Linseed (Alsi) in Chhattisgarh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Chhattisgarh produced 2,241 tonnes of Linseed (Alsi) from 5,855 ha (average yield 383 kg/ha) - #7 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -53% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 12,766 | 4,732 | 371 |
| 2020-21 | 9,624 | 3,719 | 386 |
| 2021-22 | 10,365 | 3,475 | 335 |
| 2022-23 | 6,108 | 1,907 | 312 |
| 2023-24 | 5,829 | 2,729 | 468 |
| 2024-25 | 5,855 | 2,241 | 383 |
Top Linseed (Alsi)-Producing Districts in Chhattisgarh (2024-25)
- Surguja: 922 tonnes (41%), yield 437 kg/ha
- Surajpur: 570 tonnes (25%), yield 390 kg/ha
- Balrampur-Ramanujganj: 271 tonnes (12%), yield 329 kg/ha
- Jashpur: 124 tonnes (6%), yield 318 kg/ha
- Koriya: 96 tonnes (4%), yield 307 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 Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is the 3rd-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 Chhattisgarh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Linseed (Alsi) Price Trend in Chhattisgarh
Linseed (Alsi) has no MSP, so its Chhattisgarh 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 Chhattisgarh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Raipur Krishi Upaj Mandi, Durg 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 Chhattisgarh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Chhattisgarh Linseed (Alsi) Farmers
Chhattisgarh Linseed (Alsi) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.