Rice (Paddy) in Punjab: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Punjab produced 1,42,33,790 tonnes of Rice (Paddy) from 32,10,590 ha (average yield 4,433 kg/ha) - #4 among states and 10% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +13% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 31,13,000 | 1,25,70,000 | 4,038 |
| 2020-21 | 31,21,400 | 1,38,91,000 | 4,450 |
| 2021-22 | 31,11,200 | 1,35,29,000 | 4,348 |
| 2022-23 | 31,25,800 | 1,36,24,000 | 4,359 |
| 2023-24 | 31,45,400 | 1,42,20,970 | 4,521 |
| 2024-25 | 32,10,590 | 1,42,33,790 | 4,433 |
Top Rice (Paddy)-Producing Districts in Punjab (2024-25)
- Ludhiana: 12,41,917 tonnes (9%), yield 4,812 kg/ha
- Sangrur: 11,68,750 tonnes (8%), yield 4,853 kg/ha
- Patiala: 10,45,459 tonnes (7%), yield 4,483 kg/ha
- Bathinda: 9,80,684 tonnes (7%), yield 4,530 kg/ha
- Firozpur: 8,72,289 tonnes (6%), yield 4,672 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 Punjab
Punjab is the 3rd-largest producer of Rice (Paddy) in India. 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 Punjab's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Rice (Paddy) MSP & Procurement in Punjab
The Minimum Support Price for Rice (Paddy) is ₹2,441/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Rice (Paddy) at MSP in Punjab during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,441. Today's market modal price of ₹3,750 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Rice (Paddy) in Punjab
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Amritsar Grain Market, Ludhiana APMC, Bathinda Mandi, Patiala Mandi, Moga 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 Punjab. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Punjab Rice (Paddy) Farmers
Punjab Rice (Paddy) growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.