Linseed (Alsi) in Maharashtra: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Maharashtra produced 1,650 tonnes of Linseed (Alsi) from 5,190 ha (average yield 318 kg/ha) - #8 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -15% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 5,493 | 1,936 | 352 |
| 2020-21 | 6,564 | 2,107 | 321 |
| 2021-22 | 6,448 | 2,709 | 420 |
| 2022-23 | 5,420 | 1,890 | 349 |
| 2023-24 | 6,620 | 2,456 | 371 |
| 2024-25 | 5,190 | 1,650 | 318 |
Top Linseed (Alsi)-Producing Districts in Maharashtra (2024-25)
- Chandrapur: 589 tonnes (36%), yield 317 kg/ha
- Gondia: 408 tonnes (25%), yield 241 kg/ha
- Bhandara: 316 tonnes (19%), yield 513 kg/ha
- Gadchiroli: 181 tonnes (11%), yield 292 kg/ha
- Latur: 40 tonnes (2%), yield 343 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 Maharashtra
Maharashtra is the 4th-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 Maharashtra's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Linseed (Alsi) Price Trend in Maharashtra
Linseed (Alsi) has no MSP, so its Maharashtra 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 Maharashtra
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Vashi APMC, Lasalgaon APMC, Pune APMC Market Yard, Nagpur APMC, Kolhapur APMC. 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 Maharashtra. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Maharashtra Linseed (Alsi) Farmers
Maharashtra Linseed (Alsi) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.