Ragi (Finger Millet) in Andhra Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Andhra Pradesh produced 33,488 tonnes of Ragi (Finger Millet) from 23,000 ha (average yield 1,456 kg/ha) - #7 among states and 2% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -24% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 33,553 | 44,298 | 1,320 |
| 2020-21 | 33,036 | 39,548 | 1,197 |
| 2021-22 | 30,073 | 31,203 | 1,038 |
| 2022-23 | 26,981 | 32,489 | 1,204 |
| 2023-24 | 27,000 | 34,047 | 1,261 |
| 2024-25 | 23,000 | 33,488 | 1,456 |
Top Ragi (Finger Millet)-Producing Districts in Andhra Pradesh (2024-25)
- Alluri Sitharama Raju: 18,570 tonnes (55%), yield 1,317 kg/ha
- Sri Sathya Sai: 5,967 tonnes (18%), yield 1,561 kg/ha
- Srikakulam: 3,224 tonnes (10%), yield 2,178 kg/ha
- Chittoor: 1,477 tonnes (4%), yield 1,485 kg/ha
- Vizianagaram: 1,093 tonnes (3%), yield 1,503 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.
Ragi (Finger Millet) Cultivation in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is the 3rd-largest producer of Ragi (Finger Millet) in India. Ragi (Finger Millet) (रागी) here is a cereal 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 Andhra Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Ragi (Finger Millet) MSP & Procurement in Andhra Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Ragi (Finger Millet) is ₹5,205/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Ragi (Finger Millet) at MSP in Andhra Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹5,205. Today's market modal price of ₹2,776 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Ragi (Finger Millet) in Andhra Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Guntur Regulated Market, Vijayawada APMC, Kurnool Mandi, Tirupati 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 Andhra Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Andhra Pradesh Ragi (Finger Millet) Farmers
Andhra Pradesh Ragi (Finger Millet) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.