1. PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)
Direct income support for small and marginal farmers.
- ₹6,000 per year in 3 equal installments.
- Funds transferred directly to the farmer’s bank account.
- Over 12 crore farmers have benefited.
Government Support for Farmers
2. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)
Insurance coverage for crop loss due to natural calamities.
- 2% premium for Kharif, 1.5% for Rabi crops.
- Covers drought, floods, pests, etc.
- Claim amount directly credited to farmer's account.
3. Soil Health Card Scheme
Promotes balanced use of fertilizers based on soil testing.
- Soil tested every 2 years.
- Personalized nutrient report for optimal crop planning.
- Reduces input cost and increases yield.
4. Kisan Credit Card (KCC)
Credit facility for crop production and allied activities.
- Loans up to ₹3 lakhs at interest as low as 4%.
- For agriculture, animal husbandry, and fisheries.
- Flexible repayment options.
5. e-NAM (National Agriculture Market)
Online trading platform for farmers across India.
- Integrated with 1,000+ mandis.
- Real-time price discovery and transparency.
- Eliminates middlemen, improves profits.
6. Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana (PMKSY)
Improve water-use efficiency in agriculture.
- Subsidy for drip and sprinkler irrigation systems.
- “Har Khet Ko Pani” – water to every field.
- Focus on micro-irrigation and watershed development.
7. Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM)
Support for modern farming tools and machinery.
- Up to 80% subsidy on farm equipment.
- Focus on small and marginal farmers.
- Support for custom hiring centers.
8. Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (RKVY)
Support for agricultural innovation and infrastructure.
- Funding for agri-startups and value chain development.
- Focus on modern farming methods and training.
- Flexible support for state-level priorities.
9. National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)
Promote climate-resilient and sustainable farming practices.
- Supports organic farming and rainwater harvesting.
- Improves soil health and water-use efficiency.
- Promotes agroforestry and climate-smart farming.
11. Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH)
Promote holistic development of fruits, vegetables, spices, and flowers.
- Financial assistance for horticulture production and post-harvest management.
- Support for nurseries, seed production, and organic farming.
- Capacity building and market development initiatives.
12. Market Intervention Scheme & Price Support Scheme (MIS-PSS)
Protects farmers from distress sales and price crashes.
- Government procurement of perishable and price-sensitive crops.
- Assures Minimum Support Price (MSP) for eligible crops.
- Improves market stability and farmer income security.
10. Agri Infrastructure Fund
Loan support for building rural post-harvest infrastructure.
- Interest subsidy on loans for warehouses and cold storage.
- Open to farmers, FPOs, cooperatives, and agri-entrepreneurs.
- Improves storage and market linkage opportunities.