Mangaluru, August 13, 2025: The state government has rolled out the restructured Weather-Based Crop Insurance Scheme for the 2025-26 Kharif and Rabi seasons to protect farmers from losses due to adverse weather conditions. In Dakshina Kannada, the scheme covers areca nut and black pepper crops, with TATA AIG appointed as the implementing insurance agency.
Registration Deadlines and Process
Farmers who have not availed crop loans must register by August 14, 2025, while those with crop loans (sanctioned or renewed by July 31, 2025) have until August 30, 2025, to enroll. Non-loanee farmers can register at banks where they hold savings accounts, while loanee farmers can approach their respective banks. Additionally, registrations are accepted at Common Service Centres (CSCs) and Grama One centres. The premium for areca nut is Rs 6,400 per hectare, and for black pepper, it is Rs 2,350 per hectare.
Contact for More Information
Farmers are encouraged to act swiftly to benefit from the scheme. For further details, contact the following officials:1) Manjunath D, Deputy Director of Horticulture, Dakshina Kannada: 9448999226
2) Praveen K, Senior Assistant Director of Horticulture: 9449258204
3) Jo Pradeep D’Souza, Bantwal: 9448206393
4) Rekha A, Puttur: 9731854527
5) Suhan P K, Sullia: 9880993238
6) Chandrashekhar K S, Belthangady: 9448336863
7) Shubham, TATA AIG Representative: 9131962255
The Horticulture Department has urged farmers to enroll promptly to secure financial protection against crop losses due to unpredictable weather.
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