Agriculture in Narsinghpur District: Sugarcane and gram of Narmada valley
Narsinghpur is one of Madhya Pradesh's notable agricultural districts, best known for sugarcane and gram of Narmada valley. Its farmland is fed by Narmada and sits on predominantly fertile black alluvial soil, a combination that favours sugarcane, wheat, gram. Unlike a generic state average, Narsinghpur's cropping is shaped by this specific soil-and-water mix, which is why the crops and schemes below are weighted to what actually grows and sells here.
What Grows Best in Narsinghpur
The district's main crops are Sugarcane, Wheat, Gram (Chana), pulses. sugarcane leads the local economy, so Narsinghpur farmers should track the Sugarcane rate closely and plan sowing, inputs and storage around it. The fertile black alluvial soil here holds moisture well and suits cotton, soybean, pulses and oilseeds.
Crop Calendar for Narsinghpur (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Narsinghpur's main crops, here is when to sow and harvest locally. Plan inputs, labour and credit around these windows:
| Crop | Season & Window | All-India rate (3 October 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 🎋 Sugarcane | Plant: Feb-Mar (spring) or Oct-Nov (autumn), Harvest: 10-12 months | ₹350/qtl |
| 🌾 Wheat | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) | ₹2,604/qtl |
| 🫘 Gram (Chana) | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar) | ₹6,650/qtl |
| pulses | Local seasonal crop | - |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Narsinghpur
With fertile black alluvial soil and water from the Narmada, the priority for Narsinghpur farmers is matching irrigation to the crop. Drip and sprinkler subsidies and a solar pump can cut water and power costs significantly. A free soil health card tells you exactly which nutrients your plot needs.
Best Way to Sell sugarcane from Narsinghpur
Since sugarcane is central to Narsinghpur, time your sale using the live sugarcane rate. Compare rates at the nearest APMC mandi with the Madhya Pradesh price page. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Narsinghpur.
Mandi Prices in Narsinghpur
These are the crops actually trading in Narsinghpur's markets (Gadarwada APMC, Narsinghpur APMC, Gotegaon APMC, Tendukheda APMC and 1 more), with the modal price per quintal reported on 1 June 2026:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | ₹2,100 | ₹2,460 | ₹2,251 |
| Bengal Gram(Gram)(Whole) | ₹4,400 | ₹6,133 | ₹5,453 |
| Black Gram(Urd Beans)(Whole) | ₹3,500 | ₹7,770 | ₹7,275 |
| Green Gram(Moong)(Whole) | ₹3,000 | ₹7,341 | ₹6,475 |
| Red gram/Arhar/Tur(whole) | ₹3,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,277 |
| Soyabean | ₹4,800 | ₹7,252 | ₹7,076 |
| Gur(Jaggery) | ₹3,600 | ₹4,115 | ₹3,706 |
| Green Peas | ₹4,425 | ₹4,425 | ₹4,425 |
| buttery | ₹3,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,601 |
| Lentil(Masur)(Whole) | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,900 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Narsinghpur, Madhya Pradesh, as of 1 June 2026.
What Narsinghpur Actually Grows: Official Crop Statistics
In 2024-25, Narsinghpur's largest crops by area were Moong (Green Gram), Wheat, Soybean. Moong (Green Gram) alone covered 2,13,468 ha (29% of the area under the crops listed below), with a yield of 1,400 kg/ha, 22% above the Madhya Pradesh average. The biggest shifts since 2019-20: Soybean area +186%, Maize (Corn) area +138%.
| Crop | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) | Madhya Pradesh avg yield | Area change since 2019-20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moong (Green Gram) | 2,13,468 | 2,98,759 | 1,400 | 1,152 | +563% |
| Wheat | 1,32,449 | 4,07,330 | 3,075 | 3,143 | -9% |
| Soybean | 79,499 | 80,453 | 1,012 | 916 | +186% |
| Rice (Paddy) | 79,395 | 2,05,148 | 2,584 | 2,338 | +28% |
| Maize (Corn) | 68,731 | 1,81,110 | 2,635 | 2,899 | +138% |
| Gram (Chana) | 62,277 | 1,03,646 | 1,664 | 1,543 | -17% |
| Sugarcane | 53,401 | 33,80,781 | 63,309 | 57,154 | -25% |
| Masur (Lentil) | 25,355 | 23,354 | 921 | 956 | +34% |
| Arhar (Tur/Pigeon Pea) | 16,603 | 18,041 | 1,087 | 837 | -47% |
| Urad (Black Gram) | 12,402 | 15,695 | 1,266 | 723 | -78% |
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India (final estimates), via UPAg. Field crops only - vegetables, fruit and spices are counted separately. Madhya Pradesh average = sum of the state's district estimates.
Climate & Sowing Windows in Narsinghpur
Narsinghpur receives about 1293 mm of rain in an average year, 91% of it in June-September. The wettest month is July (408 mm). Days are hottest in May (average high 43°C) and nights coolest in January (average low 9°C).
- Rain typically first crosses 100 mm a month in June, the usual cue for kharif sowing here.
- 91% of the year's rain falls in June-September, so rabi and summer crops need assured irrigation.
- May days average 43°C, so summer (zaid) crops and young orchards need frequent irrigation and mulching.
| Month | Rain (mm) | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17 | 26° | 9° |
| February | 16 | 31° | 13° |
| March | 16 | 36° | 18° |
| April | 6 | 41° | 23° |
| May | 15 | 43° | 28° |
| June | 175 | 38° | 27° |
| July | 408 | 31° | 24° |
| August | 393 | 29° | 23° |
| September | 206 | 30° | 22° |
| October | 28 | 29° | 18° |
| November | 8 | 28° | 14° |
| December | 5 | 27° | 10° |
Source: NASA POWER long-term monthly averages (satellite and model based, so they can understate rain on coasts and hills) for the centre of Narsinghpur district (22.9346, 79.0868). These are normals, not a forecast for any one year; for this week see the farm weather forecast.
For Narsinghpur Farmers: Solar Pumps & Tractors
Districts Near Narsinghpur
Before you sell, compare mandis in neighbouring districts too (straight-line distance between district centres):
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Government Schemes for Narsinghpur Farmers
Farmers in Narsinghpur are eligible for PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Kisan Credit Card, Soil Health Card Scheme, PM Krishi Sinchayee Yojana, eNAM - National Agriculture Market and more. For Narsinghpur's sugarcane growers, crop insurance and the soil health card matter most for the black-soil crops here. Apply at the Narsinghpur district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.