The Soil Health Card Scheme is an Indian government initiative launched in 2015 to help farmers understand their soil quality and take steps to improve it. Under the scheme, farmers receive soil test reports on nutrient levels and recommendations on maintaining soil fertility, allowing them to use fertilizers more efficiently and increase crop yields. The soil cards are valid for two years, after which farmers should get their soil retested, though validity periods may vary by state. To apply for a card, farmers need identification documents and land records. The scheme aims to boost agricultural sustainability and productivity through informed fertilizer use.

1. AWARENESS
ABOUT THE SOIL
HEALTH CARD
SCHEME
Maheswaran P
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2. INTRODUCTION
• The Soil Health Card Scheme is a government initiative launched in
India in 19th Feb 2015 by Narendra Modi on 19.02. 2015 at Suratgarh,
Rajasthan.
• The scheme to help farmers
• To understand the quality of their soil and take necessary measures to
improve its health.
• Under this scheme, farmers receive a Soil Health Card that provides
them with information about the nutrient content
• And they recommend appropriate measures to maintain or improve its
fertility.
• This helps farmers make informed decisions about the type and quantity
of fertilizers and other inputs to use
• Leading to increased crop yields and better income.

3. VALIDITY OF SOIL HEALTH
CARD
• Period of two years
• After two years, farmers are advised to get their soil tested again.
• It is important to note that the validity of the Soil Health Card
• It may vary depending on the state government's policies.
• Therefore, it is recommended that farmers check with their local
agricultural authorities to confirm the validity period of the Soil
Health Card in their region.

4. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
• Aadhar card
• Address proof
• Passbook copy
• Registration form
• Land records

5. BENEFITS OF SOIL HEALTH
CARD
 Improves Soil Fertility
 Increases Crop Productivity and yields
 Reduces Input Costs
 Increases Income
 Empowers Farmers by providing them with information about their soil
 Promotes Sustainable Agriculture practices such as organic farming,
crop rotation, and intercropping, which can help to improve soil health

6. HOW TO APPLY FOR SOIL
HEALTH CARD SCHEME
• The soil health card scheme can be applied by online and offline
mood
• The information is provided online
• The link for the official Soil Health Card Portal of the government of
India is https://soilhealth.dac.gov.in/

7. CONCLUSION
• In conclusion, the Soil Health Card Scheme is an important initiative
by the government of India to improve the productivity and
sustainability of agriculture. The scheme provides farmers with
information about the nutrient status of their soil, along with
recommendations for appropriate measures to maintain or improve
its fertility. This enables farmers to apply the right type and quantity
of fertilizers, reduce input costs, and increase crop productivity and
income.

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