Ragi (Finger Millet) in Tamil Nadu: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Tamil Nadu produced 2,42,008 tonnes of Ragi (Finger Millet) from 64,280 ha (average yield 3,765 kg/ha) - #2 among states and 13% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -12% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 84,545 | 2,74,474 | 3,246 |
| 2020-21 | 82,918 | 2,88,621 | 3,481 |
| 2021-22 | 74,434 | 2,27,474 | 3,056 |
| 2022-23 | 69,597 | 2,06,541 | 2,968 |
| 2023-24 | 71,140 | 2,44,152 | 3,432 |
| 2024-25 | 64,280 | 2,42,008 | 3,765 |
Top Ragi (Finger Millet)-Producing Districts in Tamil Nadu (2024-25)
- Krishnagiri: 1,62,807 tonnes (67%), yield 4,008 kg/ha
- Dharmapuri: 42,604 tonnes (18%), yield 3,268 kg/ha
- Erode: 12,991 tonnes (5%), yield 3,646 kg/ha
- Salem: 10,836 tonnes (4%), yield 3,029 kg/ha
- Tirupathur: 6,343 tonnes (3%), yield 3,669 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 Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu is the 2nd-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 Tamil Nadu's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Ragi (Finger Millet) MSP & Procurement in Tamil Nadu
The Minimum Support Price for Ragi (Finger Millet) is ₹5,205/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Ragi (Finger Millet) at MSP in Tamil Nadu 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 Tamil Nadu
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Koyambedu CMDA Market, Coimbatore APMC, Erode Turmeric Market, Madurai Mandi, Salem 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 Tamil Nadu. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Tamil Nadu Ragi (Finger Millet) Farmers
Tamil Nadu Ragi (Finger Millet) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.