Linseed (Alsi) in Bihar: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Bihar produced 3,401 tonnes of Linseed (Alsi) from 3,900 ha (average yield 872 kg/ha) - #5 among states and 3% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -51% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 8,254 | 6,974 | 845 |
| 2020-21 | 6,372 | 5,406 | 848 |
| 2021-22 | 5,646 | 4,783 | 847 |
| 2022-23 | 5,206 | 4,447 | 854 |
| 2023-24 | 5,757 | 4,882 | 848 |
| 2024-25 | 3,900 | 3,401 | 872 |
Top Linseed (Alsi)-Producing Districts in Bihar (2024-25)
- Aurangabad: 1,424 tonnes (42%), yield 878 kg/ha
- Jehanabad: 475 tonnes (14%), yield 896 kg/ha
- Kaimur: 170 tonnes (5%), yield 898 kg/ha
- Madhubani: 162 tonnes (5%), yield 863 kg/ha
- Gaya: 162 tonnes (5%), yield 989 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.
Linseed (Alsi) Cultivation in Bihar
Bihar is the 5th-largest producer of Linseed (Alsi) in India. Linseed (Alsi) (अलसी) here is a oilseed crop with a Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) season (Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Bihar's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Linseed (Alsi) Price Trend in Bihar
Linseed (Alsi) has no MSP, so its Bihar price is fully market-driven by local supply and demand. Prices dip at peak harvest arrivals and recover in the off-season - track the daily rate and time your sale.
Where to Sell Linseed (Alsi) in Bihar
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Patna Gandhi Maidan Market, Muzaffarpur APMC, Gaya Mandi, Bhagalpur 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 Bihar. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Bihar Linseed (Alsi) Farmers
Bihar Linseed (Alsi) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.