Mustard (Rapeseed) in Rajasthan: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Rajasthan produced 54,20,573 tonnes of Mustard (Rapeseed) from 34,92,637 ha (average yield 1,552 kg/ha) - #1 among states and 49% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +26% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 27,12,609 | 42,88,797 | 1,581 |
| 2020-21 | 26,17,311 | 44,82,143 | 1,712 |
| 2021-22 | 41,73,708 | 71,62,638 | 1,716 |
| 2022-23 | 45,52,155 | 66,84,158 | 1,468 |
| 2023-24 | 37,66,000 | 57,58,214 | 1,529 |
| 2024-25 | 34,92,637 | 54,20,573 | 1,552 |
Top Mustard (Rapeseed)-Producing Districts in Rajasthan (2024-25)
- Tonk: 5,65,286 tonnes (10%), yield 1,787 kg/ha
- Sri Ganganagar: 4,38,920 tonnes (8%), yield 1,581 kg/ha
- Bikaner: 3,63,244 tonnes (7%), yield 1,139 kg/ha
- Hanumangarh: 3,12,886 tonnes (6%), yield 1,450 kg/ha
- Churu: 2,92,524 tonnes (5%), yield 1,264 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 Rajasthan
Rajasthan is the largest producer of Mustard (Rapeseed) in India. 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 Rajasthan's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Mustard (Rapeseed) MSP & Procurement in Rajasthan
The Minimum Support Price for Mustard (Rapeseed) is ₹6,200/quintal (Rabi 2026-27). Government agencies procure Mustard (Rapeseed) at MSP in Rajasthan during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹6,200. Today's market modal price of ₹7,248 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Mustard (Rapeseed) in Rajasthan
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Jaipur Krishi Upaj Mandi, Jodhpur APMC, Kota Grain Market, Bikaner Mandi, Sri Ganganagar 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 Rajasthan. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Rajasthan Mustard (Rapeseed) Farmers
Rajasthan Mustard (Rapeseed) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.