Integrated Post Harvest Management Projects

Integrated Post Harvest Management Projects by NHB

 

Introduction

The Integrated Post Harvest Management Projects scheme, initiated by the National Horticulture Board (NHB), aims to promote the establishment of post-harvest infrastructure such as pack houses, ripening chambers, refrigerated vans, retail outlets, pre-cooling units, and primary processing units. By providing credit-linked back-ended subsidy assistance, the scheme aims to enhance the post-harvest management of eligible horticulture crops, thereby ensuring improved quality and marketability.

Objectives

1. Enhance Post-Harvest Infrastructure: Facilitate the establishment of modern post-harvest facilities to minimize losses and maintain the quality of horticulture produce.
2. Promote Value Addition: Encourage primary processing activities to add value to horticulture crops and increase market competitiveness.
3. Support for Eligible Crops: Provide financial assistance for post-harvest management projects related to fruits, vegetables, flowers, aromatic plants, and cashew.

Components of the Scheme

1. Eligible Post-Harvest Management Projects:
   • Establishment of pack houses, ripening chambers, refrigerated vans, retail outlets, pre-cooling units, and primary processing units.

Eligible Crops

• Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Aromatic Plants, and Cashew: Projects related to primary processing activities are eligible for subsidy assistance.

Pattern of Assistance

• Credit-Linked Back-Ended Subsidy:
  • General Area:
    • @35% of the total project cost, limited to ₹50.75 lakh per project.
  • North East Region, Hilly States, and Scheduled Areas:
    • @50% of the project cost, limited to ₹72.50 lakh per project.

Implementation Plan

1. Project Proposal Submission:

   • Interested parties submit detailed project proposals to NHB, specifying the proposed post-harvest management activities and eligible crops.

2. Project Evaluation and Approval:

   • NHB evaluates proposals based on feasibility, impact, and compliance with scheme guidelines.
   • Approved projects receive credit-linked back-ended subsidy assistance as per the scheme criteria.

3. Infrastructure Setup:

   • Procurement and installation of post-harvest management infrastructure, including pack houses, ripening chambers, refrigerated vans, and retail outlets.
   • Implementation of primary processing units for eligible crops to add value and enhance market competitiveness.

4. Operational Phase:

   • Commencement of post-harvest management activities, including sorting, grading, packaging, and processing of horticulture produce.
   • Utilization of established infrastructure for storage, transportation, and market distribution.

5. Monitoring & Evaluation:

   • Regular monitoring of project progress and subsidy utilization.
   • Evaluation of outcomes in terms of improved post-harvest management practices, value addition, and market penetration for horticulture crops.

Conclusion

The Integrated Post Harvest Management Projects scheme by NHB aims to enhance the post-harvest infrastructure for horticulture crops through credit-linked back-ended subsidy assistance. By supporting the establishment of modern facilities and primary processing units, the scheme contributes to minimizing losses, adding value, and improving market competitiveness for eligible horticulture crops

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