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Rythu Bharosa Kendra: Kerala to Replicate RBK Model
Andhra Pradesh and Kerala steps forward towards Rythu Bharosa Kendra in Kerala
Kerala Agriculture Minister has said that the state will seek the cooperation of Andhra Pradesh in setting up facilities similar to the Rythu Bharosa Kendras (RBKs) in Kerala.
The objective of RBKs is to provide one-stop solution for the farmers, including incentive opportunities and assistance to them.
Rythu Bharosa Kendras were set up at village secretariats, which will function throughout the year.
Supply of Inputs - RBKs supply pre-tested seed, fertilizers, and seedlings to agriculture, aquaculture, and horticulture farmers.
a. All the products are tested at Dr. Y.S.R. Agri Labs and other labs.
Farmers must place orders through the kiosks and the Agriculture and Aquaculture departments will deliver the stocks in villages.
RBKs will have digital kiosks and an App to help farmers know the real time market prices.
Procurement - Agriculture Department is the nodal agency to register all crops being cultivated by farmers, season-wise, in e-crop app.
Department of Civil Supplies, Markfed, Oilfed and CCI will coordinate with Agriculture department to that the ensure procurement operations are taken up.
Financial Assistance - The government is providing annually Rs 13,500 to each farmer. Out of the total amount,
a. Rs 7,500 is given to the farmers in May for buying crop inputs before the sowing
b. Rs 4,000 and Rs 2,000 is given in October and January, respectively, to meet harvesting expenditure.
The state government is also giving free farm insurance cover.