Gujarat: Financial help for farmers involved in cow-based natural farming

The release also said that the announcement is part of concerted efforts in the direction of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolve to double the farmer’s income and to promote natural farming.

The financial assistance amount will be deposited in the bank accounts of the eligible farmers through direct bank transfer (DBT).

For being eligible for the benefit, a farmer must be doing complete organic farming while also possessing minimum one indigenous cow. The farmer also must have taken training from a master trainer of organic farming. A farmer can apply online to avail the benefit.

The first announcement in this regard was made during the state budget for the year 2020-21 presented in February. The government had provided a budget outlay of Rs 50 crore.