Odisha Agriculture FAQ
Common questions about mandis, crops and prices in Odisha.
Which are the major mandis in Odisha?+
Odisha has 8+ APMC mandis tracked on MyVillagers.in. Major yards include: Gunpur APMC, Kantabaji APMC, Kandhamal APMC, Balugaon APMC, Rayagada APMC, Kamakhyanagar APMC. See the full list with daily rates on the Odisha mandi page.
What are the most traded commodities in Odisha?+
Based on mandi reports, the most-traded commodities in Odisha are:
• Brinjal — average modal ₹3,575 / Quintal
• Tomato — average modal ₹3,613 / Quintal
• Cauliflower — average modal ₹3,400 / Quintal
• Cabbage — average modal ₹3,675 / Quintal
• Onion — average modal ₹1,400 / Quintal
• Carrot — average modal ₹8,640 / Quintal
How can I get today's mandi prices for Odisha?+
Use the Odisha mandi page on MyVillagers.in. Prices are refreshed daily from AGMARKNET (official government feed) and supplemented with eNAM live auction data where available. You can also set price alerts in your dashboard.
Does MSP procurement happen in Odisha?+
Yes. The Government of India procures wheat, paddy, pulses and oilseeds at MSP through FCI / NAFED / state agencies during each marketing season. Odisha farmers should register on the state procurement portal and check eligible procurement centres before harvest.
Best buying & selling tips for Odisha traders+
• Track modal-price spreads across mandis in the state — district-to-district variation can exceed 10–15%.
• Buy during peak arrivals (post-harvest), sell during lean months once stocks taper.
• Use the Live Mandi Dashboard to spot price movers each morning.
• Account for transport, mandi fees and commission before quoting.