What is the minimum number of farmers required to form an FPO in the plains under the scheme?

Paragraph for questions 14 and 15 The Indian government has initiated the formation and promotion of 10,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) to empower small and marginal farmers. This scheme aims to enhance farmers' income by providing them with better access to inputs, technology, and markets. FPOs are expected to function as collective business entities that enable farmers to negotiate better prices, reduce costs, and improve profitability. Launched under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare, the initiative is part of the government's broader strategy to double farmers' income by 2022. This program also emphasizes capacity building and technical support to ensure the sustainability of these organizations.