National Livestock Mission (NLM) Subsidy for Horse, Donkey & Camel Breeding

Get Up to ₹50 Lakh Capital Subsidy for Indigenous Livestock 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

The National Livestock Mission (NLM) offers up to 50% capital subsidy (maximum ₹50 lakhs) for entrepreneurs, SHGs, FPOs, and cooperatives establishing breeder farms for indigenous breeds of horses, donkeys, and camels

This initiative is aimed at:

1. Organizing the rural equine and camel/donkey rearing sectors
2. Promoting entrepreneurship and sustainable livestock farming
3. Preserving and improving India’s native breeds
4. Enhancing productivity, utility, and value-chain development

Download DPR for Horse, Donkey & Camel Breeding Units

Get a professionally prepared DPR for setting up Horse, Donkey, and Camel Breeding Units under the National Livestock Mission (NLM) subsidy program. Ideal for bank loans, government support, and project approvals.

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Eligible Breeding Unit Sizes and Subsidy Caps

Note: Only indigenous breeds are eligible. Thoroughbred horse farms are not funded.

What the Subsidy Covers:

• Animal procurement & transportation
• Construction of sheds, paddocks, calving shelters
• Milk processing & storage units (for camels)
• Equipment for feeding, grooming, milking, AI & storage
• Veterinary aid, animal insurance & fodder development
• Grazing infrastructure & community land access

Not covered: land purchase, lease costs, personal 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)
• Section 8 Companies

Eligibility Criteria:

✔️ Have technical training or experience
✔️ Own or lease land
✔️ Provide 10% margin money
✔️ Be able to run the unit for at least 3 years
✔️ Hold valid KYC and project documentation

Why Choose Unique Group as Your Livestock Subsidy Consultant?

At Unique Group, we help you plan, apply, and succeed with government-backed animal husbandry projects. We simplify complex applications and ensure full compliance to maximize your benefits.