In a historic move, Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has rolled out a Rs 110 billion support package aimed at improving the lives of wheat farmers across the province.
Announced in April 2025, this is the largest-ever agriculture assistance initiative in Punjab’s history.
The package combines cash support, farming equipment subsidies, and energy-saving tools to boost wheat yield and farmer income.
What’s Included in the Package?
Cash Relief for Farmers:
Farmers will get Rs 5,000 per acre for wheat cultivation, up to Rs 25,000 for 5 acres. This Rs 25 billion aid is set to benefit more than 550,000 farmers directly.
Tractor Subsidy:
A budget of Rs 10 billion has been allocated for 9,500 subsidized tractors. Of these, 1,000 tractors (55 HP) are being given free of cost, valued at Rs 2.5 billion.
Solar Tube Wells:
Rs 8 billion is earmarked to help farmers convert tube wells to solar power, cutting irrigation expenses significantly.
Sustainable Tools:
Another Rs 8 billion will provide 5,000 super seeders to promote eco-friendly farming.
Kisan Card Benefits:
Through the Kisan Card, farmers have already availed Rs 55 billion worth of agricultural inputs like fertilizers, pesticides, and seeds.
Performance Rewards:
The best-performing wheat farmer in Punjab will receive an 85 HP tractor (Rs 4.5 million). Second and third prize winners get 75 HP and 60 HP tractors.
Additionally, district-level winners get cash prizes—Rs 1 million, Rs 800,000, and Rs 500,000—totaling Rs 104 million.
Support for Cotton Growers:
Cotton farmers aren’t left behind—they receive Rs 25,000 per block, backed by a Rs 375 million allocation.
Skill Development:
A Rs 1.25 billion internship program will send 1,000 interns to train farmers in new and effective techniques.
Loans and Credit:
Bank of Punjab has introduced a Rs 100 billion credit line for affordable farm financing.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
Be a Punjab resident with a valid CNIC and domicile.
Own and farm at least 5 acres of wheat land (12.5 acres for free tractor eligibility).
Be registered with the E-Wheat system or have a Kisan Card.
Not have received a government tractor before (for free tractor consideration).
Actively grow wheat in the current season.
How to Apply?
For Cash Aid:
Go to pser.punjab.gov.pk, register, and provide your CNIC, land documents, and crop details.
If verified, you’ll get Rs 5,000 per acre directly into your Kisan Card-linked bank account.
For Tractors and Equipment:
Applications for free tractors have closed.
However, farmers can check their application status at cmpunjabschemes.pk or visit their nearest agriculture office.
Kisan Card holders can also purchase subsidized tools from authorized vendors.
For Internship Help:
Contact your local agriculture office to connect with trained interns for personalized guidance.
Latest Developments (May 2025)
21,496 farmers were confirmed eligible for free tractors; 1,000 have already been given out.
A new policy now allows farmers to use electronic warehousing and borrow up to 70% against their wheat stock.
Flour mills must now buy at least 25% of wheat from local farmers to ensure better returns.
Wheat cultivation has expanded to 560,000 acres under this scheme, with more efforts underway to improve harvests.
Maryam Nawaz’s mega relief package signals a firm commitment to empowering farmers and transforming Punjab’s agriculture with innovation, support, and sustainability.
