Ragi (Finger Millet) in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 12,57,538 tonnes of Ragi (Finger Millet) from 8,15,452 ha (average yield 1,542 kg/ha) - #1 among states and 68% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +22% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 6,16,004 | 10,28,884 | 1,670 |
| 2020-21 | 7,16,628 | 12,17,110 | 1,698 |
| 2021-22 | 7,72,445 | 9,96,438 | 1,290 |
| 2022-23 | 7,52,616 | 10,33,793 | 1,374 |
| 2023-24 | 7,51,710 | 9,04,456 | 1,203 |
| 2024-25 | 8,15,452 | 12,57,538 | 1,542 |
Top Ragi (Finger Millet)-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Tumakuru: 2,71,433 tonnes (22%), yield 1,737 kg/ha
- Mysuru: 1,72,884 tonnes (14%), yield 1,642 kg/ha
- Bengaluru Rural: 1,29,024 tonnes (10%), yield 2,109 kg/ha
- Mandya: 1,28,368 tonnes (10%), yield 1,561 kg/ha
- Hassan: 1,19,723 tonnes (10%), yield 1,104 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 Karnataka
Karnataka is the 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 Karnataka's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Ragi (Finger Millet) MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Ragi (Finger Millet) is ₹5,205/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Ragi (Finger Millet) at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹5,205. Today's market modal price of ₹4,409 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Ragi (Finger Millet) 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 Ragi (Finger Millet) Farmers
Karnataka Ragi (Finger Millet) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.