State diesel (fuel) support for 2024 will continue. Farmers who meet the required conditions can benefit from this financial assistance. The updated conditions for state diesel and fertilizer support have been announced. There are several main criteria to qualify for this support.
How to receive state diesel and fertilizer support, and what are the eligibility requirements? We summarized the key details about the conditions, amounts and application process for diesel and fertilizer support. Here is what you need to know about the cash support for diesel and fertilizer.
WHAT IS STATE DIESEL SUPPORT?
State diesel support is a financial aid program for farmers and agricultural producers. The aim is to reduce production costs and encourage agricultural output. Any farmer who meets the specified criteria can receive diesel support from the state.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR STATE DIESEL SUPPORT?
Diesel support is provided to farmers who are registered in the Farmer Registration System and meet certain conditions. These include:
- Being actively engaged in agricultural production,
- Having land that is planted or prepared for planting within the specified period.
WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR STATE DIESEL SUPPORT?
To receive diesel support, farmers must be registered in the Farmer Registration System and submit an application to provincial or district agriculture directorates with a written petition.
Important application requirements include:
ÇKS Registration:
- Be registered in the Farmer Registration System (ÇKS).
- Submit a written application in person during the application period announced by the ministry.
- The support covers 50% of the current diesel price.
- These payments help farmers continue their production activities without interruption.
HOW TO APPLY FOR STATE DIESEL SUPPORT?
Applications can be made through the government portal or by submitting a written petition to the relevant agricultural directorates. Applicants must be registered in the Farmer Registration System. Farmers can submit their petitions to provincial or district agricultural directorates.
HOW MUCH IS THE STATE DIESEL SUPPORT?
In 2024, support for wheat, barley, rye and oats is 149 TRY per decare. Of this, 103 TRY is allocated for diesel and 46 TRY for fertilizer.
For safflower and rapeseed (canola) producers, the support is 103 TRY per decare for diesel and 21 TRY per decare for fertilizer.
WHAT IS STATE FERTILIZER SUPPORT?
State fertilizer support is another financial aid provided to farmers to cover part of the fertilizer costs used in agricultural production.
This support aims to reduce production expenses and encourage practices such as organic farming.
At which fuel stations is farmer diesel support accepted?
Farmer diesel support is accepted at petrol stations that are contracted with Ziraat Bank’s cards such as Başak Kart and Hasat Kart. Participating chains include OPET, Sunpet and Petrol Ofisi, and some Termopet fuel stations also accept the support.
Where are diesel payments deposited?
Diesel support payments are deposited into Ziraat Bank accounts registered under farmers’ national ID numbers. Payments can be tracked and queried through the government portal.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR STATE FERTILIZER SUPPORT?
Fertilizer support is provided to farmers registered in the Farmer Registration System who meet specific criteria. The main requirements are:
- Having at least 1 decare of land,
- Submitting a soil analysis where required.
Note: Farmers with more than 50 decares of land are required to provide a soil analysis.
WHAT ARE THE CONDITIONS FOR STATE FERTILIZER SUPPORT?
Eligibility for fertilizer support requires registration in the Farmer Registration System and meeting minimum land size and documentation requirements.
Conditions to receive fertilizer support include:
- Registration in the Farmer Registration System (ÇKS).
- Submitting a written application within the dates announced by the ministry.
- Owning at least 1 decare of agricultural land.
- Providing a soil analysis if the land exceeds 50 decares.
HOW TO APPLY FOR STATE FERTILIZER SUPPORT?
Fertilizer support applications can be made via the government portal or by submitting a petition to provincial agricultural directorates.
HOW MUCH IS THE STATE FERTILIZER SUPPORT?
The 2024 fertilizer support amount and payment conditions vary according to crop type and land size.
- Wheat, barley, rye, oats: 46 TRY per decare
- Safflower and rapeseed (canola): 21 TRY per decare
We have outlined the application process, eligibility criteria and amounts for state diesel and fertilizer support. We aimed to share the latest information for 2024. If you have questions, comments or suggestions regarding this topic, you can leave them in the comments section below.
How to obtain state-supported fertilizer
- Follow these steps to apply for state-supported fertilizer:
- First, ensure you are registered in the Farmer Registration System (ÇKS).
- Submit a written petition to your provincial or district Agriculture Directorate during the dates announced by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
- Have at least 1 decare of land. If you own more than 50 decares, obtain a soil analysis.
- Soil Analysis: Have the soil tested in laboratories authorized by the Ministry.
SOURCE: SSK.biz.tr