Rice (Paddy) in Jammu & Kashmir: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Jammu & Kashmir produced 6,40,924 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 2,58,229 ha (average yield 2,482 kg/ha) - #18 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +9% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,80,513 | 5,87,101 | 2,093 |
| 2020-21 | 2,67,580 | 5,81,325 | 2,173 |
| 2023-24 | 2,58,229 | 6,41,026 | 2,482 |
| 2024-25 | 2,58,229 | 6,40,924 | 2,482 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Jammu & Kashmir (2024-25)
- Jammu: 1,68,520 tonnes (26%), yield 3,115 kg/ha
- Kathua: 67,509 tonnes (11%), yield 2,044 kg/ha
- Anantnag: 65,370 tonnes (10%), yield 2,955 kg/ha
- Budgam: 56,741 tonnes (9%), yield 2,325 kg/ha
- Baramulla: 55,099 tonnes (9%), yield 2,647 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 Jammu & Kashmir
Jammu & Kashmir 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 Jammu & Kashmir's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Jammu & Kashmir
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Jammu & Kashmir 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 Jammu & Kashmir
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Jammu 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 Jammu & Kashmir. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Jammu & Kashmir Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Jammu & Kashmir Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.