Maize (Corn) in Himachal Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Himachal Pradesh produced 6,93,023 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 2,61,518 ha (average yield 2,650 kg/ha) - #13 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -7% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,87,444 | 7,44,603 | 2,590 |
| 2020-21 | 2,67,407 | 7,25,014 | 2,711 |
| 2021-22 | 2,62,994 | 7,81,204 | 2,970 |
| 2022-23 | 2,55,539 | 7,08,415 | 2,772 |
| 2023-24 | 2,53,029 | 6,08,029 | 2,403 |
| 2024-25 | 2,61,518 | 6,93,023 | 2,650 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Himachal Pradesh (2024-25)
- Mandi: 1,35,010 tonnes (19%), yield 3,068 kg/ha
- Kangra: 1,01,853 tonnes (15%), yield 2,324 kg/ha
- Solan: 94,209 tonnes (14%), yield 3,354 kg/ha
- Chamba: 79,530 tonnes (11%), yield 2,977 kg/ha
- Una: 69,289 tonnes (10%), yield 2,273 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 Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh 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 Himachal Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Himachal Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Himachal Pradesh 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 Himachal Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Shimla 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 Himachal Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Himachal Pradesh Maize (Corn) Farmers
Himachal Pradesh Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.