Rice (Paddy) in Himachal Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Himachal Pradesh produced 1,42,022 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 68,280 ha (average yield 2,080 kg/ha) - #21 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +22% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 72,620 | 1,16,879 | 1,609 |
| 2020-21 | 68,455 | 1,61,075 | 2,353 |
| 2021-22 | 66,167 | 1,67,521 | 2,532 |
| 2022-23 | 67,299 | 1,30,054 | 1,932 |
| 2023-24 | 69,870 | 1,72,858 | 2,474 |
| 2024-25 | 68,280 | 1,42,022 | 2,080 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Himachal Pradesh (2024-25)
- Kangra: 68,653 tonnes (48%), yield 2,083 kg/ha
- Mandi: 32,174 tonnes (23%), yield 1,833 kg/ha
- Sirmaur: 19,888 tonnes (14%), yield 3,335 kg/ha
- Solan: 8,526 tonnes (6%), yield 1,653 kg/ha
- Una: 5,032 tonnes (4%), yield 2,574 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 Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh 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 Himachal Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Himachal Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Himachal Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,900 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Himachal Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Shimla 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 Himachal Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Himachal Pradesh Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Himachal Pradesh Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.