Pomegranate Cultivation in Maharashtra
Maharashtra is the largest producer of Pomegranate in India. Pomegranate (अनार) here is a fruit crop with a Year-round (main: Feb-Apr & Sep-Nov) season (Year-round (main: Feb-Apr & Sep-Nov)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Maharashtra's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Pomegranate Price Trend in Maharashtra
Pomegranate has no MSP, so its Maharashtra price is fully market-driven by local supply and demand. Prices dip at peak harvest arrivals and recover in the off-season - track the daily rate and time your sale.
Where to Sell Pomegranate in Maharashtra
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Vashi APMC, Lasalgaon APMC, Pune APMC Market Yard, Nagpur APMC, Kolhapur APMC. 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 Maharashtra. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Maharashtra Pomegranate Farmers
Maharashtra Pomegranate growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.