- Definition: MIDH is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
- For holistic growth of the horticulture sector.
- Covers fruits, vegetables, root & tuber crops, mushrooms, spices, flowers, aromatic plants, coconut, cashew, cocoa, and bamboo.
- Key Features:
- GOI contributes 60% of total outlay for states (90% for NE/Himalayan States).
- GOI contributes 100% for NHB, CDB, CIH, Nagaland, and National Level Agencies.
- Provides technical advice and administrative support to State Governments/SHMs.
- Strategy focuses on quality seeds/planting material, productivity improvement.
- Supports infrastructure to reduce post-harvest losses and improve marketing.
- Active participation of farmer groups and FPOs.