Maize (Corn) in Madhya Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Madhya Pradesh produced 65,37,066 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 22,54,765 ha (average yield 2,899 kg/ha) - #1 among states and 15% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +51% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 14,71,651 | 43,39,420 | 2,949 |
| 2020-21 | 14,16,347 | 43,93,528 | 3,102 |
| 2021-22 | 13,73,168 | 45,25,341 | 3,296 |
| 2022-23 | 14,19,010 | 45,29,796 | 3,192 |
| 2023-24 | 15,13,121 | 42,65,808 | 2,819 |
| 2024-25 | 22,54,765 | 65,37,066 | 2,899 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Madhya Pradesh (2024-25)
- Chhindwara: 11,23,344 tonnes (17%), yield 3,340 kg/ha
- Seoni: 6,61,462 tonnes (10%), yield 2,597 kg/ha
- Guna: 6,52,408 tonnes (10%), yield 3,008 kg/ha
- Betul: 5,67,281 tonnes (9%), yield 2,567 kg/ha
- Barwani: 4,18,770 tonnes (6%), yield 3,429 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 Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh is the 4th-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 Madhya Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Madhya Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Madhya Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,410. Today's market modal price of ₹1,910 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Maize (Corn) in Madhya Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Indore Krishi Upaj Mandi, Bhopal APMC, Ujjain Grain Market, Gwalior Mandi, Jabalpur 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 Madhya Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Madhya Pradesh Maize (Corn) Farmers
Madhya Pradesh Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.