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West BengalAgriculture
Amar Fasal Amar Gola
Managed by: Department of Agriculture (Directorate of Agriculture)
About the Scheme
Provides financial subsidy assistance to small and marginal farmers for building eco-friendly grain storehouses (Golas) to prevent post-harvest damage.
Welfare Benefits & Assistance
- •Financial subsidy up to Rs. 25,000 for construction of zero-energy cool chambers or crop silos
- •Reduces post-harvest storage loss
Eligibility Criteria
State ResidencyPermanent resident of West Bengal
Age Limits18 to 60 years
Family Income CapSmall and marginal landholders only
Social Class / CategoryAll categories
Additional Prerequisites
- Must have valid agricultural land records (Parcha) showing self-cultivation
Documents Required for Application
Tip: Keep scanned color copies of these documents ready before starting your application.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
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Apply through the krishakbandhu.net portal
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Submit application at the Block Agriculture Office (ADA office)
Who Should Apply?
- ✓Small and marginal farmers in West Bengal with active land cultivation
Who Should NOT Apply?
- ✗Large landholders
- ✗Urban residents without active farming
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the subsidy amount under Amar Fasal Amar Gola?
A maximum subsidy of Rs. 25,000 or 50% of construction cost is provided.
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Krishak Bandhu
Who Can Apply:
All WB farmers with cultivable land
Key Benefits:
•Rs. 10,000/year (two installments of Rs. 5,000 each) for farmers with 1+ acre
•Rs. 4,000/year for farmers with less than 1 acre
Updated: July 2026
Financial Support Scheme for Farm Mechanization
Who Can Apply:
Small/marginal farmers registered under Krishak Bandhu looking to buy farming machinery
Key Benefits:
•Direct financial subsidy ranging from 50% to 60% on purchasing small farm tools, pump sets, seeders, or power tillers (max Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 50,000 depending on tool type)
Updated: July 2026
One Time Assistance to Small and Marginal Farmers
Who Can Apply:
Marginal farmers registered under Krishak Bandhu who suffered crop losses due to weather extremes
Key Benefits:
•One-time direct cash support grant of Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 10,000 to compensate for input cost/seeds loss during crop failure phases
Updated: July 2026
Credit Linked Subsidy of Farm Machinery
Who Can Apply:
Farmers and agricultural groups taking bank loans for farm machinery in WB
Key Benefits:
•Credit-linked subsidy of up to 40% (max Rs. 2 Lakhs) for purchasing power tillers, tractors, and combine harvesters
•Reduces interest burden of bank loan
Updated: July 2026
Scheme Details
State / CentralWest Bengal
AuthorityDirectorate of Agriculture
SubcategoryCrop Storage Support
Launch Date2013
Target Beneficiaryfarmers
Official Helpline1800-345-5505