Sikkim Organic Mission Scheme

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Overview & About

Sikkim's pioneering organic farming scheme supporting the world's first fully organic state through farmer assistance and market linkages.

Sikkim became the world's first fully organic state in 2016. The Sikkim Organic Mission supports this achievement by providing financial assistance, training, certification costs, and market linkage to all farmers practicing organic farming. The scheme covers input subsidies, organic certification, and premium price support.

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State Sikkim

Achievement World's 1st Fully Organic State

Input Subsidy ₹10,000/hectare

Since 2003

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Benefits

Free organic certification (PGS/Third party)
Input subsidy: ₹10,000/hectare
Organic bonus: ₹5,000–₹20,000 per farmer annually
Storage facility support
Market linkage to premium organic brands
Export assistance for organic produce

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Eligibility Criteria

All farmers of Sikkim practicing organic farming
Must convert completely to organic (no chemical inputs)
Land should be registered under farmer's name
Sikkim resident with valid land records

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Required Documents

Land ownership documents, Farmer identity card, Aadhaar card, Bank account, Organic conversion declaration

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How to Apply

1

Contact local Agriculture Extension Officer

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Register for organic conversion program

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Attend organic farming training

4

Stop all chemical inputs, begin organic practices

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Receive PGS certification after inspection

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Receive subsidies and bonuses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is all of Sikkim organic? ▾

Yes, Sikkim became the world's first 100% organic state in 2016. All agricultural land in Sikkim follows organic practices.

Can farmers use any chemical fertilizer? ▾

No, all chemical fertilizers and pesticides are banned in Sikkim. Only organic inputs are permitted.

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