| APEDA has a number of financial assistance schemes: |
| 1. |
For feasibility studies, surveys, consultancy & data base up-gradation |
50% to 100% of the cost subject to ceiling of RS 2 lacs to RS 10 lacs |
| 2. |
For infrastructure development, such as purchase of specialized transport units for meat, horticulture and floriculture sector, packaging material, sheds for intermediate storage & grading, fumigation etc. |
25% to 50% of the cost subject to a ceiling of RS 2.50 to 5 lacs per beneficiary. |
| 3. |
Scheme for export promotion and market development, including supply of samples, literature, buyer-seller meet, exhibitions abroad etc. |
40% to 100% of the cost subject to specific ceilings. |
| 4. |
Scheme for packaging development including standards and design for domestic and export markets. |
50% or RS 5 lacs of cost of development |
| 5. |
Scheme for assistance to promote quality and quality control |
50% of the cost subject to a ceiling of RS 2 lacs per beneficiary. |
