Farm ministry flags higher diversion of maize for ethanol amid concerns over import dependency

Farm ministry flags higher diversion of maize for ethanol amid concerns over import dependency

This is a serious issue,” the official said. This official added that these concerns stem from India becoming import dependent for a grain that it typically exports. In fact, India had become a net importer of maize briefly in September 2024 for the first time in decades due to higher diversion of the grain for ethanol blending.

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