Mustard (Rapeseed) Cultivation in Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir is among the states that grow Mustard (Rapeseed). Mustard (Rapeseed) (सरसों / राई) here is a oilseed crop with a Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar) season (Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Feb-Mar)). 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.
Mustard (Rapeseed) MSP & Procurement in Jammu & Kashmir
The Minimum Support Price for Mustard (Rapeseed) is ₹6,200/quintal (Rabi 2025-26). Government agencies procure Mustard (Rapeseed) at MSP in Jammu & Kashmir during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹6,200. Today's market modal price of ₹7,500 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Mustard (Rapeseed) 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 Mustard (Rapeseed) Farmers
Jammu & Kashmir Mustard (Rapeseed) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.