Linseed (Alsi) in Madhya Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Madhya Pradesh produced 33,397 tonnes of Linseed (Alsi) from 47,998 ha (average yield 696 kg/ha) - #1 among states and 32% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -25% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 51,517 | 44,664 | 867 |
| 2020-21 | 47,220 | 36,952 | 783 |
| 2021-22 | 84,005 | 42,036 | 500 |
| 2022-23 | 77,015 | 57,342 | 745 |
| 2023-24 | 48,999 | 33,466 | 683 |
| 2024-25 | 47,998 | 33,397 | 696 |
Top Linseed (Alsi)-Producing Districts in Madhya Pradesh (2024-25)
- Mandsaur: 8,179 tonnes (24%), yield 1,007 kg/ha
- Dindori: 3,126 tonnes (9%), yield 582 kg/ha
- Balaghat: 2,956 tonnes (9%), yield 603 kg/ha
- Anuppur: 2,190 tonnes (7%), yield 525 kg/ha
- Neemuch: 2,109 tonnes (6%), yield 884 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 Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh is the 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 Madhya Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Linseed (Alsi) Price Trend in Madhya Pradesh
Linseed (Alsi) has no MSP, so its Madhya Pradesh 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 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 Linseed (Alsi) Farmers
Madhya Pradesh Linseed (Alsi) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.