Sunflower in Karnataka: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Karnataka produced 1,05,249 tonnes of Sunflower from 1,01,999 ha (average yield 1,032 kg/ha) - #1 among states and 52% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +2% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 1,35,590 | 1,03,329 | 762 |
| 2020-21 | 1,20,859 | 1,08,127 | 895 |
| 2021-22 | 1,62,538 | 1,35,921 | 836 |
| 2022-23 | 2,45,351 | 2,34,170 | 954 |
| 2023-24 | 74,997 | 72,412 | 966 |
| 2024-25 | 1,01,999 | 1,05,249 | 1,032 |
Top Sunflower-Producing Districts in Karnataka (2024-25)
- Bagalkote: 16,389 tonnes (16%), yield 1,167 kg/ha
- Chamarajanagara: 14,839 tonnes (14%), yield 1,052 kg/ha
- Haveri: 13,198 tonnes (13%), yield 1,452 kg/ha
- Belagavi: 11,253 tonnes (11%), yield 1,011 kg/ha
- Chitradurga: 10,635 tonnes (10%), yield 1,141 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.
Sunflower Cultivation in Karnataka
Karnataka is the largest producer of Sunflower in India. Sunflower (सूरजमुखी) here is a oilseed crop with a Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov) season (Kharif (Sow: Jun-Jul, Harvest: Oct-Nov)). 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.
Sunflower MSP & Procurement in Karnataka
The Minimum Support Price for Sunflower is ₹8,343/quintal (Kharif 2026-27). Government agencies procure Sunflower at MSP in Karnataka during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹8,343. Today's market modal price of ₹7,264 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Sunflower 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 Sunflower Farmers
Karnataka Sunflower growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.