What is the goal of the Eco-certification scheme for coffee?

The scheme helps coffee growers produce eco-certified coffee to access high-value speciality markets.

What is the government subsidy for eco-certification?

The government covers 50% of the certification cost, up to ₹50,000 per grower or grower group.

Is there extra support for SC/ST growers?

Yes, SC/ST coffee growers can receive an additional 10%, up to ₹55,000, for certification costs.

Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?

Coffee growers with up to 10 hectares of land, including non-tribal growers in non-traditional areas, can apply.

What is the goal of the Eco-certification scheme for coffee?

The scheme helps coffee growers produce eco-certified coffee to access high-value speciality markets.

What is the government subsidy for eco-certification?

The government covers 50% of the certification cost, up to ₹50,000 per grower or grower group.

Is there extra support for SC/ST growers?

Yes, SC/ST coffee growers can receive an additional 10%, up to ₹55,000, for certification costs.

Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?

Coffee growers with up to 10 hectares of land, including non-tribal growers in non-traditional areas, can apply.

What is the goal of the Eco-certification scheme for coffee?

The scheme helps coffee growers produce eco-certified coffee to access high-value speciality markets.

What is the government subsidy for eco-certification?

The government covers 50% of the certification cost, up to ₹50,000 per grower or grower group.

Is there extra support for SC/ST growers?

Yes, SC/ST coffee growers can receive an additional 10%, up to ₹55,000, for certification costs.

Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?

Coffee growers with up to 10 hectares of land, including non-tribal growers in non-traditional areas, can apply.

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How Can Traditional Coffee Areas Benefit From Eco-Certification? Steps To Support Coffee Development In Traditional Areas

Q: How long is the subsidy available for organic certification?

Support is available for up to 3 years or the conversion period, whichever is shorter.

Q: How long is the subsidy available for organic certification?

Support is available for up to 3 years or the conversion period, whichever is shorter.

Neha Gupta

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Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:45 AM

How Can Traditional Coffee Areas Benefit From Eco-Certification? Steps To Support Coffee Development In Traditional Areas

India is the sixth-largest producer of coffee in the world. Coffee is an important plantation crop in India and has high export potential. India's Coffee Market was valued at USD 478 Million in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 1,227.47 Million by 2032 at a CAGR of 9.87% during the forecast period 2024-2033. Let’s take a look at how the government is helping the coffee business enhance its production.

What Is The Government Scheme For Coffee Business?

The "Development Support for Coffee in Traditional Areas: Eco-certification of Coffee" govt scheme is part of the "Integrated Coffee Development Project" introduced by the Coffee Board India.

The main goal of this government scheme is to help coffee growers enter high-value speciality markets. This will encourage them to produce eco-certified coffee, which follows specific standards. These standards ensure quality, traceability, and better social, environmental, and financial practices in coffee production.

The govt scheme offers support for eco-certification by covering 50% of the certification cost, up to ₹50,000 per grower or grower group. For organic certification, this support is available for up to 3 years or the conversion period, whichever is shorter. For other certifications, the support is for one year during the MIDH period.

Additionally, coffee growers from the SC/ST community with up to 4 hectares of coffee land can receive an extra 10% of the certification cost, up to ₹55,000 during the (Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture) MIDH period.

What Is The Eligibility Criteria To Apply For This Government Scheme?

Applicants who want to apply for this govt scheme have to ensure they meet the following eligibility criteria.

The subsidy is limited to one activity per grower during the MIDH period unless new beneficiaries are included.
Organic certification support requires certification under the National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP), even if certified under international standards.
Certification must be obtained from agencies accredited by the respective certification programs.
Non-tribal coffee growers in Non-Traditional Areas with up to 10 hectares of land are also eligible.

What Is The Application Process To Apply For This Government Scheme?

Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can follow these steps to apply.

Submit your application with the certification and other documents to the local Coffee Board office. Get the application form from the UMANG app.
The Coffee Board office will review the documents and conduct field inspections.
The Joint Liaison Officer or State Liaison Officer will forward the claim and verification report to the Deputy Director.
The Deputy Director will review the claim and release the subsidy to the beneficiary's bank account via NEFT.

What Are The Required Documents To Be Submitted?

The following documents are required to be submitted to avail of this govt scheme.

Provide proof of identity for the grower or registration certificate for the growers' group.
Include a copy of the certification issued by the accredited Certification Agency.
Submit land ownership documents like Patta/Khatha Extract with Record of Rights (RTC) for Karnataka, Land Possession Certificate with RTC for Kodagu District in Karnataka, Chitta & Adangal for Tamil Nadu, or Land Possession Certificate for Kerala.
Attach an attested copy of the certification, the original invoice or bill for certification costs, and proof of payment.
Include a copy of the bank passbook with details like the account holder's name, account number, bank name, branch, IFSC code, and preferably Aadhaar-seeded.
If the applicant is a GPA holder, provide an attested copy of the registered GPA.
For SC/ST category individual growers, include a caste or community certificate issued by the competent authority.

Conclusion

This will help and encourage coffee businesses to access high-value specialty markets through the production of eco-certified coffees. This will also enhance their production and get high returns. Additionally, this will enhance their livelihoods as well.

For any queries regarding this govt scheme for the coffee business, call 8022266991994.

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