MIDH — Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture
By Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India
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Quick Answer
35%–55% subsidies for polyhouses, cold chain and horticulture infrastructure
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Subsidy
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this subsidy
Umbrella scheme for all horticulture crops and related infrastructure. Key benefits: (a) Protected cultivation (polyhouses, greenhouses): 50% subsidy on project cost (for units above 500 sqm). (b) Cold chain: 35%–50% subsidy. (c) Post-harvest management: 35% subsidy. (d) Micro-irrigation systems: 45%–55% subsidy for small/marginal. (e) Planting material subsidy. Implemented through state horticulture missions.
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Subsidy providers
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, India The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India, is the apex central government body responsible for policy formulation and scheme implementation across agriculture, horticulture, and allied sectors.…
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What You Get
MIDH provides non-repayable capital subsidies across multiple horticulture sub-schemes: 50% subsidy on polyhouse/greenhouse construction (units above 500 sqm), 35%–50% for cold chain and post-harvest management units, 45%–55% micro-irrigation subsidy (higher slab for small and marginal farmers), and planting material subsidies for approved nurseries. These grants directly reduce the upfront capital requirement for horticulture infrastructure, making high-value protected farming and cold chain investment financially viable for smaller operators. No equity is taken and subsidies are not repayable. Implementation is through State Horticulture Missions, so annual fund availability depends on state allocation.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Application Process
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Contact your State Horticulture Department /
Contact your State Horticulture Department / District Horticulture Officer for the relevant sub-scheme.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for MIDH benefits?
Farmers, horticulture entrepreneurs, Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), Self-Help Groups (SHGs), cooperatives and companies investing in horticulture production or post-harvest infrastructure are eligible. Subsidy rates vary by beneficiary category (small/marginal farmers typically get higher subsidy percentages).
What subsidy rates are available?
Subsidy varies by sub-scheme: protected cultivation (polyhouses/greenhouses) — 50% of project cost for units above 500 sqm; cold chain infrastructure — 35%–50%; post-harvest management — 35%; micro-irrigation — 45%–55% for small/marginal farmers. Planting material subsidies are also available for select crops.
Is MIDH a central or state scheme?
MIDH is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented through State Horticulture Missions (SHMs). Applications are made at the state level; each state allocates annual targets and funds under the scheme. The benefits and focus crops may vary slightly by state.
Is equity taken?
No. MIDH subsidies are non-repayable grants. No equity stake is taken by the government.
What crops and activities are covered?
All horticulture crops — fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, plantation crops, aromatic and medicinal plants — are covered. Key supported activities include protected cultivation, micro-irrigation, cold storage, pack houses, primary processing units, and planting material nurseries.
How do I apply?
Apply to your State Horticulture Mission (SHM) or District Horticulture Officer. The National Horticulture Board (nhb.gov.in) also runs separate centrally-managed programmes. Submit a project proposal with land ownership proof, cost estimates and bank loan sanction (for credit-linked schemes).
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
