Agriculture in Aligarh District: Potato and wheat belt
Aligarh is one of Uttar Pradesh's notable agricultural districts, best known for potato and wheat belt. Its farmland is fed by Ganges, Yamuna and sits on predominantly alluvial loam soil, a combination that favours wheat, potato, mustard. Unlike a generic state average, Aligarh'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 Aligarh
The district's main crops are Wheat, Potato, Mustard (Rapeseed), Bajra (Pearl Millet). wheat leads the local economy, so Aligarh farmers should track the Wheat 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 Aligarh (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Aligarh'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 |
| 🥔 Potato | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Jan-Mar) | ₹1,300/qtl |
| 🌿 Mustard (Rapeseed) | Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar) | ₹7,500/qtl |
| 🌾 Bajra (Pearl Millet) | Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-Oct) | ₹2,430/qtl |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Aligarh
With alluvial loam soil and water from the Ganges, Yamuna, the priority for Aligarh 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 wheat from Aligarh
Since wheat is central to Aligarh, time your sale using the live wheat rate. Sell at Aligarh Mandi and compare with neighbouring mandis. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Aligarh.
Live Mandi Prices in Aligarh Today
These are the crops actually trading in Aligarh's markets (Aligarh APMC, Atrauli APMC, Khair APMC, Charra APMC), with today's modal price per quintal:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maize | ₹1,500 | ₹1,970 | ₹1,796 |
| Wheat | ₹2,410 | ₹2,470 | ₹2,445 |
| Potato | ₹500 | ₹600 | ₹521 |
| Green Chilli | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹1,975 |
| Tomato | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 |
| Bottle gourd | ₹800 | ₹1,100 | ₹938 |
| Pumpkin | ₹600 | ₹800 | ₹700 |
| Bajra(Pearl Millet/Cumbu) | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,875 |
| Onion | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,650 |
| Cucumbar(Kheera) | ₹900 | ₹1,000 | ₹950 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh. Updated daily.
Government Schemes for Aligarh Farmers
Farmers in Aligarh 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 Aligarh's wheat growers, crop insurance, KCC and irrigation subsidies are the priority. Apply at the Aligarh district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.