Mustard (Rapeseed) in Jammu & Kashmir: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Jammu & Kashmir produced 36,282 tonnes of Mustard (Rapeseed) from 41,276 ha (average yield 879 kg/ha) - #10 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -2% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 45,311 | 37,143 | 820 |
| 2020-21 | 48,216 | 31,687 | 657 |
| 2021-22 | 42,988 | 33,743 | 785 |
| 2022-23 | 41,276 | 36,270 | 879 |
| 2023-24 | 41,276 | 36,282 | 879 |
| 2024-25 | 41,276 | 36,282 | 879 |
Top Mustard (Rapeseed)-Producing Districts in Jammu & Kashmir (2024-25)
- Anantnag: 11,159 tonnes (31%), yield 791 kg/ha
- Pulwama: 7,351 tonnes (20%), yield 768 kg/ha
- Budgam: 4,253 tonnes (12%), yield 811 kg/ha
- Kulgam: 3,096 tonnes (9%), yield 1,036 kg/ha
- Bandipora: 2,556 tonnes (7%), yield 1,608 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.
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 2026-27). 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 ₹7,893 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.