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Karnataka
Krushy Aranya Protsaha Yojane
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- Karnataka Forest Department initiated ‘Krushi Aranya Protsaha Yojane (KAPY)’ in 2011-12 in order to promote the cooperation of farmers and the general public in the task of increasing forest and tree cover.
- As per the program, farmers are provided seedlings at subsidized rates from the nearest nurseries of the Forest Department for planting in their lands.
- The farmers are paid an amount of Rs 35 as an incentive for every surviving seedling at the end of the first year. A sum of Rs 40 and Rs 50 per seedling is provided for each surviving seedling after the completion of the second and third year respectively.
- The incentive is given to encourage the farmer not only to plant the seedlings but also to nurture them at least for three years.
- The total amount of money provided (Rs 125/- per seedling) more than compensates the cost incurred by the farmer in procuring and planting the seedling. The incentive is quite substantial when the farmer plants more seedlings.
- Apart from getting the financial incentive, the farmers are entitled to get handsome returns from the grown-up trees in various forms such as fruits, seeds, fodder, firewood, pole, timber, etc.
- This scheme is open to farmers belonging to all communities.
- Applicant must have Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed.
- Registration should be done before the commencement of the rainy season (by the end of May).
- The following species of trees are not eligible for payment of incentive amount- Eucalyptus, Acacia, Silver Oak (if planted in coffee estate), Casuarina, Cassia siamea (Seemetangadi), Gliricidia, Sesbania, Erythrina, Rubber, Subabul, Coconut, Arecanut, Orange, all types of citrus species and grafted mango
- Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Passport-sized photograph of the applicant
- Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed
- Hand-sketch of the land
- Details of seedlings(species, number of seedlings, size of poly-bags, etc.)
- Details of the applicant’s bank account
Benefits
- Farmers are provided seedlings at subsidized rates from the nearest nurseries of the Forest Department for planting in their lands.
- The farmers are paid an amount of Rs 35 as an incentive for every surviving seedling at the end of the first year. A sum of Rs 40 and Rs 50 per seedling is provided for each surviving seedling after the completion of the second and third year respectively.
- Apart from getting the financial incentive, the farmers are entitled to get handsome returns from the grown-up trees in various forms such as fruits, seeds, fodder, firewood, pole, timber, etc.
Eligibility
- This scheme is open to farmers belonging to all communities.
- Applicant must have Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed.
- Registration should be done before the commencement of the rainy season (by the end of May).
Exclusions
Application Process
Documents Required
- Copy of Aadhaar
- Passport -sized photograph of the applicant
- Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed
- Hand-sketch of the land
- Details of seedlings(species, number of seedlings, size of poly-bags, etc.)
- Details of the applicant’s bank account
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will get the benefits under this scheme?
The farmers of Karnataka state will get benefits under this scheme.
What benefits Are given to farmers?
Farmers are provided seedlings at subsidized rates from the nearest nurseries of the Forest Department for planting in their lands. Apart from this, monetary benefit is also given to them for each surviving plant.
How much amount is given as an incentive?
The farmers are paid an amount of Rs 35 as an incentive for every surviving seedling at the end of the first year. A sum of Rs 40 and Rs 50 per seedling is provided for each surviving seedling after the completion of the second and third year respectively.
Is there any provision for training under this scheme?
No, training is not a part of this scheme.
What can be done if seedlings applied for are not available in the nearby nursery?
In case the seedlings which had been applied for are not available in the nearby nursery, a written endorsement to that effect should be obtained from the concerned in-charge staff of the nursery. The seedlings may be obtained from another nursery of the range or the division, where such seedlings are available, by producing the written endorsement. In case applicant fails to obtain the seedlings from any nursery, the Forest Department would raise the seedlings during the same year and arrange to supply in the next rainy season.
Is this scheme only for farmers?
Yes, this scheme is only for the farmers, they need to present the Pahani in order to receive the benefits under the scheme.
Which species of trees are not eligible for payment of incentive amount under this scheme?
Eucalyptus, Acacia, Silver Oak (if planted in coffee estate), Casuarina, Cassia siamea (Seemetangadi), Gliricidia, Sesbania, Erythrina, Rubber, Subabul, Coconut, Arecanut, Orange, all types of citrus species and grafted mango.
How to submit an application for this Scheme?
You may submit an application for this Scheme by visiting your nearest Range Forest Office.
Is there an online application link for this Scheme?
No, currently, the application can only be done offline.
What are the required documents?
Copy of Aadhaar, Passport- sized photograph of the applicant, Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed, Hand-sketch of the land, Details of seedlings (species, number of seedlings, size of poly-bags, etc.) and, Details of applicant’s bank account.
How to obtain Pahani (RTC)?
Pahani (RTC) can be obtained online through this link - https://landrecords.karnataka.gov.in/
How can I track the application status?
For this, you may have to visit your nearest Range Forest Office.
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Karnataka
Krushy Aranya Protsaha Yojane
- Karnataka Forest Department initiated ‘Krushi Aranya Protsaha Yojane (KAPY)’ in 2011-12 in order to promote the cooperation of farmers and the general public in the task of increasing forest and tree cover.
- As per the program, farmers are provided seedlings at subsidized rates from the nearest nurseries of the Forest Department for planting in their lands.
- The farmers are paid an amount of Rs 35 as an incentive for every surviving seedling at the end of the first year. A sum of Rs 40 and Rs 50 per seedling is provided for each surviving seedling after the completion of the second and third year respectively.
- The incentive is given to encourage the farmer not only to plant the seedlings but also to nurture them at least for three years.
- The total amount of money provided (Rs 125/- per seedling) more than compensates the cost incurred by the farmer in procuring and planting the seedling. The incentive is quite substantial when the farmer plants more seedlings.
- Apart from getting the financial incentive, the farmers are entitled to get handsome returns from the grown-up trees in various forms such as fruits, seeds, fodder, firewood, pole, timber, etc.
- This scheme is open to farmers belonging to all communities.
- Applicant must have Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed.
- Registration should be done before the commencement of the rainy season (by the end of May).
- The following species of trees are not eligible for payment of incentive amount- Eucalyptus, Acacia, Silver Oak (if planted in coffee estate), Casuarina, Cassia siamea (Seemetangadi), Gliricidia, Sesbania, Erythrina, Rubber, Subabul, Coconut, Arecanut, Orange, all types of citrus species and grafted mango
- Copy of Aadhaar Card
- Passport-sized photograph of the applicant
- Pahani of the land where planting is being proposed
- Hand-sketch of the land
- Details of seedlings(species, number of seedlings, size of poly-bags, etc.)
- Details of the applicant’s bank account
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