Agriculture in Amritsar District: Intensive wheat-paddy rotation
Amritsar is one of Punjab's notable agricultural districts, best known for intensive wheat-paddy rotation. Its farmland is fed by Ravi and sits on predominantly alluvial soil, a combination that favours wheat, rice, vegetables. Unlike a generic state average, Amritsar'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 Amritsar
The district's main crops are Wheat, Rice (Paddy), vegetables. wheat leads the local economy, so Amritsar farmers should track the Wheat rate closely and plan sowing, inputs and storage around it. The alluvial soil here is fertile and well-drained, ideal for wheat, rice, sugarcane and vegetables.
Crop Calendar for Amritsar (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Amritsar's main crops, here is when to sow and harvest locally. Plan inputs, labour and credit around these windows:
| Crop | Season & Window | Today's Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Wheat | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) | ₹2,600/qtl |
| 🍚 Rice (Paddy) | Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) | ₹3,700/qtl |
| vegetables | Local seasonal crop | - |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Amritsar
With alluvial soil and water from the Ravi, the priority for Amritsar 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 alluvial plot needs.
Best Way to Sell wheat from Amritsar
Since wheat is central to Amritsar, time your sale using the live wheat rate. Sell at Amritsar Grain Market and compare with neighbouring mandis. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Amritsar.
Live Mandi Prices in Amritsar Today
These are the crops actually trading in Amritsar's markets (Majitha APMC, Rayya APMC), with today's modal price per quintal:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tinda | ₹1,200 | ₹1,895 | ₹1,548 |
| Brinjal | ₹1,310 | ₹1,310 | ₹1,310 |
| Carrot | ₹1,105 | ₹1,105 | ₹1,105 |
| Bitter gourd | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| Bhindi(Ladies Finger) | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| Potato | ₹410 | ₹410 | ₹410 |
| Raddish | ₹710 | ₹725 | ₹718 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Amritsar, Punjab. Updated daily.
Government Schemes for Amritsar Farmers
Farmers in Amritsar 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 Amritsar's wheat growers, crop insurance, KCC and irrigation subsidies are the priority. Apply at the Amritsar district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.