To enhance farmers' income and encourage the adoption of advanced horticultural practices, the Uttar Pradesh Government is implementing a range of subsidy-based initiatives under the Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH). The programme provides financial assistance for cultivating fruits, vegetables, flowers, spices, and organic crops while supporting investments in polyhouses, greenhouses, hi-tech nurseries, cold storage facilities, and post-harvest infrastructure.The initiative is designed to promote climate-resilient, high-value horticulture, improve productivity, reduce post-harvest losses, and create better market opportunities for farmers across the state.
Protected cultivation has been given high priority under the scheme to help farmers achieve higher yields and better-quality produce.
Eligible farmers can receive:
These incentives aim to make high-tech farming more affordable while improving crop quality and year-round production.
The government is also promoting the production of quality planting material through nursery development. Up to 50% subsidy for establishing and accrediting small nurseries. Up to 40% subsidy for setting up hi-tech nurseries, large commercial nurseries, and tissue culture laboratories. Improved access to certified, disease-free planting material is expected to enhance horticultural productivity and crop performance.
Subsidies for Dragon Fruit, Mango, Banana, Strawberry, and Other High-Value Crops:
To diversify horticultural production, the scheme encourages farmers to establish new orchards of high-value fruit crops. Farmers can avail up to 40% subsidy for planting: Dragon Fruit, Mango, Banana, Strawberry, Karonda (Carissa). Financial assistance is also available for cultivating hybrid vegetables, marigold, gladiolus, onion, garlic, coriander, and other flower and spice crops, helping farmers diversify their income sources.
Boosting Orchards with Modern Farm Equipment:
The scheme supports the revival of ageing orchards while encouraging the adoption of modern horticultural technologies. Subsidies ranging from 40% to 50% are available for: Rejuvenation of old orchards, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Tractors and power tillers, Knapsack sprayers, Eco-friendly insect traps, Beekeeping and bee hives, Honey bee colonies, Fruit and bunch covers. These interventions are expected to improve productivity, crop quality, and farm profitability.
Government Focuses on Post-Harvest Infrastructure:
To reduce post-harvest losses and improve value realization, the Uttar Pradesh Government is strengthening post-harvest management infrastructure. Farmers can receive 35% to 50% subsidy for establishing: Cold storage units, Cold rooms, Pack houses, Ripening chambers. These facilities help preserve the quality of fruits and vegetables, extend shelf life, and improve farmers' access to better market prices.
Up to 75% Subsidy for Farmers in SC/ST-Dominated Areas:
The state has introduced special financial support for eligible farmers belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST)-dominated areas.
Under the State Horticulture Development Programme, farmers with landholdings of up to 0.20 hectares can receive up to 75% subsidy for various horticultural activities, including:
The enhanced subsidy aims to encourage inclusive agricultural development and improve livelihood opportunities in underserved regions.
How Farmers Can Apply:
Farmers interested in availing benefits under the scheme can contact their District Horticulture Officer's Office for detailed guidelines and application procedures.
Applicants generally need to submit the following documents:
(FAQs):
1. What is the UP MIDH Scheme 2026?
The UP MIDH Scheme 2026 is a government horticulture programme that provides subsidies for polyhouses, orchards, nurseries, organic farming, and post-harvest infrastructure.
2. How much subsidy is available for polyhouses under the scheme?
Eligible farmers can receive up to 50% subsidy for establishing polyhouses, shade-net houses, and greenhouses.
3. Which crops are covered under the UP MIDH Scheme 2026?
The scheme supports dragon fruit, mango, banana, strawberry, karonda, hybrid vegetables, flowers, onion, garlic, coriander, and several spice crops.
4. Is there any special subsidy for SC/ST farmers?
Yes. Eligible farmers in SC/ST-dominated areas can receive up to 75% subsidy for selected horticulture activities under the State Horticulture Development Programme.
5. How can farmers apply for the UP MIDH Scheme 2026?
Farmers can apply through the District Horticulture Officer by submitting Aadhaar Card, bank account details, land records (Khatauni), the prescribed application form, and other required documents.
