Question: What benefits does Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Quality Upgradation / Certification: Supply of Baby Pulpers provide?

Answer: Benefits under Coffee Development Programme in North Eastern Region: Quality Upgradation / Certification: Supply of Baby Pulpers:

during the XII plan are not eligible.Application ProcessOfflineStep 1: Beneficiary Identification and ApplicationThe Extension
Officer identifies the beneficiary/applicant and obtains the application for procurement & supply of the baby pulper in the prescribed
format (in duplicate). This process includes submitting land records and 25% of the unit cost.Step 2: Procurement DetailsIf baby pulpers
are procured and supplied by the State Government/Other Agencies, the Extension Officer collects beneficiary details along with 25% of
the unit cost of the pulper.Step 3: Beneficiary List CompilationThe Extension Officer compiles a list of identified beneficiaries and
submits it to the concerned Deputy Director (Extn.), who consolidates the regional requirements and forwards them to the Joint Director
(Extn.), Guwahati.Step 4: Tendering ProcessThe Joint Director (Extension), Guwahati completes the tendering process, adhering to all
official formalities.Step 5: Financial Sanction and Order PlacementAfter the tendering process, the Joint Director (Extension), Guwahati
obtains financial sanction from the Competent Authority and places the order with the accepted manufacturer. The condition is set for
the manufacturer to supply the pulpers to the growers by October.Step 6: Machinery Inspection and PaymentExtension Officers conduct
inspections of the machinery at the growers' fields. They then submit the physical verification report to the concerned Deputy Director
(Extn.)/Joint Director (Extn.), Guwahati, to effect the suppliers' payment.Documents RequiredProof of Grower's Registration.Land
records/possession certificate duly certified by the Village Authority/State Government Authority/Competent Authority.NOTE: The land
records should be in the name of the beneficiary.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the role of the Village Authority in certifying land
records?The Village Authority certifies the land records or possession certificate required for the application process.What actions are
taken against applicants resorting to coercion or providing false information?Applications engaging in coercion or furnishing false
information face rejection, and legal action is initiated for subsidy recovery with applicable interest.Can beneficiaries apply for more
than one unit under this scheme?No, each eligible tribal grower is entitled to only one unit.How does the scheme support growers in
obtaining better returns?By encouraging the establishment of infrastructure for quality enhancement and obtaining certification, enabling
growers to earn better returns for their coffee.What is the stipulated timeframe for the submission of applications and acceptance for
eligible subsidies?The release of eligible subsidy depends on fund availability during a specific year, and there is no automatic
entitlement upon application submission.Could you explain the role of the Deputy Director (Extn.) in the beneficiary list compilation?
The Deputy Director consolidates regional requirements, reviewing the list compiled by Extension Officers before forwarding it to the
Joint Director (Extn.), Guwahati.How are Extension Officers involved in the scheme's implementation after the tendering process?They
conduct machinery inspections at growers' fields and submit physical verification reports for payment processing.What is the
significance of the condition for manufacturers to supply pulpers by October?It ensures timely delivery of pulpers to growers, enhancing
the effectiveness of the scheme.How is the financial sanction obtained after the tendering process?The Joint Director (Extension),
Guwahati, secures financial sanction from the Competent Authority to proceed with the order placement.Can you provide details on the
amendment to the scheme?The Coffee Board reserves the right to amend terms and conditions based on fund availability, and
applications resorting to coercion or providing false information will be rejected with legal consequences.What documents are required
during the application process?Proof of Grower's Registration and certified land records/possession certificate in the beneficiary's
name.What is the role of the Joint Director (Extension), Guwahati, in the scheme implementation?The Joint Director completes the
tendering process, obtains financial sanction, and places orders with manufacturers for pulpers to be supplied by October.How is the
procurement of baby pulpers handled?If procured by the State Government/Other Agencies, the Extension Officer collects beneficiary