Maize (Corn) in Andhra Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Andhra Pradesh produced 21,48,416 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 3,30,000 ha (average yield 6,510 kg/ha) - #9 among states and 5% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +1% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 3,00,691 | 21,21,220 | 7,054 |
| 2020-21 | 3,01,414 | 17,83,823 | 5,918 |
| 2021-22 | 3,41,941 | 18,97,337 | 5,549 |
| 2022-23 | 3,85,308 | 27,50,492 | 7,138 |
| 2023-24 | 2,92,270 | 18,19,372 | 6,225 |
| 2024-25 | 3,30,000 | 21,48,416 | 6,510 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Andhra Pradesh (2024-25)
- Nandyal: 3,35,104 tonnes (16%), yield 4,767 kg/ha
- Bapatla: 2,21,013 tonnes (10%), yield 8,476 kg/ha
- Vizianagaram: 2,09,887 tonnes (10%), yield 7,694 kg/ha
- Guntur: 2,09,430 tonnes (10%), yield 10,490 kg/ha
- Eluru: 2,08,472 tonnes (10%), yield 10,188 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.
Maize (Corn) Cultivation in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is the 2nd-largest producer of Maize (Corn) in India. Maize (Corn) (मक्का) here is a cereal crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-Oct) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-Oct)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Andhra Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Andhra Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Andhra Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,410. Today's market modal price of ₹1,975 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Maize (Corn) in Andhra Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Guntur Regulated Market, Vijayawada APMC, Kurnool Mandi, Tirupati 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 Andhra Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Andhra Pradesh Maize (Corn) Farmers
Andhra Pradesh Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.