group of 4 to 15 years.
a. Rs 14 b. Rs 12 c. Rs 9 d. Rs 11
e. Rs 15
43. What is the premium rate for kharif crops, according to weather based
crop insurance scheme?
a. 2 % b. 1.5 % c. 2.5% d. 1%
e. None of these
44. According to soil health card scheme, what is the criteria for assistance
in distribution of Micronutrients And soil ameliorates?
a. 1500 rs/ha b. 2500 rs/ha c. 2000 rs/ha d. 6000 rs/ha
e. 3000 rs/ha
45. What is the rates of assistance approved under MIDH for production of
bee colonies by bee breeders?
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a. 40 % of cost or rs 4 lekh/project b. 30% of cost or rs 3

Lakh/project
c. 40% of cost or rs 3 lakh/ project d. 50% of cost or rs 4 Lakh/
project
e. 40 % of cost or rs 5 lakh/ project
46. which of the following insurance scheme/schemes is/are being

implemented in India?
a. PMFBY b. WBCIS c. CPIS d. UPIS
e. All of these
47. What is the percentage of subsidy given by SMAM scheme of gov of

India on 2 WD tractor ( above 20 - 40 PTO HP) for SC ST farmer?
a. 45 b. 55 c.40 d. 50
e. 35
48. What is the amount of subsidy by SMAM scheme of gov of India on

power tiller ( below 8 HP) for St SC farmers?
a. 65000 b. 50000 c. 40000 d. 35000
e. 55000
49. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana(PMFBY) launched in 2016. under

PMFBY scheme if the sowing is not done due to adverse weather/climate,
claims upto what percentage of sum insured will be paid for prevented
sowing/planting risk
a. 30 b. 35 c. 25 d. 50 e. 45
50. PMKSY was approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs

on 01.07.2015 for a period of 5 years (2015-16 to 2019-20). What is the
amount of fund allocated for this scheme?
a. 5000 cr b. 50000 lakh c. 50000 cr d. 5000
lakh
e. None of these
51. According to Global leadership award 2019 which state has got the
award for Best Fisheries State?
a. Bihar b. Odisha c. Gujarat d. Mizoram
e. Nagaland
52. As per APEDA, what is the total farm area currently under organic
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farming?
a. 27.70 lakh hectare b.17.70 lakh hectare c. 2.7 million
hectare
d. both a& c e. both a& b
53. According to a recent estimate the production of milk for 2018-19 is

188.1 million tonne. What is the milk production for 2017-18?
a. 167.4 mt b. 176.35 Mt c. 170 Mt d. 173
Mt
e. 180 Mt
54. According to APEDA, the maximum % age share in export for Dairy
products is 17.34%. this maximum export is to which country?
a. UAE b. US c. Bangladesh d. Netherlands
e. Oman
55. National Animal Disease Control Program for FMD & Brucellosis is
approved on 31st may 2019. What is the total outlay for this scheme for
(2019-24)?
a. 13,343 crore b. 13,400 crore c. 13,334 crore d. 13,433 crore
e. 13, 330 crore
56. For operationalization of space technology developed in ISRO for crop

production forecasting Dept. Of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers
welfare has established a centre Mahala Nobis National crop Forecast centre
in which year?
a. 2013 b. 2012 c. 2011 d. 2010
e. 2014
57. Dept. Of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers welfare is using space

technology for various programmes:
a. FASAL b. CHAMAN c. NADAMAS d. both a& b
e. All of these
58. There are changes in tax rate on Agricultural commodities. What is the
tax rate under GST for Drip and sprinkler irrigation equipment?
a. 5% b. 12% c. 18 % d. 28%
e. 6%
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59. The first product to get GI tag in India was Darjeeling Tea. Which
among the following got GI tag this year?
a. jeeraphool b. Kandhmal haldi c. Chulli oil d. all of
these
e. None of these
60. Recently, in Himachal Pradesh a new Mega Food park is established. In

which state the first Aqua mega food park is established?
a. Madhya Pradesh b. Andhra Pradesh c. Kerala d.
Karnataka
e. U.P.
ANSWER KEY:
1. b 2. a 3. d 4. c 5. d 6. e 7. b 8. a 9. a 10. b
11. c 12. b 13. b 14. a 15. e 16. b 17. c 18. d 19. a 20. b
21. c 22. e 23. e 24. c 25. c 26. d 27. c 28. d 29. d 30. c
31. b 32. e 33. c 34. c 35. a 36. c 37. a 38. e 39. e 40. d
41. c 42. c 43. a 44. b 45. a 46. e 47. d 48. a 49. c 50. c
51. b 52. d 53. b 54. a 55. a 56. b 57. e 58. b 59. d 60. b
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PRACTICE SET - 5
1. Paddy is an Important crop of India. What is the MSP of Grade A paddy
(2019-20)?
a. 1750 b. 1770 c. 1835 d. 1815
e. 1770
2. Which of the following crop does not covered under MSP rates?
a. Groundnut b. Soybean Black c. Soybean Yellow d.
Safflower
e. All Crops covered under MSP rate
3. umbrella scheme PM-AASHA that is aimed towards ensuring

remunerative prices to farmers for their produce, In PM-AASHA “S”
stands for?
a. SanraksHan b. Samman c. Suraksha d.
Sustainable
e. None of these
4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, is financial inclusion program of

Government of India. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan scheme was launched
on…..
a. 2013 b. 2014 c. 2015 d. 2016
e. 2017
5. Which of the following bacteria non-symbiotic nitrogen Fixers?

a. Rhizobium b. Azospirillium c. Acetobacter
d. Azotobacter e. None of these
6. Under organic farming what is the capital subsidy for bio-fertilizer & bio-
pesticides unit?
a. 25% b. 33% c. 50% d. 75% e. 100%
7. In 2017-18 which State have highest production of Pineapple?

a. Andhra Pradesh b. Maharashtra c. West Bengal d.
Kerala
e. Karnataka
8. In India which state have highest production of Mushroom (2017-18)?

a. Uttar Pradesh b. Madhya Pradesh c. Tripura d. Himachal
Pradesh
e. Karnataka
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9. According to APEDA Which Country have highest production of Apple

(2017)?
a. China b. USA c. India d. Pakistan
e. None of these
10. First Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) at Puducherry (Pondicherry) was

established in 1974 under TNAU & Department of Agricultural Research
and Education (DARE) established in
a. 1970 b. 1972 c. 1973 d. 1974 e. 1975
11. Coffee Board of India establish in 1942 & located at….

a. Kochi b. Kolkata c. Bengaluru d.
Mumbai
e. None of these
12. Panjabrao Deshmukh award consist of rs. one lakh in cash and citation
along with provision of equal amount of one lakh. This award given to….
a. Farmers b. Woman scientist c. Men scientist
d. Both a & c e. All of these
13. The Kisan Credit Card (KCC) scheme was introduced in August 1998.
Card valid for………. subject to annual review.
a. 1 years b. 2 years c. 3 years d. 4
years e. 5 years
14. Kisan Call Centre (KCC) Started on 21st January, 2004. It is covered?
a. 18 states b. 23 states c. All states d. All
states & UTs
e. None of these
Finance Commission.
a. five year b. two year c. three year d. four
year
e. None of these
16. The national food security bill was enacted on____

a. 2002 b. 2005 c. 2007 d. 2010
e. 2013
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17. Which crop is not Included National Food Security Mission (NFSM)
during the 12th Five Year Plan?
a. Rice b. Wheat c. Pulses d.
Coarse Cereals
e. Oilseeds
18. In Union Budget 2018 has made provision for around Rs.2450 crore for
establishment of Animal Husbandry Infrastructure Development Fund
(AHIDF). Dairy Entrepreneurship Development scheme Launched On
a. 2005 b. 2010 c. 2012 d. 2015 e. 2016
19. What is the GST rate on fertilizer in India?

a. 0% b. 8% c. 12% d. 18% e. 28%
20. Pusa Double Zero is the new released variety of
a. Wheat b. Rice c. Maize d. Mustard
e. Soybean
21. About 50% of the cropped area in India is under irrigated area. what is
the area (m ha) under micro irrigation in India?
a. 4.7 b. 5.6 c. 10.2 d. 12.5 e. 7.5
22. Which of the following state has highest area under drip irrigation?
a. Rajasthan b. Maharashtra c. Gujarat
d. Up
e. Tamil Nadu
23. Which of the following state has highest area under sprinkler irrigation?
a. Rajasthan b. Maharashtra c. Gujarat
d. Up
e. Tamil Nadu
24. India is one of largest fertilizer consumer countries in the word, In the
year 2017-18 nitrogen consumption in India is about 17 million tones. Which
of the following element’s fertilizer has highest share in India’s import?
a. N b. P c. K d. S e. Mg
25. According to Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers

Welfare state/Ut having highest consumption of fertilizer (N,P,K) per
hectare ?
a. Telangana b. Puducherry c. Punjab d.
Haryana
e. Bihar
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26. Odisha government has launched a scheme named KALIA? In KALIA

“L” stand for?
a. Livestock b. Livelihood c. Light d. Land
restoration
e. Landforms
27. MSP of cotton (long staple) for year 2019-20?

a. 5550 b. 5255 c. 7050 d. 5150 e. 3725
28. MSP of cotton ( medium staple ) for year 2018-19 ?

a. 5550 b. 5255 c. 7050 d. 5150 e. 3725
29. Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) is a scheme launched by the

Hon’ble Prime Minister on April 8, 2015 for providing loans (lakhs) up to –
a. 10 b. 5 c. 12 d. 15
e. 20
30. Under the aegis of Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), MUDRA
has created three products i.e. 'Shishu', 'Kishore' and ‘Tarun’ as per the
stage of growth and funding needs of the beneficiary micro unite. What is
limit of Kishore type loan?
a. up to ₹50,000 b. above ₹50,000 and up to
₹5,00,000
c. above ₹5,00,000 and up to ₹10,00,000
d. above ₹5,00,000 and up to ₹15,00,000
e. above ₹10,00,000 and up to ₹10,00,000
31. According to FAO women contribution to India agriculture is –

a. 35% b. 32% c. 40% d. 50% e. 25%
32. The ICAR-National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack has developed a

new rice variety CR Dhan 310, which is rich in?
a. Zinc b. Silicon c. Protein d.
Carbohydrate
e. Potassium
33. Central rice research institute (CRRI) was setup on 23rd April 1946 at
Cuttack Odisha. the institute has two research stations, one of them central
rainfed upland rice research station is situated in –
a. Hazaribagh b. Cuttack c. Hyderabad d. New Delhi
e. Assam
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34. In order to double the farming income what is the target value (US$) of
agriculture export by 2022?
a. 60+ b. 30+ c. 100+ d. 50+
e. 70+
35. Under Rythu Bharosa scheme of Andhra Pradesh, each farmer would be
given an annual grant of Rs _______ to meet input costs?
a. Rs 5000 b. Rs 7,500 c. Rs 12,500 d. Rs
10,000
e. Rs 15000
36. India’s first cow sanctuary Kamdhenu Gau Abhyaranya was established in
which district of Madya Pradesh (MP)?
a. Gwalior b. Agar Malwa c. Seoni d.
Raisen
e. Indore
37. National food security mission – rice is being implemented in how many
districts?
a. 638 b. 269 c. 202 d. 126
e. 194
38. National food security mission – pulses is being implemented in how

many districts?
a. 638 b. 269 c. 202 d. 126
e. 194
39. Marayoor jaggery of which state has got Geographical Indication (GI)
tag from the central government?
a. Karnataka b. Madhya Pradesh c. Odisha
d. Kerala
e. Tamil Nadu
40. Which state has topped the Agricultural Marketing & Farm Friendly
Reforms Index (AMFFRI)?
a. Karnataka b. Tamil Nadu c. Chhattisgarh d. Maharashtra
e. Gujarat
41. Which among the following variety of groundnut has recently released
by directorate of groundnut research (DGR) for cultivation in west Bengal,
Orissa and Manipur?
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a. Girnar-1 b. Girnar-2 c. Girnar-3 d. M-13

e. None of these
42. Which among the following variety of groundnut has recently released
by directorate of groundnut research (DGR) for cultivation in northern
Rajasthan, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh?
a. Girnar-1 b. Girnar-2 c. Girnar-3 d. M-13
e. None of these
43. What is the name of wheat variety which is developed by the Indian
Institute of Wheat and Barley Research. It can give Average yield of this
variety is 47.2 quintal per hectare & if grown in favourable conditions, it can
give up to 57 quintals / hectare?
a. DBW173 b. Narendra Wheat L076 c. Sonali HP L633
d. UP 2425 e. HD - 2888
44. Which among the following wheat variety is suitable for making
biscuits?
a. DBW173 b. Narendra Wheat L076 c. Sonali HP L633
d. UP 2425 e. H-490
45. What is the average per ha. consumption (kg/ha.) of fertilizer in India
(2018-19)?
a. 48 b. 97 c. 133 d. 148
e. 248
46. India is the … largest producer of silk in the world

a. First b. Second c. Third d. Fifth e.
Seventh
47. Which among the following is the major source of irrigation in India?
a. Tube wells b. Canals c. Tanks d. Private canal
e. None of these
48. Which among the following state has highest production of eggs?
a. Andhra Pradesh b. Telangana c. Sikkim d. UP
e. Punjab
49. Which among the following state has highest production of fishes?
a. Andhra Pradesh b. Bihar c. Gujarat d. UP
e. MP
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50. What is the India’s rank in overall fishes plus aquaculture production?
a. 1st b. 2nd c. 3rd d. 4th
th
e. 5
51. Headquarter of directorate of marketing and inspection (DMI) located

at:
a. Faridabad (haryana) b. Hissar c. New Delhi d.
Mumbai
e. Vishakhapatnum (AP)
52. The fisheries and aquaculture production contribute around................%

to India's Gross Domestic product (GDP) and................% over to the
agricultural GDP.
a. 1.1, 5 b. 5, 1.1 c. 1, 5 d. 2 , 5 e. 3, 5
53. Union budget 2018 has made provision for around Rs......... for
establishment of animal husbandry infrastructure development fund
(AHIDF).
a. 2450 cr b. 2500 cr c. 3000 cr d. 6000 cr e.
2000 cr
54. Dairy processing and infrastructure development fund has been set up as
a Corpus of Rs......... with NABARD over a period of 3 years (2017-18) to(
2019-20).
a. 8000cr b. 10000cr c. 7000cr d.
6000cr
e. None of these
55. Which will be responsible for providing training to eligible candidates

under ACABC scheme?
a. MANAGE b. ICAR c. KVK d. NABARD
e. state agriculture university
56. Agriclinics and agribusiness centres schemes(ACABC) launched on

a. April 2002 b. May 2002 c. March 2002 d. February
2002
57. Total indebtedness among agricultural household is.....

a. 52.5% b. 50% c. 49% d. 100% e. 30%
58. Total ____________%farmers are under the category of small and
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marginal farmers.
a. 87 b. 80 c. 89 d. 49
e. 50
59. NABARD Has proposed..........Crores For the development of 22,000

rural Agricultural markets (rural hatts) of the country.
a. Rs 2000 b. Rs 3000 c. Rs 5000 d. Rs
6000
60. Which states have reported the highest number of forest fire incident in
the century.
a. North eastern states b. North states c.Western states
d. Southern states e. Southwestern states
ANSWER KEY:
1. c 2. e 3. a 4. b 5. d 6. c 7. c 8. a 9. a 10. c
11. c 12. b 13. e 14. d 15. b 16. e 17. e 18. b 19. c 20. d
21. c 22. b 23. a 24. a 25. b 26. b 27. a 28. d 29. a 30. b
31. b 32. c 33. a 34. a 35. c 36. b 37. e 38. a 39. d 40. d
41. c 42. b 43. a 44. e 45. c 46. b 47. a 48. a 49. a 50. b
51. a 52. a 53. a 54. a 55. a 56. 57. a 58. a 59. a 60. a
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“Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human
spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives
within each of us.”
—Wilma Rudolph
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A book for all Agricultural

We have a great pleasure while publishing our third edition of “Agriculture

 Hello everyone, I am your coach Deepak Wadhwa. I am writing this

1. Economic Survey 2018-19

Highlights of Economic Survey 2018-19

 Gross Value Added (GVA) in agriculture decreased from 6.3 percent in

Union Budget 2019-20

I. Allocation to Centrally Sponsored Schemes:

VI. e-NAM & Agri-marketing

Minimum Support Price:

Current MSP Rate:

Commodity 2018-19 2019-20

Paddy Common 1750 1815

Paddy Grade'A' 1770 1835

Jowar-Hybrid 2430 2550

Jowar-Maldandi 2450 2570

Bajra 1950 2000

Ragi 2897 3150

Maize 1700 1760

Tur (Arhar) 5675 5800

Moong 6975 7050

Urad 5600 5700

Groundnut 4890 5090

Sunflower Seed 5388 5650

Soyabean Yellow 3399 3710

Sesamum 6249 6485

Nigerseed 5877 5940

Medium Staple Cotton 5255

Wheat 1840 1925

Barley 1440 1525

Gram 4620 4875

Lentil (Masur) 4475 4800

Rapeseed/ mustard 4200 4425

Safflower 4945 5215

OTHER COMMERCIAL CROPS

Copra (Milling) 9521

Copra (Ball 9920

List of current cabinet Ministers:

1. Shri Narendra Singh Tomar: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare,

Top Three Export Destination Of India

1st 2nd 3rd

Buffalo meat Vietnam Malaysia Indonesia

Top two Import destination of India:

NABARD Annual report:

 Growth rate of different sector:

 The low growth of agricultural sector GVA resulted in a declining share

Gross cropped area (Million Ha.) 198.36

 Gross Capital Formation (GCF):

 Promotion of FPOs under PRODUCE fund:

Number of FPOs 2154

The NABARD All India Financial Inclusion Survey (2015-16)

 Web Portal developed by NABARD:

Web Portals Purpose

E-Shakti Digitization of SHG, It coveres 4.34 lakhs

Watershed To capture physical progress of watershed

Tribal Data of TDF projects funded by NABARD

Krishak For the Digitization of farmers club and their

NabSkill To capture detail of various stakeholders

Krishak Portal and app for data collection on pilot

20th Livestock Census

 The total sheep in the country is 74.26 Million in 2019, increased by

Distribution of Livestock Population