The “Distribution of Gypsum” scheme provides a subsidy to farmers cultivating Pulses crops, covering 50% of the cost of gypsum material and transport cost limited to ₹750/- per hectare.

Farmers who cultivate pulse crops are eligible to apply for the scheme. Additionally, there are specific allocations for SC/ST farmers (24%) and farm women (20%).

The scheme aims to improve soil quality and crop yield by providing a subsidy on gypsum to farmers growing Pulses crops.

The subsidy covers 50% of the cost of gypsum and transport cost with a maximum limit of ₹750/- per hectare.

A farmer can apply by submitting the necessary documents to the Assistant Agricultural Officer at the village level or the Deputy Agricultural Officer/Assistant Director of Agriculture at the block level.

Yes, 24% of the subsidy is allocated for SC/ST farmers, and 20% is reserved for farm women.

Applicants must provide an application form, proof of identity, land ownership documents, proof of Pulses crop cultivation, and bank account details.

The subsidy is applicable for up to one hectare of land per farmer.

Yes, all farmers growing Pulses crops are eligible to apply, but specific allocations are made for SC/ST and farm women.

No, the subsidy under this scheme is specifically for farmers growing Pulses crops.

The scheme is subject to the availability of funds

If the application is incomplete, it may be rejected or delayed until all required documents are provided.

A farmer can check the status of their application by contacting the relevant agricultural officer at the village, block, or district level where the application was submitted.