Masur (Lentil) in Madhya Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Madhya Pradesh produced 6,02,236 tonnes of Masur (Lentil) from 6,29,953 ha (average yield 956 kg/ha) - #2 among states and 37% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +105% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 3,78,645 | 2,94,048 | 777 |
| 2020-21 | 5,42,492 | 6,15,865 | 1,135 |
| 2021-22 | 4,92,275 | 5,80,786 | 1,180 |
| 2022-23 | 6,54,260 | 7,51,912 | 1,149 |
| 2023-24 | 7,14,952 | 8,23,614 | 1,152 |
| 2024-25 | 6,29,953 | 6,02,236 | 956 |
Top Masur (Lentil)-Producing Districts in Madhya Pradesh (2024-25)
- Sagar: 1,31,792 tonnes (22%), yield 1,110 kg/ha
- Vidisha: 79,391 tonnes (13%), yield 1,034 kg/ha
- Ashoknagar: 50,347 tonnes (8%), yield 980 kg/ha
- Damoh: 34,782 tonnes (6%), yield 984 kg/ha
- Raisen: 32,035 tonnes (5%), yield 976 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.
Masur (Lentil) Cultivation in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh is the 2nd-largest producer of Masur (Lentil) in India. Masur (Lentil) (मसूर) here is a pulse crop with a Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Apr) season (Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Apr)). 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.
Masur (Lentil) MSP & Procurement in Madhya Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Masur (Lentil) is ₹7,000/quintal (Rabi 2026-27). Government agencies procure Masur (Lentil) at MSP in Madhya Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹7,000. Today's market modal price of ₹6,298 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Masur (Lentil) 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 Masur (Lentil) Farmers
Madhya Pradesh Masur (Lentil) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.