Rice (Paddy) in Kerala: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Kerala produced 5,15,947 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 1,76,524 ha (average yield 2,923 kg/ha) - #20 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 | 1,98,180 | 6,05,541 | 3,056 |
| 2020-21 | 2,01,865 | 6,26,886 | 3,105 |
| 2021-22 | 1,95,734 | 5,62,098 | 2,872 |
| 2022-23 | 1,90,171 | 5,92,684 | 3,117 |
| 2023-24 | 1,80,281 | 5,14,786 | 2,855 |
| 2024-25 | 1,76,524 | 5,15,947 | 2,923 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Kerala (2024-25)
- Palakkad: 2,08,301 tonnes (40%), yield 3,175 kg/ha
- Alappuzha: 98,857 tonnes (19%), yield 2,681 kg/ha
- Thrissur: 72,955 tonnes (14%), yield 3,076 kg/ha
- Kottayam: 47,792 tonnes (9%), yield 2,706 kg/ha
- Malappuram: 29,067 tonnes (6%), yield 3,171 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 Kerala
Kerala 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 Kerala's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Kerala
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Kerala 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 Kerala
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 Kerala. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Kerala Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Kerala Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.