Potato growers' to receive support under Bhavantar scheme, says Saini

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini reaffirmed his commitment to supporting farmers, announcing that potato growers in the state will now be eligible for benefits under the Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana. The decision aims to protect farmers from price fluctuations and provide them with much-needed financial assistance.

Saini emphasised that this move reflects the government's promise to address farmers' concerns. An official spokesperson informed that an outstanding amount of Rs 46.34 crore for the year 2023-24 has been successfully disbursed to farmers under the scheme.

The Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana was introduced by the Haryana government as a unique initiative to safeguard farmers from financial losses caused by falling market prices. A total of 21 horticultural crops are covered under the scheme, including five fruit crops, 14 vegetable crops and two spice crops.

As of now, 3,15,614 farmers have registered 7,02,220 acres under the scheme, with over Rs 110 crore in assistance provided to 24,385 farmers. Additionally, farmers have been advised to store their potato crops in cold storage if prices drop, to protect their produce and income.

To avail the benefits, farmers must register their crops on the "Meri Fasal Mera Byora" portal, where their details are verified by the Horticulture Department. A gate pass is issued when crops are taken to market, and a J Form is provided based on this verification. The scheme covers landowners, lessees and tenants.