Maize (Corn) in Tamil Nadu: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Tamil Nadu produced 26,48,156 tonnes of Maize (Corn) from 4,82,404 ha (average yield 5,489 kg/ha) - #8 among states and 6% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +1% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 3,33,545 | 26,14,599 | 7,839 |
| 2020-21 | 4,00,193 | 25,64,704 | 6,409 |
| 2021-22 | 4,00,055 | 28,26,597 | 7,066 |
| 2022-23 | 4,26,688 | 29,89,844 | 7,007 |
| 2023-24 | 4,32,262 | 27,23,466 | 6,300 |
| 2024-25 | 4,82,404 | 26,48,156 | 5,489 |
Top Maize (Corn)-Producing Districts in Tamil Nadu (2024-25)
- Perambalur: 4,22,517 tonnes (16%), yield 5,589 kg/ha
- Salem: 4,11,457 tonnes (16%), yield 8,013 kg/ha
- Kallakurichi: 2,38,964 tonnes (9%), yield 7,883 kg/ha
- Dindigul: 2,24,568 tonnes (8%), yield 6,617 kg/ha
- Tiruppur: 1,65,089 tonnes (6%), yield 8,059 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 Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu 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 Tamil Nadu's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Maize (Corn) MSP & Procurement in Tamil Nadu
The Minimum Support Price for Maize (Corn) is ₹2,410/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Maize (Corn) at MSP in Tamil Nadu during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,410. Today's market modal price of ₹2,350 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Maize (Corn) in Tamil Nadu
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Koyambedu CMDA Market, Coimbatore APMC, Erode Turmeric Market, Madurai Mandi, Salem 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 Tamil Nadu. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Tamil Nadu Maize (Corn) Farmers
Tamil Nadu Maize (Corn) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.