MIDH Horticulture Mission (Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture)
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What is MIDH Horticulture Mission?
Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture (MIDH) is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare that covers development of horticulture — fruits, vegetables, flowers, roots and tubers, mushrooms, spices, aromatic plants, coconut, cashew, and bamboo. MIDH provides 40% to 90% subsidy for area expansion, nursery establishment, protected cultivation (greenhouse/polyhouse), post-harvest management, cold chain infrastructure, market linkage, and mechanisation. Key components: National Horticulture Mission (NHM) for states; Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States (HMNEH); National Horticulture Board (NHB) for commercial horticulture. Polyhouse subsidy: up to ₹935/sqm (50% of cost). Drip/sprinkler irrigation: 40-50% subsidy. Cold storage: 35-50% subsidy. Over 25 lakh farmers benefit annually. Budget: ₹10,000 crore (2021-26).
MIDH Horticulture Mission — Quick Overview
| Scheme Name | MIDH — Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture 2026 — 40-90%. Subsidy for Fruit, Vegetable & Flower Farming |
| Launched By | Government of India |
| Launch Year | 2014 |
| Benefit | 40-90% subsidy on polyhouse/greenhouse, drip irrigation, cold storage, post- harvest infrastructure for horticulture |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Last Verified | 16 May 2026 |
| Official Portal | https://nhb.gov.in |
Benefits of MIDH Horticulture Mission
40-90% subsidy on polyhouse/greenhouse, drip irrigation, cold storage, post-harvest infrastructure for horticulture
Key Objectives
- Increase horticultural production and productivity
- Improve the quality of horticultural crops
- Promote modern technologies and protected cultivation
- Encourage efficient use of water and other resources
- Strengthen post-harvest management and cold-chain infrastructure
- Increase farmers' income and market opportunities
- Promote cluster-based development of horticultural crops
Major Components of MIDH
- National Horticulture Mission (NHM) – Development of horticulture in identified states and districts.
- Horticulture Mission for North East & Himalayan States (HMNEH) – Special support for horticulture development in these regions.
- National Horticulture Board (NHB) – Support for commercial horticulture and post-harvest infrastructure.
- Coconut Development Board (CDB) – Development and promotion of coconut cultivation.
- Central Institute for Horticulture (CIH) – Training, technology demonstration and capacity building.
Activities Supported
MIDH assistance can cover activities such as:
- New horticultural plantations
- Quality planting material
- Vegetable and fruit cultivation
- Protected cultivation such as polyhouses and shade nets
- Integrated pest and nutrient management
- Organic farming practices
- Water resources and irrigation support
- Rejuvenation of old orchards
- Post-harvest management
- Pack houses, storage and cold-chain facilities
- Nursery development
- Mechanization and modern horticultural technologies
How to Apply for MIDH Horticulture Mission Online?
- Approach the State Horticulture Mission office under your state's agriculture department to start the MIDH application.
- For commercial horticulture investment, register directly with the National Horticulture Board at nhb.gov.in.
- Submit land records and water source proof (borewell/canal) to qualify for polyhouse or drip irrigation subsidy.
- Prepare and submit a project proposal (DPR) for infrastructure components like cold storage or protected cultivation.
- Provide Aadhaar card, bank passbook, and caste/category certificate (if applicable) for subsidy processing.
- Subsidy of 40-90% is released after horticulture department or NHB officials verify project completion.
- SHGs, FPOs, and cooperatives can apply collectively through their organisation instead of as individuals.