Agriculture Department
Introduction
India is an agrarian country, and agriculture is considered the backbone of the economy. The agriculture sector contributes 18.5% to the country’s Gross National Income. With the increasing population, agricultural production must also grow. To achieve this, it is essential to make modern agricultural technologies, improved seeds, fertilizers, tools and crop protection chemicals available to farmers at affordable rates and in a timely manner while creating awareness among them. With the principle of welfare of the many and happiness of the many, the Agriculture Department of Zilla Parishad Latur is actively working.
Latur district comprises 10 talukas and has a geographical area of 7.15 lakh hectares, out of which 6.65 lakh hectares are cultivable. The average rainfall of Latur district is 734.55 mm. The Agriculture Development Officer heads the department. Various agricultural development schemes funded by the state, central and Zilla Parishad are effectively implemented through the department.
Vision and Mission
Vision
To increase farmers’ income and ensure holistic rural development through the support of modern technology.
Mission
To empower farmers by providing modern agricultural tools, training and financial assistance.
Objectives and Functions
- Implementation of agricultural schemes from state, central and district levels.
- Supply of quality seeds, fertilizers, chemicals and agricultural equipment to farmers.
- Quality control of agricultural inputs.
- Promotion and dissemination of new agricultural technologies.
- Functioning of the Zilla Parishad Agriculture Committee.
Information on Agricultural Schemes
Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Krishi Swavalamban Yojana
- Beneficiary must be a Scheduled Caste or Neo Buddhist farmer.
- Caste certificate is required.
- Minimum 0.40 hectares of land required for individual or group.
- Maximum land limit 6.00 hectares.
- 7 12 extract and 8A record required.
- Aadhaar linked bank account required.
- Farmers allotted land under Late Karmaveer Dadasaheb Gaikwad Empowerment and Self Respect Scheme will be given priority.
Contact: Gram Sevak or Agriculture Officer or Zilla Parishad Latur – 02382 259595
National Biogas and Organic Manure Scheme 2024 25
- Pollution free household fuel.
- Useful for powering electric lamps.
- Environmental conservation and reduction in chemical fertilizer use.
- Protection of women health.
- Subsidy from 9800 to 70400 for 2 to 25 cubic metre units.
- Required documents 7 12 extract Aadhaar livestock certificate bank passbook.
- Apply online at biogas.mnre.gov.in
Contact: Gram Sevak or Agriculture Officer or Zilla Parishad Latur – 02382 259595
Birsa Munda Agricultural Revolution Scheme
- Beneficiary must be a Scheduled Tribe farmer.
- Minimum 0.40 hectares and maximum 6.00 hectares of agricultural land required.
- 7 12 and 8A extracts Aadhaar card required.
- Aadhaar linked bank account required.
- Apply online at mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Contact: Gram Sevak or Agriculture Officer or Zilla Parishad Latur – 02382 259595
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