Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme

Growing fruit crops takes time, money, and effort—but the rewards can be life-changing. Launched in Kharif 2018-19, the State Sponsored Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme helps lower your farming costs. This scheme by Maharashtra’s Agriculture Department gives you financial support to plant fruit trees on your land. 

Whether you farm a small or large area, it helps you grow income with less risk. If you skip this chance, you may miss out on help that many farmers already use to improve their land and build a secure farming future.

The Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme, Maharashtra was launched in the Kharif season of 2018-19 by the state’s Agriculture Department. It offers financial aid to help you plant fruit trees and improve your long-term farm income. You receive a subsidy spread over three years, directly credited to your Aadhaar-linked bank account. 

If you’re in the Konkan region, you can plant between 0.10 to 10 hectares. In other parts of Maharashtra, the range is 0.20 to 6 hectares. You must maintain at least 80% plant survival in the first year and 90% in the second to continue receiving the subsidy. Eligible farmers can apply online through the MahaDBT portal.

Here is the complete list of crops details covered under the Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme:

The main aim of the Bhausaheb Fundkar Phalbaag Lagvad Yojana is to help you earn a steady and long-term income by shifting from seasonal farming to orchard-based cultivation. By supporting fruit crop plantations, the scheme reduces the risk of crop failure and promotes reliable yearly returns. It also encourages sustainable farming practices and aims to increase green cover across Maharashtra, contributing to both environmental and economic growth.

To apply for the Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme, Maharashtra, you must meet these basic conditions:

• You must be a permanent resident of Maharashtra.

• You must have a valid Aadhaar card.

• You must own the land where you plan to plant fruit crops.

• Your land must be suitable for orchard cultivation and have a reliable water source.

• You must hold updated 7/12 and 8-A land records.

While the Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme aims to promote orchard plantation among farmers in Maharashtra, there are certain categories and conditions that do not qualify for subsidy under this scheme. The key exclusions are:

Institutional Applicants

Organisations, corporations, cooperatives, institutions, or other non-individual entities are not eligible. The scheme is designed for individual farmers.

Land Already Covered Under Other Subsidy Schemes

Areas of land (or orchard plantings) that have already received benefits under other government orchard or horticulture assistance schemes are not eligible again under this scheme. In other words, duplicate subsidies on the same land are disallowed.

Exceeding Land-size Limits

The scheme prescribes maximum and minimum area limits depending on the region (for example, Konkan vs. non-Konkan). Landholdings beyond the defined maximum area are not eligible for the scheme benefits.

Insufficient Plant Survival Ratio

To continue receiving the subsidies in successive years, beneficiaries must maintain a minimum survival percentage of planted saplings (e.g. 80 % in the first year for certain zones, 90 % for horticultural plantations). If survival falls below the mandated threshold, the farmer may lose eligibility for subsequent instalments.

Non-Maharashtra Domicile / Non-Resident Farmers

The scheme is limited to farmers domiciled in Maharashtra. Applicants from outside the state or non-resident landowners are generally excluded.

Unregistered / Incomplete Documentation

Applicants who fail to submit the required documents (such as Aadhaar, land record certificates like 7/12 and 8-A, etc.) or whose land records are disputed or unverified are not eligible.

Failure to Use Mandatory Technologies / Conditions

Some components, like drip irrigation or other specified systems, may be mandatory under the scheme. If a beneficiary does not comply with such mandatory requirements, they may be excluded from benefits.

Plantations Beyond the Specified Crops

The scheme covers only a specified list of perennial fruit crops approved under its guidelines (for example mango, guava, pomegranate, etc.). Plantations of non-approved fruit crops or other horticulture/non-horticulture crops will not be eligible.

Follow these simple steps to apply for the Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme:

1. Visit the official Aaple Sarkar DBT portal at https://mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

2. Go to the ‘Farmer Scheme’ section

3. Click on ‘New Applicant Registration’

4. Enter your basic details such as name, Aadhaar number, mobile number, and email address

5. Create a username and password to complete registration

6. Log in to your account and fill in your personal, address, and land details to complete your profile

7. Once your profile is 100% complete, select the relevant implement, enter its details and specifications, and pay the required fee to submit your application

The Bhausaheb Fundkar Falbag Lagvad Scheme offers you a valuable opportunity to reduce costs, improve land use, and build a steady source of income through fruit farming. With financial aid, expert guidance, and long-term support, you can take a confident step towards more secure and profitable agriculture. Thousands of farmers across Maharashtra have already benefited—now it's your chance to grow with the support you deserve.