This paper focuses on the production of rice for last 61 years in India primarily dealing with the production variable of
the ten highest rice harvesting states of the country. Using the Box Jenkins approach of model identification, the best possible
ARIMA model is fitted among various competing models. Goodness of fit of each of these models is tested and the best model is
used to forecast the production of rice for the coming years. In this regard, checking for series stationary is an important aspect
which has been taken in account before proceeding with any analysis.