Rice (Paddy) in Andhra Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Andhra Pradesh produced 81,59,134 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 20,77,000 ha (average yield 3,928 kg/ha) - #9 among states and 6% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -11% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 23,55,982 | 91,40,091 | 3,880 |
| 2020-21 | 25,51,588 | 87,25,689 | 3,420 |
| 2021-22 | 24,84,615 | 84,16,915 | 3,388 |
| 2022-23 | 21,29,089 | 84,19,934 | 3,955 |
| 2023-24 | 19,20,637 | 73,41,581 | 3,822 |
| 2024-25 | 20,77,000 | 81,59,134 | 3,928 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Andhra Pradesh (2024-25)
- West Godavari: 8,14,446 tonnes (10%), yield 4,731 kg/ha
- Kakinada: 6,84,964 tonnes (8%), yield 4,511 kg/ha
- Krishna: 6,06,384 tonnes (7%), yield 3,820 kg/ha
- East Godavari: 5,92,068 tonnes (7%), yield 4,435 kg/ha
- Nellore: 5,86,523 tonnes (7%), yield 4,161 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.
Rice (Paddy) Cultivation in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh is the 4th-largest producer of Rice (Paddy) in India. Rice (Paddy) (धान / चावल) 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.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Andhra Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Andhra Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹2,400 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) 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 Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Andhra Pradesh Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.