National Food Security Mission (NFSM)

Why it matters

Subsidised quality seeds, inputs and demonstrations to raise the production of rice, wheat, pulses, coarse cereals, millets and commercial crops.

What you get

Assistance for certified seeds, integrated nutrient and pest management, farm machinery, cropping system demonstrations and capacity building to boost productivity.

Eligibility criteria

• Farmers in identified NFSM districts
• Crop-specific components (rice, wheat, pulses, cereals, millets, oilseeds, cotton, sugarcane)
• Implemented through state agriculture departments

How to apply

1. 1

   Contact your district / block agriculture office

2. 2

   Enrol for the relevant crop component or demonstration

3. 3

   Receive subsidised inputs or assistance as sanctioned

Documents required

• Aadhaar
• Land records
• Bank account details