The year 2026 is set to witness large-scale Forest Produce and Agricultural Commodity auctions through MSTC Limited, as Government departments and PSUs accelerate monetisation of surplus stock, forest produce, and warehoused agri commodities.
For traders, MSMEs, processors, exporters, and industrial buyers, these upcoming auctions present high-volume, legally compliant, and price-competitive procurement opportunities.
🌲 Upcoming Forest Produce Auctions (2026)
Likely Forest Products
Timber (Teak, Sal, Eucalyptus, Misc. hardwood)
Bamboo (industrial & commercial grades)
Firewood & fuelwood
Poles, logs & sleepers
Minor Forest Produce (MFP)
Expected Selling Authorities
State Forest Departments
Forest Development Corporations
Tribal & Cooperative Forest Agencies
PSU-owned forest units
 Peak Auction Season:
Q1–Q2 (Jan–June 2026), aligned with forest working plans.
🌾 Upcoming Agricultural Produce Auctions (2026)
Expected Agri Commodities
Food grains: Wheat, Rice, Maize, Barley
Pulses: Chana, Arhar, Moong, Urad
Oilseeds: Mustard, Soybean, Groundnut
Old / surplus / damaged stocks
Likely Sellers
Food Corporation of India (FCI)
State Warehousing Corporations
NAFED & Civil Supplies Departments
Cooperative Federations
 Peak Auction Season:
Post-harvest cycles & policy releases (Q2–Q4 2026).
 Warehoused Commodity Auctions (High Volume)
In 2026, MSTC is expected to auction large quantities of warehoused agri produce, including:
Buffer stock liquidation
Quality-degraded or aging stock
Policy-based releases
✔ Warehouse-wise lot segregation
✔ Pre-disclosed quality parameters
✔ Inspection before bidding
Who Should Track MSTC Auctions in 2026?
✔ Timber & bamboo traders
✔ Saw mills & plywood units
✔ Rice mills, dal mills & flour mills
✔ Edible oil manufacturers
✔ Agri commodity traders
✔ Exporters & bulk buyers
These auctions are not retail-focused—they are designed for serious volume buyers.
How to Prepare Now for MSTC Auctions in 2026
✔ Advance Readiness Checklist
MSTC bidder registration completed
Class 3 Digital Signature Certificate active
GST & trade licences in place
Liquidity planning for EMD & payments
Logistics & lifting capability assessed
👉 Early preparation ensures zero last-minute disqualification.
Why 2026 Is a Strategic Year for MSTC Buyers
Government asset monetisation + policy-driven stock releases = high auction frequency.
This combination makes 2026 ideal for:
Cost-efficient procurement
Inventory stocking at lower prices
Long-term supply contracts
Compliance-friendly sourcing
How Leegal Helps You Track & Win MSTC Auctions
✔ Auction tracking & alerts
✔ Eligibility & document readiness
✔ Forest & agri compliance advisory
✔ Bid strategy & risk assessment
✔ Post-auction documentation & lifting support
 Planning to participate in Forest or Agri auctions on MSTC in 2026?
Connect with Leegal to stay ahead of listings, compliant, and profitable.