Sugarcane in Bihar: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Bihar produced 1,21,49,497 tonnes of Sugarcane from 1,92,571 ha (average yield 63,091 kg/ha) - #6 among states and 3% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -11% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 2,23,892 | 1,35,78,832 | 60,649 |
| 2020-21 | 2,21,119 | 1,21,09,879 | 54,766 |
| 2021-22 | 2,11,164 | 1,20,25,594 | 56,949 |
| 2022-23 | 2,10,179 | 1,44,52,034 | 68,761 |
| 2023-24 | 2,02,153 | 1,20,84,100 | 59,777 |
| 2024-25 | 1,92,571 | 1,21,49,497 | 63,091 |
Top Sugarcane-Producing Districts in Bihar (2024-25)
- West Champaran: 94,08,694 tonnes (77%), yield 62,032 kg/ha
- East Champaran: 10,16,988 tonnes (8%), yield 61,257 kg/ha
- Gopalganj: 4,35,078 tonnes (4%), yield 68,711 kg/ha
- Begusarai: 3,64,956 tonnes (3%), yield 73,684 kg/ha
- Sitamarhi: 3,38,116 tonnes (3%), yield 71,787 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.
Sugarcane Cultivation in Bihar
Bihar is the 5th-largest producer of Sugarcane in India. Sugarcane (गन्ना) here is a cash crop crop with a Plant: Feb-Mar (spring) or Oct-Nov (autumn), Harvest: 10-12 months season (Plant: Feb-Mar (spring) or Oct-Nov (autumn), Harvest: 10-12 months). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Bihar's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Bihar
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Bihar during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹355. Today's market modal price of ₹350 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Sugarcane in Bihar
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Patna Gandhi Maidan Market, Muzaffarpur APMC, Gaya Mandi, Bhagalpur 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 Bihar. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Bihar Sugarcane Farmers
Bihar Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.