Punjab Launches CM Wheat Support Program 2025: Eligibility, Benefits & Apply

The Government of Punjab, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has launched the CM Wheat Support Program 2025 to help wheat farmers boost production and adopt eco-friendly practices.

With a budget of PKR 15 billion, the program offers grants and subsidies to small and medium-scale farmers owning up to 12.5 acres of land. Applications are open until May 15, 2025, through the official portal wsp2025.punjab.gov.pk.

Key Features of the CM Wheat Support Program

• Financial Help: Farmers receive money to cover costs like seeds, fertilizers, and equipment.

• Modern Farming: Promotes methods like laser land leveling (a technique to flatten soil for better crop growth) and water-saving irrigation.

• Eco-Friendly Focus: Encourages farming that protects soil and reduces water waste.

• Easy Registration: Apply online in minutes using your CNIC and land records.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify, farmers must:

1. Own up to 12.5 acres of land used for wheat crops.

2. Be a Punjab resident with valid proof (like a domicile certificate).

3. Be registered with Punjab’s agricultural office.

4. Not have received similar grants this year.

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps:

1. Visit wsp2025.punjab.gov.pk.

2. Click “Apply Now” and create an account with your CNIC and phone number.

3. Fill in details: land size, location, and farming practices.

4. Upload documents:

   • Land ownership proof (Fard or revenue record).

   • CNIC copy.

   • Domicile certificate.

5. Submit and note your application number.

Deadline: May 15, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.

New Updates for 2025

• Kisan Card Link: Grants will be sent directly to farmers’ bank accounts via Punjab’s Kisan Card (a debit card for agricultural subsidies).

• Extra Support: Farmers using modern tools like laser levelers get priority.

• Helpline: Call 0800-170000 for registration help or queries.

Why This Program Matters

Punjab grows over 75% of Pakistan’s wheat, but rising costs and climate challenges hurt small farmers. This program aims to:

• Cut Costs: Reduce expenses for seeds, fuel, and machinery.

• Boost Harvests: Teach farmers to grow more wheat using less water and chemicals.

• Ensure Food Security: Increase Punjab’s wheat supply to stabilize prices nationwide.

Ali Raza, a farmer from Faisalabad, shared: “Last year, I struggled to buy quality seeds. This grant will ease my burden and help me invest in better tools.”

What Farmers Get

• Cash Grants: Amounts vary based on land size (e.g., PKR 25,000 for 5 acres).

• Training: Free workshops on sustainable practices.

• Subsidies: Discounts on fertilizers and pesticides through the Kisan Card.

Other Punjab Farming Schemes

The government has linked this program with:

• Green Tractor Scheme: Low-interest loans for buying tractors.

• Kisan Card: Simplified access to subsidies and loans.

Tips for Applicants

• Apply early to avoid website crashes near the deadline.

• Double-check land records for errors.

• Attend a local agriculture office workshop for application guidance.