Production of Foundation Seeds

The scheme “Production of Foundation Seeds” by the Agriculture-Farmers Welfare Department, Tamil Nadu, is designed to support farmers in the production of foundation seeds, particularly for pulses. Eligible farmers receive a subsidy. Special benefits are provided for SC/ST farmers (24%) and farm women (20%).

• Financial Assistance: ₹1,000/- per quintal.

• The beneficiary should be a Farmer.
• The beneficiary should be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
• The beneficiary should raise seed farms with Pulses crop.

Offline application

Step 1: Collect the application form from the nearest Agricultural Office.

Step 2: Fill out the application form with the required details and attach mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).

Step 3: Submit the form to the concerned office:

Village Level: Submit the application to the Assistant Agricultural Officer.

Block Level: Submit to the Agricultural Officer or Deputy Agricultural Officer.

District Level: Submit to the Joint Director of Agriculture.