Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centres (ACABC)

Introduction

The Agri-Clinics and Agri-Business Centres (ACABC) scheme is a government initiative designed to support the establishment of agri-clinics and agri-business centres. The scheme focuses on providing farmers with technical and advisory services as well as facilitating value addition through modern agribusiness practices.

Objectives

• To provide comprehensive advisory services and technical support to farmers.
• To encourage the establishment of agri-clinics that serve as one-stop centers for agricultural inputs, services, and technology transfer.
• To promote value addition in the agricultural supply chain through integrated agri-business models.
• To facilitate better market linkages and access to modern farming techniques.

Benefits

• Enhanced Advisory Support: Access to expert advice on crop management, pest control, and post-harvest technologies.
• Business Development: Support in setting up agri-clinics and agri-business centres to assist local farming communities.
• Technology Transfer: Introduction of modern agricultural practices and value addition methods.
• Market Connectivity: Improved access to markets through value chain integration and collective bargaining.

Eligibility

Eligible Beneficiaries:

• Aspiring agri-entrepreneurs and existing professionals in the agricultural sector.
• Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) and self-help groups (SHGs) interested in establishing agri-business centres.
• Rural entrepreneurs aiming to provide technical and advisory services to local farmers.

Exclusions:

• Commercial entities not focused on providing agricultural services.
• Applicants not engaged in or committed to delivering technical support or agribusiness services to farmers.

Application Process

1. Interested beneficiaries can apply online via the ACABC official portal.
2. Applications are reviewed by the respective state agriculture or rural development departments.
3. Approved applicants receive financial support and technical guidance for setting up their agri-clinics or agri-business centres.
4. Official Link: ACABC Application Portal

Required Documents

• Aadhaar Card (for identity verification).
• Business Plan/Project Proposal (detailing the proposed agri-clinic or agri-business centre model).
• Land or Premises Documents (if applicable, to show location readiness).
• Bank Account Details (for subsidy disbursement).
• Relevant Certificates/Qualifications (if any, related to agriculture or business management).