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Soil Health Card Scheme

Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare · Launched 2015

A scheme that provides farmers with a card detailing the nutrient status of their soil and tailored recommendations to improve yield.

Key benefit

Free soil testing and crop-wise nutrient recommendations to cut input costs and raise productivity.

Eligibility criteria

  • Any farmer cultivating land is eligible
  • No income or landholding restriction

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Documents required

  • Aadhaar Card
  • Land details

How to apply

  1. 1Contact your local agriculture department or Krishi Vigyan Kendra
  2. 2Provide your land details for soil sample collection
  3. 3Soil samples are tested at a designated laboratory
  4. 4Collect or download your Soil Health Card with recommendations

Frequently asked questions

How often is the Soil Health Card issued?

The card is typically issued once every few years so farmers can track changes in soil health and adjust inputs accordingly.

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