Soybean in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 4,82,660 tonnes of Soybean from 3,72,999 ha (average yield 1,294 kg/ha) - #4 among states and 3% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +27% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 3,36,848 | 3,78,698 | 1,124 |
| 2020-21 | 3,10,936 | 3,76,737 | 1,212 |
| 2021-22 | 3,81,447 | 4,37,482 | 1,147 |
| 2022-23 | 4,60,025 | 5,44,685 | 1,184 |
| 2023-24 | 3,89,000 | 4,13,118 | 1,062 |
| 2024-25 | 3,72,999 | 4,82,660 | 1,294 |
Top Soybean-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Bidar: 2,77,929 tonnes (58%), yield 1,441 kg/ha
- Belagavi: 1,26,900 tonnes (26%), yield 1,167 kg/ha
- Dharwad: 38,719 tonnes (8%), yield 1,044 kg/ha
- Kalaburagi: 22,794 tonnes (5%), yield 1,185 kg/ha
- Haveri: 13,095 tonnes (3%), yield 1,088 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.
Soybean Cultivation in Karnataka
Karnataka is the 5th-largest producer of Soybean in India. Soybean (सोयाबीन) here is a oilseed crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Sep-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.
Soybean MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Soybean is ₹5,708/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Soybean at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹5,708. Today's market modal price of ₹6,949 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Soybean 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 Soybean Farmers
Karnataka Soybean growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.