The objective of the scheme is to conduct adaptive research trials on different crops in the Research Farms and in Farmers’ Field for adaptability and use of bio pesticides/bio agents.
Agriculture Research Stations and Laboratories Scheme - Introduction
The “Agriculture Research Stations and Laboratories Scheme” was launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya to conduct adaptive research trials on different crops in the Research Farms and in Farmers' Fields for adaptability and use of bio-pesticides/bio-agents.
Benefits
Pattern of Assistance:
- Adaptive research at farmers' field.
Type of Assistance And Entitlement (If Any):
- Training on Soil management, Providing Soil Health Cards, Conducting soil surveys, etc.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a permanent resident of Meghalaya.
- The applicant should be a bonafide farmer engaged in agriculture.
Application Process
The eligible bonafide farmer can apply/write an application on plain paper. Along with the application, attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Submit the duly filled and signed application along with the documents at the nearest office of the Agriculture Development Officer of a CD Block/ Agriculture Circle.
The bonafide farmers shall be selected on a first come first serve basis.
Contact: District Agriculture Officers of the concerned districts, Sub-Divisional Agricultural Officers of the concerned sub-divisions, District Training Officers, Tura/Shillong, Agricultural Development Officers of the concerned Community and Rural Development Blocks.