No. As a general principle subsidy assistance for similar activity cannot be availed from two different schemes. Moreover, there is distinct demarcation of crops and cut off level for availing assistance under different sub schemes of MIDH. In the case of cold storages, assistance will be available under NHM, HMNEH schemes for storage capacity upto 5000 MT and for cold storages above 5000 MT NHB would provide the assistance.

Provision exists under MIDH for organizing seminars, conferences, workshops, exhibitions, Kisan Melas, horticulture shows etc for creating awareness among farmers. Assistance is provided for organizing event at international level @100% of the cost to the maximum of Rs. 7.50 lakh per event of 4 days. At national level, assistance is provided @ 100% of cost to the maximum of Rs 5.00 lakh per event of two days, at State level, assistance is provided @ 100% of cost to the maximum of Rs 3.00 lakh per event of two days and at district level, assistance is provided @ 100% of cost to the maximum of Rs 2.00 lakh per event of two days.

Yes, however, application will have to be submitted to the concerned nodal agencies.

All categories of farmers, including women beneficiaries, are covered under MIDH. As per directives of Planning Commission, implementing agencies viz. State Horticulture Missions have been directed to ensure that at least 30% of annual budget allocation is earmarked for women beneficiaries/ farmers. Activities such as floriculture including protected cultivation of flowers, mushroom production and beekeeping are some of the activities which are attractive to women farmers. Besides, under training and capacity building on horticulture, women beneficiaries are also covered.

No. NHM scheme envisages a minimum area of one hectare for setting up a viable nursery to produce quality planting material.

No, for NHM and HMNEH, beneficiary must have less than 4 ha land.

In some states, beneficiary can apply online. Please check respective state website for application link and process

Aadhaar number, land documents, caste certificate, bank account details, and photographs may be required for the application. The specific documents for availing the benefits of the program may vary depending on the type of intervention and the state. It is recommended to consult with the relevant authorities for detailed information on documents to be submitted.