Agriculture in Agra District: One of India's largest potato-producing districts
Agra is one of Uttar Pradesh's notable agricultural districts, best known for one of India's largest potato-producing districts. Its farmland is fed by Yamuna, Utangan and sits on predominantly alluvial loam soil, a combination that favours potato, wheat, bajra. Unlike a generic state average, Agra'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 Agra
The district's main crops are Potato, Wheat, Bajra (Pearl Millet), Mustard (Rapeseed). potato leads the local economy, so Agra farmers should track the Potato rate closely and plan sowing, inputs and storage around it. The alluvial loam soil here is fertile and well-drained, ideal for wheat, rice, sugarcane and vegetables.
Crop Calendar for Agra (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Agra'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 |
|---|---|---|
| 🥔 Potato | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Jan-Mar) | ₹1,300/qtl |
| 🌾 Wheat | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) | ₹2,600/qtl |
| 🌾 Bajra (Pearl Millet) | Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-Oct) | ₹2,430/qtl |
| 🌿 Mustard (Rapeseed) | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar) | ₹7,500/qtl |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Agra
With alluvial loam soil and water from the Yamuna, Utangan, the priority for Agra 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 loam plot needs.
Best Way to Sell potato from Agra
Since potato is central to Agra, time your sale using the live potato rate. Sell at Agra Mandi Samiti and compare with neighbouring mandis. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Agra.
Live Mandi Prices in Agra Today
These are the crops actually trading in Agra's markets (Fatehabad APMC, Samsabad APMC, Khairagarh APMC, Agra APMC and 2 more), with today's modal price per quintal:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potato | ₹450 | ₹550 | ₹500 |
| Green Gram(Moong)(Whole) | ₹5,850 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,175 |
| Tomato | ₹800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,075 |
| Onion | ₹900 | ₹1,100 | ₹951 |
| Pegeon Pea(Arhar Fali) | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| Wheat | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 | ₹2,425 |
| Ginger(Green) | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,100 |
| Rice | ₹6,238 | ₹6,238 | ₹6,238 |
| Green Chilli | ₹900 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 |
| Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Updated daily.
Government Schemes for Agra Farmers
Farmers in Agra 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 Agra's potato growers, crop insurance, KCC and irrigation subsidies are the priority. Apply at the Agra district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.