Sugarcane in Goa: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Goa produced 21,511 tonnes of Sugarcane from 398 ha (average yield 54,048 kg/ha) - #19 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -60% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 811 | 53,708 | 66,224 |
| 2020-21 | 545 | 35,633 | 65,382 |
| 2021-22 | 534 | 35,336 | 66,172 |
| 2022-23 | 491 | 30,501 | 62,120 |
| 2023-24 | 446 | 25,657 | 57,527 |
| 2024-25 | 398 | 21,511 | 54,048 |
Top Sugarcane-Producing Districts in Goa (2024-25)
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 Goa
Goa is among the states that grow Sugarcane. 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 Goa's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Goa
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Goa 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 Goa
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 Goa. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Goa Sugarcane Farmers
Goa Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.