Agriculture in Hanumangarh District: Cotton and kinnow of north Rajasthan
Hanumangarh is one of Rajasthan's notable agricultural districts, best known for cotton and kinnow of north Rajasthan. Its farmland is fed by Ghaggar, canal and sits on predominantly sandy alluvial soil, a combination that favours wheat, cotton, mustard. Unlike a generic state average, Hanumangarh'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 Hanumangarh
The district's main crops are Wheat, Cotton, Mustard (Rapeseed), kinnow. wheat leads the local economy, so Hanumangarh farmers should track the Wheat rate closely and plan sowing, inputs and storage around it. The sandy alluvial soil here is fertile and well-drained, ideal for wheat, rice, sugarcane and vegetables.
Crop Calendar for Hanumangarh (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Hanumangarh'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) |
|---|---|---|
| 🌾 Wheat | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) | ₹2,604/qtl |
| 🪴 Cotton | Kharif (Sow: Apr-Jun, Pick: Oct-Jan) | ₹8,250/qtl |
| 🌿 Mustard (Rapeseed) | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar) | ₹7,540/qtl |
| kinnow | Local seasonal crop | - |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Hanumangarh
With sandy alluvial soil and water from the Ghaggar, canal, the priority for Hanumangarh farmers is matching irrigation to the crop. Because the soil drains quickly, a drip system (45-90% subsidy) pays back fast here and a solar pump cuts the high cost of pumping groundwater. A free soil health card tells you exactly which nutrients your plot needs.
Best Way to Sell wheat from Hanumangarh
Since wheat is central to Hanumangarh, time your sale using the live wheat rate. Compare rates at the nearest APMC mandi with the Rajasthan price page. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Hanumangarh.
Mandi Prices in Hanumangarh
These are the crops actually trading in Hanumangarh's markets (Bhadara APMC, Sangriya APMC), with the modal price per quintal reported on 1 June 2026:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onion | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,271 |
| Guar Seed(Cluster Beans Seed) | ₹5,320 | ₹5,415 | ₹5,415 |
| Tomato | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,317 |
| Potato | ₹900 | ₹1,000 | ₹950 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Hanumangarh, Rajasthan, as of 1 June 2026.
What Hanumangarh Actually Grows: Official Crop Statistics
In 2024-25, Hanumangarh's largest crops by area were Guar Seed (Cluster Bean Seed), Wheat, Mustard (Rapeseed). Guar Seed (Cluster Bean Seed) alone covered 4,09,455 ha (30% of the area under the crops listed below), with a yield of 865 kg/ha, 31% above the Rajasthan average. The biggest shifts since 2019-20: Rice (Paddy) area +89%, Groundnut area +89%.
| Crop | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) | Rajasthan avg yield | Area change since 2019-20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guar Seed (Cluster Bean Seed) | 4,09,455 | 3,54,141 | 865 | 662 | +6% |
| Wheat | 2,27,713 | 9,67,447 | 4,249 | 3,559 | -14% |
| Mustard (Rapeseed) | 2,15,798 | 3,12,886 | 1,450 | 1,552 | +74% |
| Gram (Chana) | 1,33,566 | 1,52,454 | 1,141 | 1,215 | -46% |
| Cotton | 1,22,258 | 3,38,474 | 471 | 2,847 | -43% |
| Moong (Green Gram) | 1,02,064 | 71,381 | 699 | 516 | +40% |
| Rice (Paddy) | 65,653 | 2,20,698 | 3,362 | 2,593 | +89% |
| Bajra (Pearl Millet) | 31,394 | 53,907 | 1,717 | 1,147 | -1% |
| Barley | 25,492 | 1,03,921 | 4,077 | 3,707 | +78% |
| Groundnut | 22,503 | 41,457 | 1,842 | 2,024 | +89% |
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. Rajasthan average = sum of the state's district estimates.
Climate & Sowing Windows in Hanumangarh
Hanumangarh receives about 364 mm of rain in an average year, 74% of it in June-September. The wettest month is July (84 mm). Days are hottest in May (average high 43°C) and nights coolest in January (average low 6°C).
- At about 364 mm a year this is dry country: hardy crops (bajra, guar, moth, pulses), water harvesting and drip irrigation make the most of every millimetre.
- Winter nights average about 6°C, cool enough for rabi crops such as wheat, mustard, gram and potato.
- 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 | 9 | 21° | 6° |
| February | 14 | 25° | 9° |
| March | 16 | 32° | 15° |
| April | 13 | 38° | 22° |
| May | 23 | 43° | 28° |
| June | 53 | 43° | 31° |
| July | 84 | 40° | 30° |
| August | 71 | 39° | 28° |
| September | 63 | 38° | 25° |
| October | 4 | 35° | 20° |
| November | 9 | 29° | 14° |
| December | 5 | 23° | 9° |
Source: NASA POWER long-term monthly averages (satellite and model based, so they can understate rain on coasts and hills) for the centre of Hanumangarh district (29.366, 74.2984). These are normals, not a forecast for any one year; for this week see the farm weather forecast.
For Hanumangarh Farmers: Solar Pumps & Tractors
Districts Near Hanumangarh
Before you sell, compare mandis in neighbouring districts too (straight-line distance between district centres):
- Sirsa, Haryana - 64 km
- Sri Ganganagar - 70 km
- Sri Muktsar Sahib, Punjab - 105 km
- Fazilka, Punjab - 107 km
- Bathinda, Punjab - 116 km
- Fatehabad, Haryana - 125 km
Land records and Farmer ID in Rajasthan
Government Schemes for Hanumangarh Farmers
Farmers in Hanumangarh 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 Hanumangarh's wheat growers, the solar pump and drip subsidies are especially valuable. Apply at the Hanumangarh district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.