Question : ``PROMOTION OF FODDER``



(a) the details of schemes being implemented by the Government to promote fodder crop in the country along with the assistance provided there under to various States during each of the last three years and the current year, State-wise;

(b) whether high yielding new varieties of fodder crops are being distributed free of cost amongst farmers through the State Governments;

(c) if so, the number of farmers being benefited by this scheme in each State;

(d) whether the Government has received complaints regarding discrimination in distribution of high yielding new varieties of fodder crops to farmers during the last three years; and

(e) if so, the corrective measures taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE, AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR. CHARAN DAS MAHANT)

a) The information is given at Annexure-1 and Annexure-2.

b) Yes Madam.

c) This Department is allocating the fodder minikits to the States. The statement indicating the allocation during the last three years and current year is given at Annexure-3. The selection of beneficiaries is left to the States.

d) No such report has been received.

e) Does not arise.