Published Dec 18, 2023
In India, when we talk about peas, Uttar Pradesh stands out as the top producer. Keep reading to discover other states that also grow plenty of peas.
Uttar Pradesh is a top pea-producing state in India. Its ideal conditions bring profits to farmers. In 2021-22, it led, contributing 48.33% of India's pea production.
In the FY 2021-22, Madhya Pradesh ranked second in pea production, with 53.45 thousand hectares dedicated to cultivation, yielding 534 thousand metric tonnes.
Punjab stands as another significant pea-producing state in India. Amritsar, Hoshiarpur, and Nawanshahr are renowned districts in Punjab known for their high-quality pea yields.
Jharkhand grows peas in rain-fed areas, mainly during the Rabi season, for better yields. It ranked fourth, contributing 6.28% to India's pea production in 2021-22.
Himachal Pradesh is a significant pea producer, contributing over 25% to India's total production. In 2021-22, it ranked fifth, contributing 5.79% to the overall pea production.