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Application for production inputs support through ISPAAD Horticulture

Overview

Individual farmers and groups can be assisted with purchasing of pesticides, fertilizers, packaging material, seedlings and seeds. All farmers cultivating a minimum of 0.5 hectares are eligible for farm inputs. In case of seedling (vegetables and fruits), mushroom and ornamental project, the size of the farm must be at least 0.25 hectares. This assistance will be available once a year, that is once every 12 months for a period of 3 years. The maximum ceiling is P120 000.00.

The minimum farm size for individuals and a group is 0.5 hectares and 2 hectares respectively. Individual farmers are expected to contribute 60% of the total cost of inputs while a group is expected to pay 40%. Purchasing of inputs and farm implement will be guided by the business plan.

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens and non-citizens aged 18 years and above
  • Applicants who have access to land (proof of ownership or leasehold). In case of leasehold, the lease period should not be less than 10 years.
  • Associations, companies, partnerships or groups registered either under Agricultural Management Associations (AMA), Cooperatives, Registrar of Societies or Registrar of Companies
  • Farmers who have been assisted once will not qualify for assistance within that year even if they have not exhausted the allocated funds in that particular component
How do I get this service?
  • Submit the relevant supporting documents  to the Agricultural Demonstrator (AD) or Extension Officer (EO)
  • The AD will verify if all the necessary information is provided and if the applicant meets the eligibility criteria
  • The Agricultural Demonstrator/Extension Officer will submit the application with the supporting documents to the District Crop Production Officer (DCPO)
  • The application shall be appraised and the appraising team shall inform the applicant in writing  about the fate of his/her application
  • The applicant in turn will submit the approval letter to the supplier of production inputs or the service provider.
  • If approved the farmer or a group must pay the supplier 60% and 40% of the total cost of the production inputs and the Government pays the other 40 % and 60% respectively.
  • If the applicant is aggrieved about the decision of the appraising team on his or her application , he or she shall make an appeal to the office of the Director of Crop Production within 30 days of receiving the response letter from the DCPO
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Land Board Certificate, lease or title deed. In case of lease, the lease period should not be less than 10 years.
  • Business plan
  • Prove of established and reliable water source (e.g the borehole must yield at least 2.5m³/hour to be able to irrigate half a hectare)
  • For associations, companies, partnerships or groups registered prove of registration either under Agricultural Management Associations (AMA), Cooperatives, Registrar of Societies or Registrar of Companies.
How long will this service take?
  • Three (3) months.  
Theme for this service
How much does it cost?
  • Individual farmers pays 60% of the cost of production inputs
  • Groups pay 40% of the cost of production inputs.
  • Contributions in kind are not accepted and all contributions must be in cash
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Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security

Keywords

Horticulture, ISPAAD, Production inputs, fertilizers

Ministry submitting this Service

Application for Well Development (Hand Dug) and Rehabilitation

Overview

Groups of farmers (syndicates) and individuals can apply for rehabilitation of hand dug wells or sand river wells to be used for livestock watering and irrigation purposes.

Who is eligible?

Groups of farmers (syndicates) and individuals can apply for rehabilitation of hand dug wells or sand river wells to be used for livestock watering and irrigation purposes.

How do I get this service?

Download and complete Application for Well Development along with the relevant supporting documents to the nearest District Crop Production Office.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Certified copy of Landboard Certificate or a letter from Tribal Authority.
  • Document stating the yield of the well (if available).
  • Well (Hand Dug) constitution for syndicates.
  • Must have a proof of Water Rights Certificate.
How long will this service take?

One (1) month.

Where can I obtain this service?

Department of Crop Production                               
Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security Headquarters

Plot 4701 Mmaraka road
3rd Floor, Office No. 301

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

The applicant is expected to provide 15% of the total cost, where applicable, in kind, in the form of labour for well rehabilitation.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Rehabilitation of hand dug wells, sand river wells, livestock watering and irrigation purposes

Ministry submitting this Service

Provision of Seeds, Fertilizers and Herbicides to Commercial Farmers Through ISPAAD

Overview

Commercial farmers who cultivate over 150Ha and use large sophisticated machinery and implements can access the following assistance from government: 

  • A 30% subsidy on the cost of hybrid or open pollinated varieties of seeds up to maximum of 500 Ha.
  • Farmers will be assisted with 30% subsidy on the cost of fertilizer up to a maximum of 500 Ha for the following fertilizer treatments; liming, basal or top dressing.
  • Farmers will be assisted with 30% subsidy on the cost of herbicides to control weeds up to a maximum of 500 Ha for either of the following operations; pre-emergence, post emergence or control of difficult weeds such as Cynodon dactylon, mokhure etc.
  • Seed is provided for varieties of major grain and fodder crops, sorghum, maize and cowpeas only.
  • The amount of seed issued to farmers will depend on availability, and suitability to the farming areas.

This assistance is available through the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agriculture Development (ISPAAD).

Who is eligible?
  • Applicants must be aged 18 years and above
  • Citizens must have a valid National Identity Card (Omang)
  • Foreigners must have valid Residence and Work Permits.
  • Be able to demonstrate to the Extension staff that they own fields or have the consent of the owners to use such fields.
  • Must have proof of land accessibility (duly allocated or leased)
How do I get this service?
  • Fill and submit Permission to Purchase Fertilizers / Open Pollinated Seed / Hybrid Seeds/Herbicides, under ISPAAD form to the nearest District Crop Production Office (DCPO) for processing.
  • After processing, the DCPO will contact the applicant in writing concerning the outcome of his application.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of a valid National Identity Card (Omang) or residence and work permits.
  • Certified copy of Landboard Certificate or Lease Agreement.
  • Quotations for items required.
How long will this service take?

One (1) day from the date of initial application.  

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Applicants are provided with a 30% government subsidy on seeds, fertilizers and herbicides.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Provision of seeds, provision of fertilizers, provision of herbicides.

Ministry submitting this Service

Provision of Portable Water to Clusters Through ISPAAD

Overview

Farmers operating as clusters can access assistance for the provision of portable water through the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agriculture Development (ISPAAD). ISPAAD will, where possible drill/equip boreholes, or purchase existing boreholes. Immediately after completion, the boreholes will be handed over to Cluster Management Committees to operate and manage, as stipulated in the constitution. The boreholes will be used exclusively for provision of domestic water.

Who is eligible?

Applicants must agree that operation and maintenance of the infrastructure will be the responsibility of the Cluster Management Committee.

How do I get this service?
  • Visit the Extension Officer at the nearest District Crop Production Office with the relevant supporting documents.
  • The ISPAAD / Extension Office shall assess the situations as per its merits to ascertain if there is a need for the provision of water.
  • The farmers will be advised to have a constitution that will include agreement to undertake maintenance of the boreholes.
  • The District Crop Production Office shall then inform the applicants in writing about the outcome of the application.
What supporting documents are required?

Documented proof of a working cluster constitution.

How long will this service take?

One (1) month from the date of initial application.  

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Applicants are provided with a 100% government subsidy with this service. 

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

Agricultural business management plan, management plan guidance.

Synonyms

Provision of portable water, borehole drilling.

Ministry submitting this Service

Individual Fencing Application Through ISPAAD

Overview

Individual farmers can apply for assistance through the Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agriculture Development (ISPAAD). A 50% subsidy on the cost of fencing material up to a maximum of BW P70,000 is paid by Government. Farmers  can apply for assistance to fence a newly established farm or to strengthen an already existing fence. This is done after thorough assessment of the existing field.

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens and non-citizens aged 18 years and above
  • Applicants should have access to land (proof of ownership or leasehold). In case of leasehold, the lease period should not be less than 50 years.
How do I get this service?
  • Submit the relevant supporting documents (field Land Board Certificate or lease) to the nearest District Crop Production office.
  • The Extension Officer shall calculate the field perimeter and prepare the Bill of Quantities for fencing materials.
  • The farmer shall be given the Bill of Quantities to go and request five quotations.
  • The Extension Officer will then complete the Application for ISPAAD Individual Fencing Form.​
  • Extension Officer shall submit the application along with supporting documents to Sub District Crop Production Officer (SDCPO) for processing.
  • SDCPO shall inform the farmer whether the application has been approved or not by a letter.
  • If approved the farmer must pay the supplier 50% of the total cost of the material and the Government pays the other 50 %.
  • The farmer shall then collect the material from the supplier.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Landboard Certificate, Lease or Title Deed.
How long will this service take?

One (1) month.  

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

The applicant is expected to provide 50% of the cost for materials.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

individual fencing, fencing material, ISPAAD, Government fencing, Government Fencing Subsidy.

Ministry submitting this Service

Group Fencing Application Through ISPAAD

Overview

A group of farmers who do not qualify for cluster fencing in terms of minimum area requirement of 150 hectares (Ha) can apply for assistance in the form of a 50% subsidy on the cost of fencing material only up to a maximum of BWP 200, 000.00 to construct an enclosure fence. This assistance is provided through Integrated Support Programme for Arable Agriculture Development (ISPAAD). ​

Who is eligible?
  • Citizens and non-citizens aged 18 years and above
  • A group should have minimum membership of two persons who have arable land in proximity.
  • The group shall have a working constitution.
  • Applicants should have access to their own fields (proof of ownership or leasehold). In case of leasehold, the lease period should not be less than 50 years.
How do I get this service?
  • Submit the relevant supporting documents to the District Crop Production Office.
  • The Extension Officer shall calculate the field perimeter and prepare the Bill of Quantities for fencing materials.
  • The farmer shall be given the Bill of Quantities to go and request five quotations.
  • The Extension Officer will then complete the ISPAAD 50% Subsidy for Fencing Material Application Form.
  • Extension Officer shall submit the application along with supporting documents to Sub District Crop Production Officer (SDCPO) for processing.
  • SDCPO shall inform the farmer about whether the application has been approved or not by letter.
  • If approved the farmer must pay the supplier 50% of the total cost of the material and the Government pays the other 50 %.
  • The farmer shall then collect the material from the supplier.
What supporting documents are required?
  • A Certified copy of valid National Identity Card (Omang).
  • Landboard Certificate, lease or title deed.
  • Documented proof of a working constitution
How long will this service take?

Two (2) months.  

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

50% government subsidy and 50% paid by farmer.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, Agriculture, Food Security.

Keywords

group fencing, fencing material, ISPAAD, Government fencing, Government Fencing Subsidy.

Ministry submitting this Service
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