(a) whether the Government proposes to encourage the farmers to produce more foodgrains by giving them subsidies in order to decrease import of foodgrains at higher rate; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
(a) whether the Government proposes to encourage the farmers to produce more foodgrains by giving them subsidies in order to decrease import of foodgrains at higher rate; and
(b) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
CONSUMER AFFAIRS, FOOD AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION (PROF. K.V. THOMAS)
(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Subsidy is provided under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes
operated by the Department of Agriculture & Cooperation (DAC). National Food Security
Mission (NFSM) which specifically addresses the issue of increased foodgrains production
has provision for subsidy/assistance on production and distribution of seed, farm machines/
implements, sprinkler irrigation sets, Integrated Nutrient Management, Integrated Pest
Management, and training. Similarly, Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil Palm & Maize
(ISOPOM) provides subsidy/assistance for planting material, cultivation, drip irrigation, diesel
pumpsets, training, etc.