Sugarcane in Maharashtra: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Maharashtra produced 10,99,70,179 tonnes of Sugarcane from 11,67,040 ha (average yield 94,230 kg/ha) - #2 among states and 26% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +59% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 8,22,407 | 6,93,12,919 | 84,281 |
| 2020-21 | 11,42,848 | 11,16,42,119 | 97,688 |
| 2021-22 | 14,88,770 | 13,91,59,189 | 93,473 |
| 2022-23 | 14,87,836 | 13,57,54,256 | 91,243 |
| 2023-24 | 14,37,020 | 11,20,87,560 | 78,000 |
| 2024-25 | 11,67,040 | 10,99,70,179 | 94,230 |
Top Sugarcane-Producing Districts in Maharashtra (2024-25)
- Kolhapur: 2,14,03,567 tonnes (19%), yield 1,14,516 kg/ha
- Sangli: 1,69,02,603 tonnes (15%), yield 1,23,283 kg/ha
- Solapur: 1,45,89,715 tonnes (13%), yield 96,887 kg/ha
- Ahmednagar: 1,34,03,662 tonnes (12%), yield 93,977 kg/ha
- Pune: 1,29,28,408 tonnes (12%), yield 1,02,866 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 Maharashtra
Maharashtra is the 2nd-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 Maharashtra's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Maharashtra
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Maharashtra 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 Maharashtra
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Vashi APMC, Lasalgaon APMC, Pune APMC Market Yard, Nagpur APMC, Kolhapur APMC. 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 Maharashtra. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Maharashtra Sugarcane Farmers
Maharashtra Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.