SUGAR/ETHANOL NEWS

The Gohana Sugar Mill in Haryana has officially begun its sugarcane crushing operations for the new season, bringing relief and optimism to thousands of sugarcane farmers in the region. The commencement marks an important phase in the agricultural cycle, as farmers look forward to timely processing and smoother payments for their produce.

India has finalized a significant export agreement involving over 1 lakh tonnes of sugar, marking a major boost for the country’s trade sector. The deal is expected to strengthen India’s position in the global sugar market while providing a positive push to the domestic economy.

According to agricultural experts, farmers are increasingly opting for maize due to its lower water requirement, higher market demand, and better profitability compared to traditional crops like wheat.

A farmer from Punjab has become the center of attention in the organic foods market after his sugarcane-based products were fully booked in advance until 2027.

According to the BJP, recent challenges in procurement of crops like maize, paddy, and sugarcane have added to the hardships faced by the farming community.

The Indian Express published a detailed opinion piece arguing that India’s current fuel-price disclosures are incomplete because they still show the pricing as if petrol were 100% fossil fuel, even though almost all petrol sold today is blended with 20% ethanol.

nder the agreement, the sugar company will produce compressed biogas (CBG) from agricultural waste and by-products generated during sugar manufacturing. GAIL and MNGL will facilitate the offtake, transportation, and distribution of the biogas for use in city gas distribution networks.

The Commissioner noted that the Planning & Development Board has officially approved the “Digital Monitoring Scheme for the Sugar Sector” under the Annual Development Programmed (ADP), marking a major step toward real-time supervision of sugar mills in the province.

The move has been welcomed by farmer groups and road safety experts, who believe it will lead to safer transport practices and fewer accidents during peak harvesting periods 🌾✅.

The strategy includes enhancing production capacity, modernizing technology, improving management practices, and exploring alternative revenue streams such as energy and ethanol production.

According to market participants, informal syndicates are allegedly playing a role by controlling supply flows and influencing wholesale prices. Traders claim that stocks are being released selectively, creating artificial shortages and driving prices higher.

government has eased export restrictions for organic sugar, making it easier for producers and traders to access international markets while keeping domestic supply considerations in mind.