Sericulture
SERICULTURE DEPARTMENT SCHEMES :
New Plantation Subsidy :
The Farmers who plant improved mulberry variety in their field for silkworm rearing are given a sum of Rs.10,500 /- Per Acre upto 5.00 Acre.
Construction of Separate Rearing Shed Subsidy :
For the construction of separate silk worm rearing Shed Unit cost and subsidy to the Farmers, as detailed given below.
| Shed Level | Area | Unit Costh(Rs.in Lakh) | Subsidyh(Rs.in Lakh) | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEVEL l | Above 1500 Sqft | 2.75 | 0.825 | 30 |
| LEVEL ll | 1000 Sqft to 1500 Sqft | 1.75 | 0.875 | 50 |
| LEVEL lll | Above 700 Sqft to 1000 Sqft | 0.90 | 0.630 | 70 |
Drip Irrigation :
The farmers who establish drip irrigation in their mulberry garden were give 100% subsidy of Rs.30,000/-per Acre for small farmer and 75% subsidy of 22,500/- per Acre for Big Farmer Upto 5.00Acre.
Rearing Appliances :
The farmer who establish silkworm rearing racks in the rearing shed are given appliances to the worth of Rs.52,500/- as Subsidy.
Farmer awarness programme :
The farmers awareness programmes were conducted in sericulture villages. Sericulture farmers are motivated to follow latest technologies. In this Programme an interaction session is arranged between farmers and a team of sericulture scientists, bankers, coordinator from an insurance company and forest staffs.