Rice (Paddy) Cultivation in Chandigarh
Chandigarh 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 Chandigarh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Chandigarh
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Chandigarh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,750 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Chandigarh
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 Chandigarh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Chandigarh Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Chandigarh Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.