National Livestock Mission (NLM) Subsidy for Feed & Fodder Value Addition Units

Get Up to ₹50 Lakh Capital Subsidy for Fodder Processing and Storage Projects

Table of Content

1. What is the National Livestock Mission (NLM)
2. NLM Subsidy for Poultry – Hatchery, Breeding & Mother Units
3. NLM Subsidy for Sheep and Goat Farming
4. NLM Subsidy for Piggery Farming
5. NLM Subsidy for Horse, Donkey & Camel Breeding
6. NLM Subsidy for Feed & Fodder Value Addition Units
7. NLM Subsidy for Seed Processing & Grading Units

Under the National Livestock Mission (NLM), the Government of India is providing a 50% capital subsidy (up to ₹50 Lakhs) to entrepreneurs setting up fodder value addition and processing units such as

1. Hay & Silage Making Units
2. Total Mixed Ration (TMR) Plants
3. Fodder Block Manufacturing Units
4. Fodder Storage & Processing Infrastructure

This scheme encourages private investment in the feed sector while ensuring sustainable fodder availability across villages.

Download DPR for Feed & Fodder Units

Get a ready-to-use DPR for establishing Feed & Fodder Value Addition Units under the National Livestock Mission (NLM) subsidy program.

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Eligible Infrastructure & Equipment

For Silage & Hay Units

1. Baler, Harvester & Power-operated Chaff Cutters
2. Construction of shed & godowns (2000+ sq.ft)
3. Tractor with trolley
4. Storage shed for machinery

For Fodder Block/TMR Units

1. TMR block makers, chaff cutters, elevators
2. Mixers, hammer mills, weighing & control systems
3. Molasses tanks, stitching machines
4. Power supply (140 KVA Gen Set)
5. Separate sheds for raw materials and machinery

All equipment and infrastructure must be as per the approved technical specifications.

Subsidy Pattern & Disbursement

• 50% capital subsidy, up to ₹50 Lakhs
• Disbursed in two equal installments via SIDBI
• First installment after 25% investment & verification
• Second installment after project completion & certification
• Self-financing applicants must furnish a 3-year Bank Guarantee

Subsidy not applicable for land purchase, rent, lease, vehicles, or working capital.

Funding & Disbursement Model

🔹 50% capital subsidy released in 2 equal installments
🔹 First installment after 25% infra investment is verified by the State Implementing Agency
🔹 Self-financing applicants must provide a 3-year Bank Guarantee for the unsubsidized portion
🔹 Second installment is released post-completion and final verification

Who Can Apply?

• Individual Entrepreneurs
• Self-Help Groups (SHGs)
• Joint Liability Groups (JLGs)
• Farmers Producer Organizations (FPOs)
• Farmers Cooperatives (FCOs)
• Dairy Cooperatives
• Section 8 Companies

Key Eligibility Criteria:

✔️ Technical experience or trained personnel
✔️ KYC compliance and margin money (minimum 10%)
✔️ Sanctioned loan appraisal (or bank guarantee for self-financing)
✔️ Capability to run the unit for a minimum of 3 years
✔️ Project established on owned or leased land

Why Choose Unique Group as Your Feed & Fodder Subsidy Consultant?

At Unique Group, we specialize in end-to-end consulting for fodder projects under NLM. From planning to subsidy release, we handle the process with precision.

1. DPR & Technical Project Reports
2. Scheme Guidance & Document Preparation
3. Bank Loan Coordination & Guarantee Assistance
4. Online Application & Portal Submission
5. State Implementing Agency Follow-ups