Wheat in Himachal Pradesh: Area, Production & Yield
In 2024-25, Himachal Pradesh produced 6,51,203 tonnes of Wheat from 3,07,171 ha (average yield 2,120 kg/ha) - #10 among states and 1% of India's output on district-level estimates. Output has changed +5% since 2019-20.
| Year | Area (ha) | Production (tonnes) | Yield (kg/ha) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 3,19,098 | 6,19,689 | 1,942 |
| 2020-21 | 3,33,148 | 5,70,377 | 1,712 |
| 2021-22 | 3,20,219 | 7,13,604 | 2,228 |
| 2022-23 | 3,19,476 | 6,09,314 | 1,907 |
| 2023-24 | 3,16,835 | 7,85,751 | 2,480 |
| 2024-25 | 3,07,171 | 6,51,203 | 2,120 |
Top Wheat-Producing Districts in Himachal Pradesh (2024-25)
- Kangra: 1,53,490 tonnes (24%), yield 1,964 kg/ha
- Mandi: 1,30,390 tonnes (20%), yield 2,316 kg/ha
- Una: 82,720 tonnes (13%), yield 2,346 kg/ha
- Bilaspur: 61,205 tonnes (9%), yield 2,266 kg/ha
- Sirmaur: 58,014 tonnes (9%), yield 2,598 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.
Wheat Cultivation in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh is among the states that grow Wheat. Wheat (गेहूँ) here is a cereal crop with a Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr) season (Rabi (Sow: Oct-Nov, Harvest: Mar-Apr)). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Himachal Pradesh's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Wheat MSP & Procurement in Himachal Pradesh
The Minimum Support Price for Wheat is ₹2,585/quintal (Rabi 2026-27). Government agencies procure Wheat at MSP in Himachal Pradesh during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹2,585. Today's market modal price of ₹2,675 is above MSP - the open market is paying well.
Where to Sell Wheat in Himachal Pradesh
Sell at your nearest APMC mandi - major ones include Shimla 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 Himachal Pradesh. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Himachal Pradesh Wheat Farmers
Himachal Pradesh Wheat growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.