Agriculture in Bareilly District: India's menthol mint (peppermint) hub
Bareilly is one of Uttar Pradesh's notable agricultural districts, best known for India's menthol mint (peppermint) hub. Its farmland is fed by Ramganga and sits on predominantly alluvial loam soil, a combination that favours sugarcane, wheat, rice. Unlike a generic state average, Bareilly'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 Bareilly
The district's main crops are Sugarcane, Wheat, Rice (Paddy), menthol mint. sugarcane leads the local economy, so Bareilly farmers should track the Sugarcane 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 Bareilly (Sowing & Harvest)
Based on Bareilly'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 |
| 🍚 Rice (Paddy) | Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) | ₹3,680/qtl |
| menthol mint | Local seasonal crop | - |
Soil, Water & Irrigation in Bareilly
With alluvial loam soil and water from the Ramganga, the priority for Bareilly 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 Bareilly
Since sugarcane is central to Bareilly, time your sale using the live sugarcane rate. Sell at Bareilly Mandi and compare with neighbouring mandis. Grade and clean produce for a 15-20% premium, and list on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Bareilly.
Mandi Prices in Bareilly
These are the crops actually trading in Bareilly's markets (Bareilly APMC, Baheri APMC, Anwala APMC), with the modal price per quintal reported on 1 June 2026:
| Commodity | Min | Max | Modal Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | ₹2,400 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,498 |
| Green Chilli | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 |
| Mentha Oil | ₹100,000 | ₹295,000 | ₹276,346 |
| Firewood | ₹423 | ₹545 | ₹477 |
| Masur Dal | ₹10,275 | ₹10,275 | ₹10,275 |
| Pegeon Pea(Arhar Fali) | ₹4,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,059 |
| Soanf | ₹12,205 | ₹12,205 | ₹12,205 |
| Bengal Gram Dal(Chana Dal) | ₹7,260 | ₹7,425 | ₹7,322 |
| Green Gram Dal(Moong Dal) | ₹9,000 | ₹10,875 | ₹10,026 |
| Onion | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
Source: Agmarknet daily arrivals for Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, as of 1 June 2026.
What Bareilly Actually Grows: Official Crop Statistics
In 2024-25, Bareilly's largest crops by area were Wheat, Rice (Paddy), Sugarcane. Wheat alone covered 1,67,108 ha (33% of the area under the crops listed below), with a yield of 4,031 kg/ha, 9% above the Uttar Pradesh average. The biggest shifts since 2019-20: Mustard (Rapeseed) area +180%, Masur (Lentil) area +111%.
| Crop | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) | Uttar Pradesh avg yield | Area change since 2019-20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheat | 1,67,108 | 6,73,677 | 4,031 | 3,709 | -16% |
| Rice (Paddy) | 1,57,745 | 4,45,694 | 2,825 | 2,816 | -5% |
| Sugarcane | 1,00,093 | 70,41,482 | 70,349 | 80,937 | +11% |
| Mustard (Rapeseed) | 49,441 | 76,714 | 1,552 | 1,484 | +180% |
| Urad (Black Gram) | 8,505 | 11,250 | 1,323 | 704 | +65% |
| Maize (Corn) | 7,837 | 27,225 | 3,474 | 2,879 | +3632% |
| Masur (Lentil) | 6,679 | 7,359 | 1,102 | 1,038 | +111% |
| Bajra (Pearl Millet) | 5,785 | 7,278 | 1,258 | 2,034 | -26% |
| Sesame (Til) | 3,207 | 609 | 190 | 291 | +7% |
| Jowar (Sorghum) | 3,169 | 5,415 | 1,709 | 1,622 | +2375% |
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. Uttar Pradesh average = sum of the state's district estimates.
Climate & Sowing Windows in Bareilly
Bareilly receives about 1078 mm of rain in an average year, 86% of it in June-September. The wettest month is July (345 mm). Days are hottest in May (average high 42°C) and nights coolest in January (average low 7°C).
- Rain typically first crosses 100 mm a month in June, the usual cue for kharif sowing here.
- 86% of the year's rain falls in June-September, so rabi and summer crops need assured irrigation.
- Winter nights average about 7°C, cool enough for rabi crops such as wheat, mustard, gram and potato.
- May days average 42°C, so summer (zaid) crops and young orchards need frequent irrigation and mulching.
| Month | Rain (mm) | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21 | 21° | 7° |
| February | 27 | 26° | 10° |
| March | 19 | 32° | 15° |
| April | 18 | 39° | 22° |
| May | 32 | 42° | 27° |
| June | 128 | 41° | 29° |
| July | 345 | 35° | 27° |
| August | 269 | 32° | 26° |
| September | 186 | 32° | 23° |
| October | 19 | 31° | 18° |
| November | 4 | 26° | 13° |
| December | 10 | 22° | 8° |
Source: NASA POWER long-term monthly averages (satellite and model based, so they can understate rain on coasts and hills) for the centre of Bareilly district (28.4582, 79.4047). These are normals, not a forecast for any one year; for this week see the farm weather forecast.
For Bareilly Farmers: Solar Pumps & Tractors
Districts Near Bareilly
Before you sell, compare mandis in neighbouring districts too (straight-line distance between district centres):
- Rampur - 43 km
- Budaun - 56 km
- Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand - 66 km
- Pilibhit - 69 km
- Shahjahanpur - 69 km
- Moradabad - 75 km
Land records and Farmer ID in Uttar Pradesh
Government Schemes for Bareilly Farmers
Farmers in Bareilly 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 Bareilly's sugarcane growers, crop insurance, KCC and irrigation subsidies are the priority. Apply at the Bareilly district agriculture office, a CSC, or online via the Subsidy Finder.