Assistance of Concentrate Feed for Pregnant Animals in Mehsana
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Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Gujarat
Guidance for businesses in Mehsana
This scheme provides free BIS Type II concentrate feed to pregnant cattle owned by Scheduled Caste Category livestock owners in Gujarat to ensure their good health, boost immunity, prevent metabolic diseases, and enhance milk production.
At a glance
- Scheme Name
- Assistance of Concentrate Feed for Pregnant Animals (SC Category)
- Implementing State
- Government of Gujarat
- Benefit
- 250 kg BIS Type II concentrate feed
- Assistance
- 100% (free)
- Frequency
- Every year
- Beneficiaries
- SC Category livestock owners (last-trimester cattle)
Benefits
Concentrate Feed: 250 kg BIS Type II Concentrate feed per beneficiary, 100% assistance, every year.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a livestock owner.
- The applicant must belong to the Scheduled Caste Category.
- The animal/cattle should be in the last trimester of pregnancy.
Documents required
- Barcoded ration card.
- Government approved photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.).
- Certificate of natural breeding or artificial insemination of the animal.
- Animal pregnancy diagnosis certificate.
- Disability certificate from a competent authority (only if the applicant is disabled).
- Caste Certificate.
How to apply
- 1
Visit and apply online at the I-Khedut Portal: https://ikhedut.gujarat.gov.in/.
- 2
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- On the home page, click 'Schemes' > 'Animal Husbandry Schemes', select the scheme, and click 'Apply' to open the application page.
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- Click 'Apply New' to submit a new application; use 'Update Application' to make corrections; once done, confirm the application.
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- Take a printout of the confirmed application. You can also check Application Status/View/Print/Upload details from the Applicant Corner. Note: Required documents can also be submitted in hard copies to the office mentioned in the application form within 7 days.
About the scheme
This Gujarat animal-husbandry scheme provides 250 kg of free BIS Type II concentrate feed (with 100% assistance, every year) to pregnant cattle owned by Scheduled Caste Category livestock owners in the last trimester of pregnancy — ensuring good health, boosting immunity, preventing metabolic diseases, and enhancing milk production.
Why it matters
- Free Feed:
- 250 kg BIS Type II feed at 100% assistance.
- Pregnant-Animal Care:
- Nutrition in the last trimester.
- Immunity & Health:
- Prevents metabolic diseases.
- More Milk:
- Enhances milk production.
Focus areas
- Cattle Nutrition:
- BIS Type II concentrate feed.
- Pregnancy Care:
- Support in the last trimester.
- SC Livestock Owners:
- Support for Scheduled Caste farmers.
Is this scheme right for you?
This scheme supports Gujarat's Scheduled Caste livestock owners with free BIS Type II concentrate feed for pregnant cattle — improving animal health and milk yield. If you are an SC livestock owner with a cow in the last trimester, this scheme can provide nutritional support every year.
Official links
Links open the issuing department's website. Always confirm the current terms there before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the main purpose of the 'Assistance of Concentrate Feed for Pregnant Animals (Scheduled Caste Category)' scheme?
The scheme is designed to provide nutritional support to pregnant animals during their last trimester to improve their health, enhance immunity, prevent metabolic diseases, and increase milk production.
Who is eligible to benefit from this scheme?
Livestock owners who belong to the Scheduled Caste Category are eligible to receive assistance under this scheme.
What type and quantity of feed is provided under the scheme?
Under the scheme, each eligible beneficiary receives 250 kg of BIS Type II concentrate feed free of cost.
How often can a beneficiary receive the feed assistance?
The assistance can be claimed once every year by eligible livestock owners.
Does the beneficiary have to pay anything for the concentrate feed?
No, the concentrate feed is provided as 100% assistance, and the beneficiary does not have to bear any cost.
What is BIS Type II concentrate feed?
BIS Type II concentrate feed is a balanced, high-quality nutritional supplement approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards, suitable for pregnant animals.
Can the same livestock owner apply again next year?
Yes, the benefit can be availed once every year by the same eligible livestock owner.
How can a livestock owner apply for the scheme?
A livestock owner can apply by completing an online registration on the iKhedut portal.
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