Oil Palm Boom in Rajanna Sircilla: Govt Boosts Cultivation with Subsidies

• Rajanna Sircilla district actively promotes oil palm cultivation with significant government support.
• Central and state governments offer subsidies for saplings, drip irrigation (up to 100% for SC/ST), and Rs. 4,200/acre maintenance for 4 years.
• Currently, 2,373 acres are under oil palm by 806 farmers, with 400 acres already yielding.
• Awareness programs, intercropping options, and marketing support ensure farmer financial strength.
• Officials aim for 2,000 more acres, urging farmers to contact local departments for benefits.

Why It Matters: Rajanna Sircilla district is driving oil palm growth with extensive government subsidies and support.