Niger Seed in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 123 tonnes of Niger Seed from 300 ha (average yield 410 kg/ha) - #8 among states and 1% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -49% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 976 | 239 | 245 |
| 2020-21 | 964 | 237 | 246 |
| 2021-22 | 410 | 100 | 244 |
| 2022-23 | 161 | 37 | 231 |
| 2023-24 | 100 | 20 | 200 |
| 2024-25 | 300 | 123 | 410 |
Top Niger Seed-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Bidar: 36 tonnes (29%), yield 304 kg/ha
- Vijayanagara: 28 tonnes (23%), yield 944 kg/ha
- Kalaburagi: 18 tonnes (15%), yield 410 kg/ha
- Belagavi: 10 tonnes (8%), yield 410 kg/ha
- Mysuru: 8 tonnes (6%), yield 410 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.
Niger Seed Cultivation in Karnataka
Karnataka is the 5th-largest producer of Niger Seed in India. Niger Seed (रामतिल) here is a oilseed crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Karnataka's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Niger Seed MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Niger Seed is ₹10,052/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Niger Seed at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹10,052. Today's market modal price of ₹7,610 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Niger Seed in Karnataka
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include APMC Yeshwanthpur, Hubli APMC, Mysuru APMC, Kolar Tomato Market, Belagavi 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 Karnataka. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Karnataka Niger Seed Farmers
Karnataka Niger Seed growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.