Thinking of starting a vertical farming business? The Government of India is offering loans up to Rs 2 crore with a 3% interest subsidy under the Agri Infra Fund (AIF) for Vertical Farming, Hydroponics, Polyhouses, and more. A golden opportunity for farmers, startups, and agri-entrepreneurs! Check eligibility and learn how to apply now.
The Central Government has now made Vertical Farming eligible for financial assistance under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF). Individual farmers and agripreneurs can avail loans of up to Rs 2 crore with a 3% interest subvention for setting up vertical farming systems.
This initiative is part of the government's larger push towards sustainable and modern agriculture. The move is expected to benefit farmers looking to adopt cutting-edge techniques such as hydroponics, aeroponics, and greenhouse farming.
Launched in 2020, the AIF is a central sector scheme aimed at providing medium to long-term debt financing for investments in post-harvest management infrastructure and community farming assets. The fund seeks to enhance agricultural productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve farmers' income by facilitating the development of modern agricultural infrastructure.
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