Maize (Corn) Cultivation in Odisha
Odisha 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 Odisha's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Odisha
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Odisha during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,410. Today's market modal price of ₹3,900 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Maize (Corn) in Odisha
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Unit Market Bhubaneswar, Cuttack 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 Odisha. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Odisha Maize (Corn) Farmers
Odisha Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.