Rice (Paddy) in Goa: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Goa produced 76,577 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 32,613 ha (average yield 2,348 kg/ha) - #22 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -15% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 34,698 | 90,375 | 2,605 |
| 2020-21 | 32,677 | 87,341 | 2,673 |
| 2021-22 | 32,347 | 90,431 | 2,796 |
| 2022-23 | 11,207 | 1,19,874 | 10,696 |
| 2023-24 | 32,477 | 94,695 | 2,916 |
| 2024-25 | 32,613 | 76,577 | 2,348 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Goa (2024-25)
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 Goa
Goa 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 Goa's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Goa
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Goa during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,680 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Goa
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 Goa. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Goa Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Goa Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.