Sugarcane in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 4,80,59,661 tonnes of Sugarcane from 5,39,996 ha (average yield 89,000 kg/ha) - #3 among states and 11% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +33% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 4,28,310 | 3,60,18,715 | 84,095 |
| 2020-21 | 4,42,450 | 4,23,08,430 | 95,623 |
| 2021-22 | 6,36,715 | 6,11,83,315 | 96,092 |
| 2022-23 | 6,93,779 | 6,21,29,231 | 89,552 |
| 2023-24 | 5,42,816 | 4,18,02,878 | 77,011 |
| 2024-25 | 5,39,996 | 4,80,59,661 | 89,000 |
Top Sugarcane-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Belagavi: 2,57,64,667 tonnes (54%), yield 98,984 kg/ha
- Bagalkote: 67,85,520 tonnes (14%), yield 77,987 kg/ha
- Vijayapura: 53,58,376 tonnes (11%), yield 74,988 kg/ha
- Mandya: 27,91,152 tonnes (6%), yield 1,04,983 kg/ha
- Bidar: 20,13,038 tonnes (4%), yield 88,985 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 Karnataka
Karnataka is the 3rd-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 Karnataka's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Karnataka 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 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 Sugarcane Farmers
Karnataka Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.