Maize (Corn) in Chhattisgarh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Chhattisgarh produced 3,46,390 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 1,06,647 ha (average yield 3,248 kg/ha) - #17 among states and 1% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -14% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 1,28,554 | 4,01,801 | 3,126 |
| 2020-21 | 1,45,192 | 5,17,445 | 3,564 |
| 2021-22 | 1,30,469 | 4,25,841 | 3,264 |
| 2022-23 | 1,28,203 | 4,51,455 | 3,521 |
| 2023-24 | 1,05,400 | 3,32,134 | 3,151 |
| 2024-25 | 1,06,647 | 3,46,390 | 3,248 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Chhattisgarh (2024-25)
- Balrampur-Ramanujganj: 80,509 tonnes (23%), yield 2,874 kg/ha
- Bastar: 77,579 tonnes (22%), yield 3,916 kg/ha
- Kondagaon: 60,322 tonnes (17%), yield 4,043 kg/ha
- Surguja: 26,702 tonnes (8%), yield 2,772 kg/ha
- Surajpur: 23,993 tonnes (7%), yield 2,994 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 Chhattisgarh
Chhattisgarh is among the states that grow Maize (Corn). 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 Chhattisgarh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Chhattisgarh
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Chhattisgarh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,410. Today's market modal price of ₹2,330 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Maize (Corn) 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 Maize (Corn) Farmers
Chhattisgarh Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.