Groundnut in Madhya Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Madhya Pradesh produced 15,51,324 tonnes of Groundnut from 7,02,962 ha (average yield 2,207 kg/ha) - #3 among states and 13% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +341% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,21,583 | 3,51,585 | 1,587 |
| 2020-21 | 2,93,420 | 5,24,124 | 1,786 |
| 2021-22 | 3,90,127 | 6,71,642 | 1,722 |
| 2022-23 | 3,89,035 | 7,97,467 | 2,050 |
| 2023-24 | 4,78,997 | 9,82,465 | 2,051 |
| 2024-25 | 7,02,962 | 15,51,324 | 2,207 |
Top Groundnut-Producing Districts in Madhya Pradesh (2024-25)
- Shivpuri: 4,16,958 tonnes (27%), yield 2,357 kg/ha
- Tikamgarh: 3,49,600 tonnes (23%), yield 2,495 kg/ha
- Chhatarpur: 3,27,854 tonnes (21%), yield 1,915 kg/ha
- Datia: 1,22,395 tonnes (8%), yield 2,109 kg/ha
- Niwari: 1,06,902 tonnes (7%), yield 1,969 kg/ha
Source: Directorate of Economics & Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Govt of India (final estimates), via UPAg. State figures are the sum of district estimates.
Groundnut Cultivation in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh is among the states that grow Groundnut. Groundnut (मूँगफली) here is a oilseed crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Madhya Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Groundnut MSP & Procurement in Madhya Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Groundnut is ₹7,517/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Groundnut at MSP in Madhya Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹7,517. Today's market modal price of ₹6,705 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Groundnut in Madhya Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Indore Krishi Upaj Mandi, Bhopal APMC, Ujjain Grain Market, Gwalior Mandi, Jabalpur Mandi. Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Madhya Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Madhya Pradesh Groundnut Farmers
Madhya Pradesh Groundnut growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.