Maize (Corn) in Jammu & Kashmir: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Jammu & Kashmir produced 5,88,206 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 2,88,195 ha (average yield 2,041 kg/ha) - #14 among states and 1% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +9% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,68,669 | 5,41,451 | 2,015 |
| 2023-24 | 2,88,195 | 5,88,206 | 2,041 |
| 2024-25 | 2,88,195 | 5,88,206 | 2,041 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Jammu & Kashmir (2024-25)
- Rajouri: 1,28,103 tonnes (22%), yield 2,675 kg/ha
- Reasi: 70,226 tonnes (12%), yield 3,039 kg/ha
- Udhampur: 61,766 tonnes (11%), yield 2,045 kg/ha
- Doda: 47,582 tonnes (8%), yield 1,885 kg/ha
- Kathua: 39,537 tonnes (7%), yield 2,307 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 Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir 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 Jammu & Kashmir's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Jammu & Kashmir
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Jammu & Kashmir 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 Jammu & Kashmir
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Jammu 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 Jammu & Kashmir. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Jammu & Kashmir Maize (Corn) Farmers
Jammu & Kashmir Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.