Sugarcane in Kerala: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Kerala produced 21,107 tonnes of Sugarcane from 253 ha (average yield 83,360 kg/ha) - #20 among states and 0% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed -83% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 950 | 1,20,835 | 1,27,189 |
| 2020-21 | 921 | 10,664 | 11,584 |
| 2021-22 | 915 | 10,432 | 11,396 |
| 2022-23 | 931 | 10,124 | 10,874 |
| 2023-24 | 653 | 75,861 | 1,16,118 |
| 2024-25 | 253 | 21,107 | 83,360 |
Top Sugarcane-Producing Districts in Kerala (2024-25)
- Idukki: 15,764 tonnes (75%), yield 86,268 kg/ha
- Alappuzha: 2,471 tonnes (12%), yield 68,414 kg/ha
- Pathanamthitta: 1,840 tonnes (9%), yield 88,690 kg/ha
- Kottayam: 588 tonnes (3%), yield 60,648 kg/ha
- Palakkad: 343 tonnes (2%), yield 1,17,862 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 Kerala
Kerala 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 Kerala's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Kerala
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Kerala 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 Kerala
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 Kerala. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Kerala Sugarcane Farmers
Kerala Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.