Agri-Business Growth Simplified: Get AIF Loans & Subsidy
Introduction: Empowering India’s Agri-Entrepreneurs
What Is the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)?
Eligible Under AIF
Who Can Apply for the AIF Scheme?
Financial Benefits of the AIF Scheme
How KIP Can Help You
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF)?
The AIF is a ₹1 Lakh Crore government initiative launched in 2020 to provide low-interest loans, credit guarantees, and subsidies for agri-infrastructure and post-harvest projects.
Q2: Who can apply for AIF benefits?
Eligibility includes individual farmers, proprietorships, partnerships, companies, LLPs, FPOs, SPOs, and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) engaged in agriculture or allied sectors.
Q3: What types of businesses are covered under AIF?
Projects include cold storage, warehouses, primary processing units, biomass energy, e-marketing platforms, vermicomposting, honey processing, tissue culture, and nurseries.
Q4: Can existing loans apply for AIF benefits?
Yes, loans taken after 2020 can be linked to AIF to claim remaining interest subsidies for the loan tenure.
Q5: Can AIF benefits be combined with other government subsidies?
Yes, AIF is stackable with central and state schemes, such as capital subsidies, MNRE incentives, and stamp duty refunds
Q6: Where can I get professional guidance for AIF?
KIP provides end-to-end assistance, from project report preparation to bank coordination, helping you maximize AIF benefits and secure funding.