Agriculture Department
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 geometrically 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, 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.
To increase farmers’ income and ensure holistic rural development through the support of modern technology.
To empower farmers by providing modern agricultural tools, training, and financial assistance.
- 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.
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Krishi Swavalamban Yojana
- Beneficiary must be a Scheduled Caste / Neo-Buddhist farmer.
- Caste certificate is required.
- Minimum 0.40 hectares of land required (individual/group).
- Maximum land limit: 6.00 hectares.
- 7/12 extract and 8A record required.
- Aadhaar-linked bank account required.
- Priority to beneficiaries of Gaikwad Empowerment Scheme.
📞 Contact: Gram Sevak / Agriculture Officer / 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’s health.
- Subsidy: ₹9,800 to ₹70,400 (for 2 to 25 cu.m units).
- Required documents: 7/12 extract, Aadhaar, livestock certificate, bank passbook.
- Apply Online at biogas.mnre.gov.in
📞 Contact: Gram Sevak / Agriculture Officer / Zilla Parishad, Latur – 02382-259595
Birsa Munda Agricultural Revolution Scheme
- Beneficiary must be a Scheduled Tribe farmer.
- Minimum 0.40 ha and maximum 6.00 ha 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 / Agriculture Officer / Zilla Parishad, Latur – 02382-259595