National Food Security Mission NFSM
NFSMCSS
Ministry Of Agriculture and Farmers WelfareGovernment of India
National Food Security Mission was launched in 2007-08 to increase the production of rice, wheat and pulses. Later, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, commercial crops (sugarcane, jute, and cotton) were also added to the mission.
What this scheme offers
National Food Security Mission was launched in 2007-08 to increase the production of rice, wheat and pulses. Later, coarse cereals, nutri cereals, commercial crops (sugarcane, jute, and cotton) were also added to the mission.
Eligibility at a glance
All farmers can apply for the scheme.
Criteria for Identification of Areas and Beneficiaries
) In accordance with the decision of the GoI regarding implementation of Special Component Plan (SCP) for Scheduled Castes and Tribal SubPlan (TSP) for Scheduled Tribes, 16% of the total allocation for SCP and 8% for TSP will be earmarked.
However, States will be allowed to make allocation to SC/ST farmers proportionate to their population in the States/districts.
No exclusion list is available in the catalogue. Confirm on the official source.