Details
The scheme "Coffee Development
Programme in North Eastern Region: Quality Upgradation / Certification: Supply
of Baby Pulpers" is a Sub-Component of the Scheme "Integrated Coffee
Development Project During the Medium Term Framework (MTF) Period: Development
Support to Stakeholders" by the Coffee Board, Department of Commerce,
Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This scheme aims to facilitate the
improvement of the quality of coffee produced by growers by encouraging them to
establish infrastructure for quality enhancement and obtain certification for
their coffees, enabling them to earn better returns. This involves three main
activities: supply of pulpers, construction of cement drying yards, and
eco-certification of coffee holdings.
Benefits
Unit Cost: Actual cost of the unit or
₹16,000 per unit, whichever is less.
Scale of Subsidy: 75% of the Unit
Cost.
Eligibility
- The applicant should be a tribal grower.
- The applicant is eligible for only one unit.
Exclusions
Those who have availed of benefits
during the XII plan are not eligible.
Application Process
Offline
Step 1: Beneficiary Identification and
Application
The Extension Officer identifies the
beneficiary/applicant and obtains the application for procurement & supply
of the baby pulper in the prescribed format (in duplicate). This process
includes submitting land records and 25% of the unit cost.
Step 2: Procurement Details
If baby pulpers are procured and
supplied by the State Government/Other Agencies, the Extension Officer collects
beneficiary details along with 25% of the unit cost of the pulper.
Step 3: Beneficiary List Compilation
The Extension Officer compiles a list
of identified beneficiaries and submits it to the concerned Deputy Director
(Extn.), who consolidates the regional requirements and forwards them to the
Joint Director (Extn.), Guwahati.
Step 4: Tendering Process
The Joint Director (Extension),
Guwahati completes the tendering process, adhering to all official formalities.
Step 5: Financial Sanction and Order
Placement
After the tendering process, the
Joint Director (Extension), Guwahati obtains financial sanction from the
Competent Authority and places the order with the accepted manufacturer. The
condition is set for the manufacturer to supply the pulpers to the growers by
October.
Step 6: Machinery Inspection and Payment
Extension Officers conduct
inspections of the machinery at the growers' fields. They then submit the
physical verification report to the concerned Deputy Director (Extn.)/Joint
Director (Extn.), Guwahati, to effect the suppliers' payment.
Documents Required
- Proof of Grower's Registration.
- Land records/possession certificate duly certified by the Village Authority/State Government Authority/Competent Authority.
NOTE: The land records should be in the
name of the beneficiary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of the Village
Authority in certifying land records?
The Village Authority certifies the
land records or possession certificate required for the application process.
What actions are taken against
applicants resorting to coercion or providing false information?
Applications engaging in coercion or
furnishing false information face rejection, and legal action is initiated for
subsidy recovery with applicable interest.
Can beneficiaries apply for more than
one unit under this scheme?
No, each eligible tribal grower is
entitled to only one unit.
How does the scheme support growers
in obtaining better returns?
By encouraging the establishment of
infrastructure for quality enhancement and obtaining certification, enabling
growers to earn better returns for their coffee.
What is the stipulated timeframe for
the submission of applications and acceptance for eligible subsidies?
The release of eligible subsidy
depends on fund availability during a specific year, and there is no automatic
entitlement upon application submission.
Could you explain the role of the
Deputy Director (Extn.) in the beneficiary list compilation?
The Deputy Director consolidates
regional requirements, reviewing the list compiled by Extension Officers before
forwarding it to the Joint Director (Extn.), Guwahati.
How are Extension Officers involved
in the scheme's implementation after the tendering process?
They conduct machinery inspections at
growers' fields and submit physical verification reports for payment
processing.
What is the significance of the
condition for manufacturers to supply pulpers by October?
It ensures timely delivery of pulpers
to growers, enhancing the effectiveness of the scheme.
How is the financial sanction
obtained after the tendering process?
The Joint Director (Extension),
Guwahati, secures financial sanction from the Competent Authority to proceed
with the order placement.
Can you provide details on the
amendment to the scheme?
The Coffee Board reserves the right
to amend terms and conditions based on fund availability, and applications
resorting to coercion or providing false information will be rejected with
legal consequences.
What documents are required during
the application process?
Proof of Grower's Registration and
certified land records/possession certificate in the beneficiary's name.
What is the role of the Joint
Director (Extension), Guwahati, in the scheme implementation?
The Joint Director completes the
tendering process, obtains financial sanction, and places orders with
manufacturers for pulpers to be supplied by October.
How is the procurement of baby
pulpers handled?
If procured by the State
Government/Other Agencies, the Extension Officer collects beneficiary details
and 25% of the unit cost.
What is the unit cost for the baby
pulper, and how much subsidy is provided?
The unit cost is the actual cost or
₹16,000 per unit, with a subsidy covering 75% of the unit cost.
Sources And References
Guidelines, Application And Declaration
Form CLICK HERE
Grower's Registration (UMANG) CLICKHERE
Contact Us CLICK HERE
