(a) whether there is a vast scope to increase the production of spices in Rajasthan; and
(b) if so, the assistance provided for the purpose during the last three years?
(a) whether there is a vast scope to increase the production of spices in Rajasthan; and
(b) if so, the assistance provided for the purpose during the last three years?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI KANTI LAL BHURIA)
(a): Yes, Sir. There is scope to increase the production of spices in Rajasthan specially
coriander, cumin and fenugreek crops.
(b): The assistance provided for production of spices to the farmers in the State of Rajasthan
under Centrally Sponsored Scheme of Macro Management for agriculture during 2003-04 to
2005-06. The level of assistance was 25% of cost of inputs (minikits/demonstrations/area
expansion/pest and disease management components). The year wise assistance is given as
under:
Year Assistance provided
2003-04 Rs.145.81 lacs 2004-05 Rs.187.88 lacs 2005-06 Rs.144.46 lacs