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Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden" by the Coconut Development Board

Through the scheme “Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden (R&R)" by the Coconut Development Board, the coconut farmers are provided financial assistance through DBT (Direct Benefit Transfer) mode for the cutting & removal, replanting, and for integrated management practices.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Puducherry

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Cutting & Removal @ ₹ 1,000/‐ per palm subject to a maximum of ₹ 32,000/ per hectare. - Assistance for Replanting @ ₹ 40 per seedling subject to a maximum of ₹ 4,000.- Integrated Management Practices @ ₹ 17,500/‐ per hectare in two annual installments, for upto 4 hectares per farmer.- Seasonality: Annually.

Who can apply

All categories of coconut farmers with farmer's identity cards/ authenticated land records/documents are eligible.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

How is the financial assistance for cutting & removal calculated under the R&R scheme?

Coconut farmers receive [?]1,000 per palm, with a maximum limit of [?]32,000 per hectare for cutting & removal.

Can tenants cultivating lands owned by Municipalities apply for the R&R scheme?

Yes, tenants need consent from the municipality and a cultivation certificate for application.

What is the time frame for the seasonality of benefits under the R&R scheme?

The benefits, including cutting & removal, replanting, and integrated management practices, are provided annually.

Are there any restrictions on the maximum area for availing Integrated Management Practices support?

Yes, farmers can receive support for integrated management practices for up to 4 hectares under the R&R scheme.

How should tenants cultivating lands owned by religious institutions obtain consent for the R&R scheme?

Tenants need a letter of consent from the concerned authority and a cultivation certificate from the landowner or relevant departments.

What documentation is needed if a farmer does not possess an identity card?

In the absence of an identity card, farmers should submit land documents like sale deed, partition deed, gift deed, or will.

Who is eligible to benefit from the "Replanting & Rejuvenation of Coconut Garden (R&R)" scheme?

All categories of coconut farmers with a farmer's identity card or authenticated land records are eligible.

How frequently are the benefits distributed under the R&R scheme?

The benefits, including cutting & removal, replanting, and integrated management practices, are provided annually.

What is the financial assistance for Integrated Management Practices under the R&R scheme?

Coconut farmers can avail [?]17,500 per hectare in two annual installments, for up to 4 hectares per farmer.

What is the assistance provided for replanting in the R&R scheme?

Farmers receive [?]40 per seedling, with a maximum limit of [?]4,000 for replanting support.

What is the financial support offered for cutting & removal under the R&R scheme?

Coconut farmers receive [?]1,000 per palm, with a maximum limit of [?]32,000 per hectare for cutting & removal.