Jute Cultivation in Meghalaya
Meghalaya is the 5th-largest producer of Jute in India. Jute (जूट) here is a cash crop crop with a Kharif (Sow: Mar-Apr, Harvest: Jul-Sep) season (Kharif (Sow: Mar-Apr, Harvest: Jul-Sep)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Meghalaya's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Jute MSP & Procurement in Meghalaya
The Minimum Support Price for Jute is ₹5,925/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Jute at MSP in Meghalaya during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹5,925. Today's market modal price of ₹11,900 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Jute in Meghalaya
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 Meghalaya. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Meghalaya Jute Farmers
Meghalaya Jute growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.