Jowar (Sorghum) in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 8,13,013 tonnes of Jowar (Sorghum) from 6,46,831 ha (average yield 1,257 kg/ha) - #2 among states and 16% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -22% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 9,11,216 | 10,41,961 | 1,143 |
| 2020-21 | 7,47,506 | 8,99,981 | 1,204 |
| 2021-22 | 6,13,979 | 7,29,908 | 1,189 |
| 2022-23 | 5,53,670 | 6,91,588 | 1,249 |
| 2023-24 | 8,06,267 | 9,39,906 | 1,166 |
| 2024-25 | 6,46,831 | 8,13,013 | 1,257 |
Top Jowar (Sorghum)-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Belagavi: 1,72,936 tonnes (21%), yield 1,174 kg/ha
- Raichur: 1,23,272 tonnes (15%), yield 1,704 kg/ha
- Ballari: 87,635 tonnes (11%), yield 3,028 kg/ha
- Bagalkote: 59,093 tonnes (7%), yield 1,301 kg/ha
- Haveri: 57,995 tonnes (7%), yield 847 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.
Jowar (Sorghum) Cultivation in Karnataka
Karnataka is the 2nd-largest producer of Jowar (Sorghum) in India. Jowar (Sorghum) (ज्वार) here is a cereal crop with a Kharif & Rabi season (Kharif & Rabi). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Karnataka's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Jowar (Sorghum) MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Jowar (Sorghum) is ₹4,023/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Jowar (Sorghum) at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹4,023. Today's market modal price of ₹3,705 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Jowar (Sorghum) in Karnataka
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include APMC Yeshwanthpur, Hubli APMC, Mysuru APMC, Kolar Tomato Market, Belagavi 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 Karnataka. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Karnataka Jowar (Sorghum) Farmers
Karnataka Jowar (Sorghum) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.