Shade net house subsidy percentage under MIDH horticulture mission and how to apply.
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Shade net houses get assistance under MIDH at around 50 percent of an approved cost norm per square metre for general farmers, with state top-ups and higher rates for SC, ST and priority categories in many states. Shade nets suit nursery raising, leafy vegetables, flowers and crops that need lower light and heat, and they cost less than a fully climate-controlled polyhouse. Apply through your state horticulture department portal with land records, Aadhaar, bank details and a quotation or project report. The subsidy is released after construction and field inspection. Since cost norms and the per-beneficiary area limit are revised periodically, confirm the current figure for your state before you start.
A shade net is a good first step before jumping to a costly polyhouse. It costs less, is simpler to manage and still protects leafy greens and nursery plants from harsh sun and heavy rain. I started with a shade net and only later moved to a polyhouse once I learned the market.
Choose the shade percentage of the net for your crop, 35, 50 or 75 percent. Too much shade and leafy crops get leggy, too little and they scorch. The horticulture officer can advise the right grade for what you plan to grow.