Agriculture Information Unit Scheme – Government of Meghalaya

🌾 Agriculture Information Unit Scheme – Government of Meghalaya

The Agriculture Information Unit Scheme is a State Plan initiative launched by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Government of Meghalaya.
This scheme aims to empower farmers by providing free agricultural information, training exposure, and participation opportunities in trade fairs and exhibitions within and outside the state.

🎯 Objectives

• Promote awareness among farmers through free distribution of information leaflets, booklets, and calendars.

• Encourage farmer groups and self-help groups (SHGs) to participate in agriculture expos, trade fairs, and Kisan Melas.

• Organize crop competitions, World Food Day celebrations, and other agriculture-related events to boost farmer engagement and learning.

💰 Benefits

• Free supply of agriculture information materials such as leaflets, booklets, and packages of practices.

• Sponsorship for farmers’ exposure trips, exhibitions, and training events inside and outside Meghalaya.

• Organization and participation support for Kisan Melas, Trade Fairs, and Crop Competitions.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must be a resident of Meghalaya.

• The applicant must be a bona fide farmer engaged in agriculture.

📝 Application Process (Offline)

1️⃣ Farmers can approach the nearest Agriculture Development Officer of their respective CD Block or Agriculture Circle.
2️⃣ Beneficiaries are selected on a first-come, first-served basis for the distribution of materials.

📞 Whom to Contact

• Agriculture Information Officer, Directorate of Agriculture

• District Agriculture Officers of respective districts

• Sub-Divisional Officers (Agriculture)

• Agriculture Development Officers of Community & Rural Development Blocks

📄 Documents Required

• Passport-size Photograph

• Identity Proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID, etc.)

• Proof of being a registered or recognized farmer

• Any other documents as required by the department

🌱 Empowering Meghalaya’s Farmers

The Agriculture Information Unit Scheme plays a key role in strengthening farmer education, promoting innovation, and enhancing agricultural productivity through access to timely and practical information.