Rice (Paddy) Cultivation in Bihar
Bihar is among the states that grow Rice (Paddy). 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 Bihar's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Bihar
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Bihar during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹4,100 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Bihar
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Patna Gandhi Maidan Market, Muzaffarpur APMC, Gaya Mandi, Bhagalpur 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 Bihar. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Bihar Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Bihar Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.