Potohar Farmers! Apply Now for Olive Cultivation Subsidy 2025

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Punjab is a land of dreams. For centuries, its soil has given wheat, rice, sugarcane, and many more crops. But now a new golden chapter is starting. Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz has launched a Transformation Plan that will make Punjab shine with a new treasure – Olive farming.

Yes, the same olive that is known as the “tree of peace” and the “blessed fruit” mentioned in the HOLY QURAN. Imagine Punjab’s hills of Potohar covered with olive gardens, producing pure oil worth billions. This is not just farming – this is a revolution for farmers.

In 2025, under this project, the government is inviting farmers to grow olives on thousands of acres with huge subsidy support. Farmers who once struggled with barren land can now turn it into golden gardens. Read till the end.

Why Olive Farming is a Game-Changer for Potohar?

Potohar region (Rawalpindi, Chakwal, Attock, Jhelum) has rocky land and less water. Many farmers thought this land was only good for wheat or left it empty. But science says something different – this land is perfect for olives.

• Olives grow well in hilly, dry land where other crops fail.

• They need less water compared to sugarcane or rice.

• Olive oil has a huge demand worldwide. Pakistan imports expensive oil every year. Now, Punjab can produce its own.

• Olive farming means permanent trees. Once planted, they give fruits for 40–50 years.

Think about it: one acre of wheat may give you some profit for one season. But one acre of olives can give you income for decades.

This is why the Punjab government is calling olive farming a “golden crop for a golden future”.

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Government Subsidy on Olive Cultivation – A Big Helping Hand

The government knows farmers cannot bear the cost of starting olive gardens alone. That’s why they have announced huge subsidies.

Here is the official breakdown per acre:

This means if you plant 1 acre of olives, the government pays 57,960 rupees for you. You only share the rest.

Now imagine if you have 5 acres – subsidy alone becomes 289,800 rupees!

This is not just a subsidy. This is a partnership between government and farmers.

Who Can Apply for Olive Farming? (Eligibility Criteria)

Not every farmer can apply. The scheme is focused on serious and eligible farmers. Here’s who qualifies:

• Must own at least 5 acres of land in Rawalpindi Division (Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Rawalpindi).

• If you don’t own, you must have a long-term lease agreement.

• Must have a Farmer Card (Kisan Card) or proof of applying.

• Land must be free from disputes or court cases.

• There must be a water source like tube well, dam, or bore. If not, you must promise to make one in given time.

• Farmers must use drip irrigation system. This saves water and increases plant health.

• Application must include CNIC copy, land papers, lease papers, and other documents.

Special Priority: Farmers who are already in olive clusters (areas where olives are already planted) will get preference.

So if you are in Potohar, have land, and want to secure your future – this scheme is for you.

How to Apply for Olive Cultivation Subsidy in Potohar?

The application process is simple. Here’s how you can do it:

Application Form for Subsidy on Olive Cultivation

1. Get the Application Form

   • From Agriculture Department (Extension & Water Management) offices at tehsil level.

   • From CEFORT (Centre of Excellence for Olive Research and Training), Chakwal.

   • Or download from Agriculture Department Punjab website (You can also get it from the button given above as well).

2. Fill the Form

   • Write how many acres you want to plant with olives.

   • Attach required documents:

     • CNIC copy

     • Land ownership or lease papers

     • Farmer Card proof

   • Mention your water source (Yes/No).

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3. Submit Before Deadline

   • Last date: 15 November 2025.

   • Submit to the concerned office during working hours.

4. Wait for Inspection

   • After receiving your form, the Olive Research team will visit your farm.

   • They will check if land and water are suitable.

5. Approval & Agreement

   • If approved, you will sign an agreement on stamp paper (100 rupees minimum).

   • Then your subsidy will be confirmed.

Remember: Without agreement, subsidy will not be given.

Inspection & Selection Process

After you submit the form, you may wonder: “What happens next?”

• The Olive Centre team will visit your land.

• They will check:

  • Is water available?

  • Is land suitable?

  • Do you really have the acres you claimed?

• If everything is correct, your application will be accepted.

• If something is missing, they may reject or defer it.

Remember: Farmers in clusters (areas with existing olive gardens) will get priority. Because clustering makes marketing and oil processing easier.

Agreement & Rules – What Farmers Must Follow

Once selected, you will sign a mutual agreement with the Olive Research Centre. This is important because it protects both you and the government.

Here are the main rules explained simply:

• You must plant olives on the mentioned acres (not any other crop).

• Land must be free from disputes.

• You will prepare land, water source, and drip irrigation at your own cost.

• You cannot sell the land for 10 years.

• You must attend training sessions before planting.

• If plants die, you will replant them on your own.

• If you fail, the department can recover subsidy money.

• In case of dispute, the committee decision will be final.

This agreement shows the project is serious and long-term. The government is not giving free plants – it is building a future with responsible farmers.

Olive Planting Method – Layout of Olive Garden

Olive planting is not random. It has a proper design so trees grow healthy.

• Number of plants per acre: 161

• Row distance: 18 feet

• Plant to plant distance: 15 feet

• Plant size: Minimum 2 feet tall (certified by government)

Example: If you have 5 acres, you will plant 805 olive trees in neat rows.

Think of your land – straight lines of green trees, each growing taller every year. In a few years, the same land will give you tons of olives and liters of pure oil.

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Maryam Nawaz’s Olive Cultivation Subsidy

This project is not a small step. It is part of a historic vision by CM Punjab Maryam Nawaz.

• Target: 13,625 acres of new olive gardens.

• Current Year (2025–26): 1,000 acres for new planting.

• Per Acre Subsidy: 57,960 rupees.

• Project Duration: till 2028–2025.

Maryam Nawaz calls it “Golden Punjab” – a land that will not only grow food but also produce oil that the whole world values.

This is not just farming – it is about changing the future of farmers, reducing imports, creating jobs, and making Punjab a leader in olive oil production.

Future Benefits & Success Story for Farmers

Why should you take this chance? Let’s see:

• Long-term income: Olive trees give fruits for 40–50 years.

• High market demand: Olive oil is expensive and always in demand.

• Less water required: Perfect for dry Potohar land.

• Government support: Training, technical guidance, and subsidy.

• Export opportunity: Olive oil has global demand.

Example: One acre with 161 plants, after 5–6 years, can give up to 2,000–2,500 kg of olives. That means oil worth hundreds of thousands rupees every year. This is why experts call olive farming a goldmine for farmers.

CM Maryam Nawaz Olive Cultivation Subsidy Program for Potohar Farmers:

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Conclusion – Don’t Miss This Golden Opportunity

Punjab is opening a historic door for its farmers. With 57,960 rupees subsidy per acre, free technical support, and a vision of Golden Punjab – this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance.

If you are a farmer in Rawalpindi Division and have 5 acres or more – don’t wait. Fill your form, attach papers, and apply before 15 November 2025.

Your barren land can turn into a green olive garden, your income can multiply, and you can be part of Punjab’s new history. Apply today. Secure your future. Make Punjab shine with olives.

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