Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that sugar factory owners across the state have agreed to accept the government’s decision to increase sugarcane prices, bringing relief to thousands of sugarcane farmers awaiting clarity on procurement rates. Speaking to the media after a meeting with representatives from sugar mills and farmer associations, the Chief Minister said the government is committed to ensuring a fair and profitable price for farmers while maintaining the stability of the sugar industry.
The meeting comes amid growing pressure from farmer groups demanding a higher Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane, citing rising cultivation costs and delayed payments from mills. Officials from the agriculture and industries departments said the new cane price will be announced soon, and efforts are being made to ensure that payments to farmers are made promptly after cane procurement.
Farmer leaders have welcomed the Chief Minister’s assurance but urged the government to implement the price hike quickly and take steps to prevent delays in future payments. With the crushing season about to begin, the decision is expected to have a significant impact on the state’s rural economy and the overall sugar production outlook for the year.
