Rice (Paddy) in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 39,39,907 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 11,77,946 ha (average yield 3,345 kg/ha) - #13 among states and 3% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +0% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 12,45,329 | 39,39,655 | 3,164 |
| 2020-21 | 14,80,456 | 47,08,052 | 3,180 |
| 2021-22 | 14,53,744 | 44,90,316 | 3,089 |
| 2022-23 | 13,25,080 | 43,47,607 | 3,281 |
| 2023-24 | 9,50,106 | 31,19,236 | 3,283 |
| 2024-25 | 11,77,946 | 39,39,907 | 3,345 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Raichur: 7,19,400 tonnes (18%), yield 3,678 kg/ha
- Ballari: 5,43,565 tonnes (14%), yield 3,954 kg/ha
- Yadgiri: 4,58,064 tonnes (12%), yield 3,310 kg/ha
- Koppal: 4,28,126 tonnes (11%), yield 3,704 kg/ha
- Davanagere: 3,72,822 tonnes (9%), yield 3,820 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 Karnataka
Karnataka 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 Karnataka's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹2,643 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Karnataka
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include APMC Yeshwanthpur, Hubli APMC, Mysuru APMC, Kolar Tomato Market, Belagavi 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 Karnataka. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Karnataka Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Karnataka Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.