Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana - Assam (Cluster Organic Farming Support)

Why it matters

Helps groups of farmers convert to organic farming together as a cluster, with support for organic inputs and certification so their produce can be sold as certified organic.

What you get

Assam implements Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana (PKVY) through farmer clusters, supporting groups of farmers to jointly transition to organic farming practices. The scheme has driven a notable expansion of organic farming area in the state in recent years through new state-level initiatives and stronger cluster projects, providing assistance for organic inputs, bio-fertilisers, and group certification, which helps participating farmers access premium markets for certified organic produce.

Eligibility criteria

• Farmer organised into a PKVY cluster/group in Assam
• Land within a notified PKVY cluster area
• Willingness to follow organic farming practices and certification protocol for the full conversion period

How to apply

1. 1

   Check with the District Agriculture Office whether your area has an active PKVY cluster

2. 2

   Join the farmer cluster/group formed under the scheme

3. 3

   Adopt organic practices over the conversion period to access input support and group certification

Documents required

• Aadhaar card
• Land records
• Cluster group membership proof