Ragi (Finger Millet) in Maharashtra: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Maharashtra produced 95,932 tonnes of Ragi (Finger Millet) from 68,670 ha (average yield 1,397 kg/ha) - #4 among states and 5% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +10% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 82,225 | 87,270 | 1,061 |
| 2020-21 | 81,632 | 93,929 | 1,151 |
| 2021-22 | 81,265 | 1,02,635 | 1,263 |
| 2022-23 | 77,406 | 1,09,505 | 1,415 |
| 2023-24 | 68,890 | 1,12,635 | 1,635 |
| 2024-25 | 68,670 | 95,932 | 1,397 |
Top Ragi (Finger Millet)-Producing Districts in Maharashtra (2024-25)
- Kolhapur: 44,463 tonnes (46%), yield 2,541 kg/ha
- Palghar: 13,973 tonnes (15%), yield 896 kg/ha
- Nashik: 13,812 tonnes (14%), yield 847 kg/ha
- Ratnagiri: 8,071 tonnes (8%), yield 1,639 kg/ha
- Satara: 3,224 tonnes (3%), yield 912 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 Maharashtra
Maharashtra is the 4th-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 Maharashtra's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Ragi (Finger Millet) MSP & Procurement in Maharashtra
The Minimum Support Price for Ragi (Finger Millet) is ₹5,205/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Ragi (Finger Millet) at MSP in Maharashtra 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 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 Ragi (Finger Millet) Farmers
Maharashtra Ragi (Finger Millet) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.