Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s paddy procurement for the 2025–26 Kharif season has reached a record high, with over 75 lakh metric tonnes of paddy procured as the process enters its final phase.
According to official data, around 75,45,381 metric tonnes of paddy have arrived at mandis across the state, out of which 75,20,212 metric tonnes have already been procured.
The procurement drive has benefited a large number of farmers, with 18,11,988 cultivators selling their produce so far this season. Of the total stock collected, millers have lifted approximately 73,46,226 metric tonnes from procurement centres.
The Minimum Support Price (MSP) mechanism has played a key role in ensuring fair returns to farmers, with ₹22,337.60 crore disbursed so far in MSP payments and input assistance. The state government has also ensured that payments are credited directly into farmers’ bank accounts, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
District-wise data shows Bargarh leading procurement efforts with 7,69,838 metric tonnes, followed by Kalahandi with 6,43,178 metric tonnes. Ganjam and Subarnapur recorded procurement of 5,58,012 metric tonnes and 3,79,045 metric tonnes respectively.
The latest figures reflect a steady increase in paddy procurement in recent years. Procurement stood at 58,03,664 metric tonnes in 2023–24, rising to 73,02,782 metric tonnes in 2024–25, and further reaching 74,92,893 metric tonnes in the current season as of March 24.
The rise of over 16 lakh metric tonnes in two years indicates sustained growth in agricultural output and strengthening of the rural economy in Odisha.
