**Executive Summary**
This document presents the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare's response to Lok Sabha Unstarred Question No. 1604, concerning schemes for horticulture and fisheries implemented by the government. It details the schemes implemented, funds sanctioned, technologies developed, and promotion efforts. The question was slated to be answered on December 9th, 2025.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Implemented Schemes:**
* **Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH):** A centrally sponsored scheme implemented across all states and UTs for holistic growth in horticulture, covering various crops.
* **Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY):** A centrally sponsored scheme to promote the Blue Revolution through sustainable fisheries development, as part of the Athmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
* **Funds Approved:**
* State-wise details of funds approved under MIDH and PMMSY for the last three years are provided in an Annexure.
* **Technology Development:**
* 788 improved technologies developed and standardized by ICAR research institutes under the Horticultural Science Division in the last five years, including production, crop protection, bio-formulations, post-harvest handling, and value-addition.
* 345 technologies were commercialized with 1,232 licensees.
* 35 patents and 121 copyrights were obtained by horticulture institutes.
* Technologies developed under fisheries sector: captive breeding, shrimp farming systems, genetically improved fish species, fish feed formulations, diagnostic kits, disease surveillance, fish species discovery, marine stock assessment, trawl technology, nutraceuticals, etc.
* **Promotion & Information Dissemination:**
* Training and field demonstrations were organized to promote varieties and related practices on production, crop protection, and post-harvest management.
* Skill development and capacity-building programs are conducted for various stakeholders in fisheries and aquaculture, training approximately 17,000-20,000 people annually.
**Impact Analysis**
**Farmers, Fishermen, Entrepreneurs, and Youths**
* **Impact:** Access to improved technologies, training programs, and information related to horticulture and fisheries, potentially increasing yields and income.
* **Action Required:** Participate in training programs and field demonstrations, adopt new technologies, and leverage available resources to improve productivity and sustainability.
**State Governments and UTs**
* **Impact:** Responsible for implementing MIDH and PMMSY, with funds allocated as per the attached annexure.
* **Action Required:** Effectively utilize allocated funds, implement the schemes, organize training programs, and disseminate information to relevant stakeholders within their respective jurisdictions.
**ICAR Research Institutes (Horticultural Science Division) and other Research Institutes in the Agriculture and Fisheries Sector**
* **Impact:** Charged with continued research, development, and commercialization of improved technologies in horticulture and fisheries.
* **Action Required:** Continue research efforts, standardize and commercialize new technologies, and collaborate with stakeholders to promote adoption.
**Consumers**
* **Impact:** Access to improved varieties of crops and fish, availability of affordable and high-quality agri-products.
* **Action Required:** Stay informed about improved varieties, diversify their diets, and adopt sustainable food consumption practices.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare: The primary government body responsible for the schemes discussed.
Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH): A centrally sponsored scheme for the holistic development of the horticulture sector in India.
Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY): A centrally sponsored scheme for sustainable and responsible development of the fisheries sector in India.
ICAR: Indian Council of Agricultural Research – research institute behind many of the technological advancements
India: Location central to the applicability of the policy
O.I.H
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE & FARMERS WELFARE
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE & FARMERS WELFARE
LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1604
TO BE ANSWERED ON 09th December, 2025
Schemes for Horticulture and Fisheries
1604: SHRI ARUN KUMAR SAGAR:
Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE कृ िष एवं िकसान क(cid:670)ाण मं(cid:361)ी
be pleased to state:
(a) the names of the schemes implemented for horticulture, fruits, tree plantation and
fisheries by the Government in the country during the last three years till date, State-wise;
(b) the details of the funds sanctioned by the Government for these schemes during the said
period, State-wise;
(c) whether any new technology has been developed by the National Council of Agriculture
Research or any other such research institute in these sectors;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken to provide information and encourage the people concerned in this
regard?
ANSWER
MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE
कृ िष एवं िकसान क(cid:670)ाण रा(cid:475) मं(cid:361)ी (SHRI RAMNATH THAKUR)
(a): Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH), a Centrally Sponsored
Scheme is being implemented for holistic growth of the horticulture sector in the country
covering fruits, vegetables, root and tuber crops, mushrooms, spices, flowers, aromatic and
medicinal plants, coconut, cashew, cocoa and bamboo. All States and UTs are covered
under MIDH.
Government has also launched a Centrally Sponsored Scheme on Pradhan Mantri
Matsya Sampada Yojana - A scheme to bring about Blue Revolution through Sustainable
and Responsible Development of Fisheries Sector in India (PMMSY) as a part of
Athmanirbhar Bharat for holistic development of fisheries and aquaculture and welfare of
fishermen in the country.
(b): State-wise details of the funds approved by the Government under MIDH and PMMSY
during the last three years is at Annexure.
(c) & (d): Several new technologies have been developed and commercialized by research
institutes under Horticultural Science Division of ICAR. A total of 788 improved technologies
on production, crop protection, bio-formulations, post-harvest handling and value-addition
were standardized/ certified during the last five years. A total of 345 technologies were
commercialized with 1,232 licensees. A total of 35 patents and 121 copyrights were also
obtained by horticulture institutes.Apart from the above, the following technologies have also been developed by
research institutes under fisheries sector:
• Captive breeding and seed production technologies for 15 food fishes and 19
ornamental fishes
• Super-intensive precision shrimp farming system with production of 30-45
tonnes/ha/crop in a duration of 120 days (commercialized to three entrepreneurs)
• Genetically-improved fish species were developed with higher growth, which are as
follows:
Rohu (Jayanti rohu): >60% higher growth after 14th generations
Catla (Amrut catla): >35% higher growth after 3rd generations
Magur (Mahamagur): >25% higher growth after 3rd generations
Freshwater Prawn (GI Scampi): >55% higher growth after 15th generation
• More than 20 indigenous fish feed formulations for various life stages (broodstock,
larval and grower) of diversified aquaculture species (food fish and ornamental fish)
• Diagnostic kits developed against major bacterial and viral pathogens, and close to
15 vaccines and therapeutic formulations for effective fish health management
• National Surveillance Programme reported over 3200 fish disease incidences on pan
India level, and discovered nine new fish diseases
• Discovered and described around 40 fish species new to science
• Assessed marine fish stocks in Indian waters, and revealed that 91.1% of the 135
stocks are “healthy”
• Designed Fuel Efficient Trawl Technology (VS Otter board) and Integrated Bycatch
Reduction Device
• Developed and commercialized 4 nutraceuticals, and 50 supplements including
value-added products and waste-to-wealth byproducts
(e): For promotion of varieties and related package of practices on production, crop
protection, and post-harvest management, a total of 6,091 trainings and 11,441
field demonstrations of technologies were organized benefitting more than 2,50,000 youths,
farmers, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders and for development of human resource in
fisheries and aquaculture; skill development/capacity building/training programmes are
being regularly undertaken for fishers/fish-farmers/state govt. officials/entrepreneurs on
various aspects. Annually, on an average 17,000 to 20,000 stakeholders are being trained.Annexure
State-wise details of the funds approved (GoI Share) under MIDH and PMMSY during
the last three years is as under:
Rs. in Lakhs
Sl. MIDH PMMSY
State/UT
No. 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25 2022-23 2023-24 2024-25
Andaman & Nicobar 210.00 300.00 300.00
1 405.25 892.80 386.20
Islands
2 Andhra Pradesh 10000.00 6390.00 6500.00 26515.00 2748.00 2457.00
3 Arunachal Pradesh 1824.00 3730.00 3000.00 5801.99 2387.00 2550.10
4 Assam 5400.00 6700.00 9392.18 8367.33 5479.22 6176.24
5 Bihar 2000.00 1500.00 4000.00 809.60 6294.27 1638.52
6 Chhattisgarh 8000.00 6000.00 10000.00 9607.89 10759.49 3493.85
The Dadra and Nagar 100.00 100.00 100.00
7 Haveli & Daman and 0.00 0.00 12885.69
Diu
8 Delhi 50.00 40.00 50.00 0.00 0.00 0.00
9 Goa 240.00 230.00 400.00 568.45 337.44 273.60
10 Gujarat 8200.00 9500.00 7000.00 8533.74 2237.40 8362.62
11 Haryana 8000.00 7680.00 5500.00 4090.02 16084.70 1168.14
12 Himachal Pradesh 3500.00 1600.00 3000.00 1424.32 1473.38 1709.55
13 Jammu and Kashmir 4700.00 6700.00 9099.90 2075.10 1857.90 1110.28
14 Jharkhand 2100.00 1000.00 3000.00 2900.74 4256.63 385.54
15 Karnataka 10800.00 9193.00 11700.00 13054.31 9775.83 1614.25
16 Kerala 2800.00 3038.00 4000.00 18152.32 13437.48 13335.67
17 Ladakh 3500.00 1900.00 2500.00 442.20 867.72 294.84
18 Lakshadweep 40.00 40.00 40.00 648.00 546.60 148.80
19 Madhya Pradesh 4500.00 3000.00 6000.00 5499.40 8071.77 5907.65
20 Maharashtra 8400.00 8164.00 8000.00 22735.17 10401.17 3827.94
21 Manipur 2600.00 1580.00 3000.00 2144.39 4720.60 740.43
22 Meghalaya 2000.00 2450.00 2500.00 1939.21 3154.82 476.28
23 Mizoram 3200.00 3950.00 5316.04 1277.92 2521.95 723.87
24 Nagaland 3000.00 3600.00 4885.49 1488.16 1991.38 4281.29
25 Odisha 4100.00 5513.00 4500.00 18559.00 6770.10 4012.00
26 Puducherry 150.00 200.00 125.00 11614.78 1230.75 13445.35
27 Punjab 3110.00 2986.00 4000.00 1615.54 468.17 391.99
28 Rajasthan 3900.00 2844.00 6000.00 489.12 686.34 272.06
29 Sikkim 2250.00 3265.00 4606.29 1215.54 1621.56 339.00
30 Tamil Nadu 10250.00 12000.00 8000.00 20779.82 4377.10 7135.92
31 Telangana 1900.00 944.00 2900.00 3781.26 1980.00 1075.20
32 Tripura 2100.00 1943.00 3000.00 2411.87 4639.70 4202.65
33 Uttar Pradesh 6000.00 6850.00 8000.00 8032.44 11894.45 2398.68
34 Uttarakhand 3500.00 3550.00 3000.00 6181.02 3197.79 1377.54
35 West Bengal 2300.00 1200.00 4000.00 18230.39 2760.31 1563.98
Total 134724.00 129680.00 157414.90 231391.29 149923.82 110162.72
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