About Price Support Scheme
The Price Support Scheme (PSS) is a crucial initiative by the Government of Assam aimed at strengthening the agricultural sector across the country. The scheme targets major crops such as Bajra, Jowar, Maize, Paddy, Cotton, Tur, Moong, Urad, Groundnut, Sesamum, Wheat, Gram, Mustard, and Sugarcane. Implemented by the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation, the PSS focuses on procuring oilseeds, pulses, and cotton. The National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India (NAFED) is the central nodal agency responsible for this effort, ensuring that prices remain stable and profitable for farmers.
Objective Of This Scheme
- Assuring a stable and profitable price environment for farmers.
- to Counteract market price instability, encouraging adoption of modern farming practices.
- to Safeguard consumer interests by maintaining reasonable prices and minimizing intermediation costs.
- Encouraging higher investment and production in the agricultural sector.
Eligibility Criteria
- Farmers within Assam State.
- Government employees are ineligible to apply.
- Benefit availed by selling produce at support prices in APMC centers opened by the Nodal procurement agency.
Benefits
- Purchase at MSP: When commodity prices dip below the Minimum Support Price (MSP), state and central procurement agencies directly purchase from farmers at MSP, under specific quality guidelines.
- Economic Safeguarding: Farmers are shielded against economic losses in farming due to falling prices.
- Enhanced Production: Price supports stimulate larger production, creating a balance between production and consumption.
Required Documents
- Identification Proof
- Land Documents
- Bank Account Details
- Agricultural Documents
- Income Certificate
- Photographs
How To Apply
Offline:
- Download the official application form from the Price Support Scheme website.
- Accurately complete the form with the required details.
- Attach supporting documents.
- Submit the application at the designated government office.
- Follow up with the relevant department for updates on your application status.