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 ₹4,100 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.