The Madhya Pradesh government runs a number of schemes for the prosperity of farmers. Some of the key schemes are:
- Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana (Price Deficit Financing Scheme): This scheme provides compensation to farmers for the fall in prices of agricultural produce below a pre-determined Minimum Support Price (MSP).
- Chief Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi: This scheme provides an annual financial assistance of Rs. 12,000 to small and marginal farmers.
- Rajya Krishi Vikas Yojana: This scheme provides financial assistance to farmers for various agricultural activities, such as irrigation, purchase of seeds and fertilizers, and crop insurance.
- Atmanirbhar Bharat and Atmanirbhar MP Project: This project provides loan facility to PACS, Marketing and Multipurpose Cooperative Societies on government securities at 1% interest rate from the Agricultural Infrastructure Fund.
- National Agriculture Development Programme (RKVY): This program provides financial assistance to states for the implementation of agricultural development projects.
- National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA): This mission aims to promote sustainable agriculture practices in the country.
- Micro Irrigation Mission: This mission aims to increase the area under micro irrigation in the country.
- Soil Health Card Scheme: This scheme provides soil health cards to farmers free of cost.
- Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN): This is a central government scheme that provides an annual financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 to farmers. The Madhya Pradesh government also provides an additional financial assistance of Rs. 6,000 to farmers under this scheme.
In addition to these schemes, the Madhya Pradesh government also provides various other forms of support to farmers, such as subsidies on seeds, fertilizers, and agricultural machinery. The government also provides training and extension services to farmers to help them improve their productivity and income.
The Madhya Pradesh government’s focus on farmer prosperity has led to significant improvements in the agricultural sector in the state. In recent years, the state has achieved record production of several crops, including wheat, rice, and soybeans. The state has also seen a significant increase in the area under micro irrigation.
The Madhya Pradesh government’s schemes for farmer prosperity have been praised by farmers and experts alike. The schemes have helped to improve farmers’ incomes and standards of living. The schemes have also helped to make the agricultural sector in the state more sustainable and productive.