Tamil Nadu Govt Introduces Innovative Subsidy Scheme to Fulfill Machinery Needs of Farmers & Labour Shortage

In a bid to usher in a new era of agricultural innovation, the Tamil Nadu government has unveiled an ambitious subsidy scheme as part of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural Mechanization Scheme. This visionary initiative is poised to not only boost agricultural production but also tackle the persistent challenge of labor shortages in the sector.

According to Mr. M R K Panneerselvam, the State Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the move comes at a crucial time when the agricultural industry grapples with a shortage of laborers. To address this issue and modernize farming practices, the government is embracing mechanization on a grand scale.

At the heart of this revolution is the introduction of the E-Rental (E-Vaadagaii) application. This cutting-edge digital platform aims to cater to the machinery needs of farmers, making the process of accessing essential equipment simpler and more cost-effective.

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But that's not all; the Tamil Nadu government is going the extra mile by offering subsidies to eligible farmers. In a bold step forward, the government has given the green light to two private firms to provide drone services. These drones are poised to become indispensable tools in agriculture, revolutionizing practices such as pesticide spraying and disease monitoring.

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Farmers eager to benefit from these subsidies can easily pre-register the details of the agricultural machinery they require. They can do this conveniently through the E-Rental app or by visiting the official website at https://mts.aed.tn.gov/evaadagai/. This streamlined approach ensures that support reaches farmers promptly and efficiently.

With the introduction of this subsidy scheme and the integration of state-of-the-art agricultural technologies, Tamil Nadu is poised for a transformation in its farming landscape. The government's vision to harness mechanization and drones promises to empower farmers, bolster agricultural productivity, and ensure the sustainable growth of the state's agricultural sector. The future of Tamil Nadu farming looks promising, with technology leading the way.

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