Key sub-missions under NLM
- Sub-Mission on Breed Development: Capital subsidies for establishing rural entrepreneurship units in sheep, goat, pig, and poultry breeding.
- Sub-Mission on Feed and Fodder: Assistance for establishing fodder seed processing infrastructure, silage making units, and total mixed ration (TMR) plants.
- Sub-Mission on Innovation and Extension: Promoting livestock insurance, digital livestock tracking, and research in animal health.
Entrepreneurship capital subsidy structure
Under the entrepreneurship development program, individual farmers, FPOs, SHGs, and private companies can receive up to 50% capital subsidy (up to prescribed ceilings) for setting up commercial breeding farms and parent stock hatcheries. The remaining project cost is funded through bank loans and promoter equity.
Application process via Udyami Mitra
Proposals must be prepared with detailed project reports (DPRs) and submitted digitally through the dedicated NLM portal (nlm.udyamimitra.in). State Level Executive Committees (SLEC) and participating banks evaluate and approve submitted applications.
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Common questions
What is the capital subsidy percentage under the National Livestock Mission?
The scheme provides up to 50% capital subsidy on eligible project components subject to category-specific ceilings.
Which livestock sectors are supported under NLM entrepreneurship?
Entrepreneurship subsidies focus on poultry parent farms, sheep and goat breeding units, piggery farms, and fodder processing.
Where do entrepreneurs submit NLM subsidy applications?
Applications and Detailed Project Reports are submitted online through the NLM Udyami Mitra portal (nlm.udyamimitra.in).
General guidance, not personal advice. For your farm, ask your local Krishi Vigyan Kendra or agriculture officer.
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