Dates are a rich source of nutrients and are enjoyed both as a snack and in various culinary applications. The Dates Packaging Business involves sourcing dates from farmers, processing, and packaging them for retail or wholesale distribution. Starting this business requires investment in storage facilities, packaging materials, and processing equipment to clean, sort, and package the dates. Government-subsidized financial programs can help with the costs of setting up your processing and packaging operations, making it easier to get started.Government incentives can also assist in creating an eco-friendly packaging strategy and enhancing the shelf-life of packaged dates through preservation techniques. Additionally, financial support from government programs can help with branding, marketing, and expanding your reach to global markets. With the rising health-conscious consumer base seeking natural sweeteners, leveraging these financial resources ensures your dates packaging business meets both consumer demand and industry standards, helping you grow into a successful enterprise with sustainable practices.

To apply for the Food Processing Scheme, the following mandatory documents are required for new enterprises (Individuals/Firms) as outlined in the manual
1. PAN Card of concerned/all promoters.
2.Aadhaar Copy & Photo of all promoters/guarantors.
3. Address Proof: Any of the Officially Valid Documents (OVD) such as:
o Utility bill (not more than two months old) from any service provider (Electricity, telephone, post-paid mobile phone, piped gas, water bill).
o Property or Municipal tax paid receipt.
o Ration Card (Individual).
o Driving Licence
o Aadhaar Card.
o Voter ID Card.
4. Details of the site where the unit is to be established, including whether it is owned/rented/leased, along with proof (Lease/rent agreement should be for more than the loan repayment period).
5. Photocopy of Bank
6. Estimates and Quotation of all capital expenditure and machinery and equipment to be purchased. Statement/Bank Passbook for the last 6 months.
For existing enterprises with a turnover of less than 1 crore, similar documents are required, including PAN Card, Aadhaar, address proof, and site details.
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