SUGAR/ETHANOL NEWS #FarmersWelfare

Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to safeguarding the interests of maize farmers, emphasizing that every effort is being made to ensure fair prices, timely procurement, and improved market stability.

In a significant relief for sugarcane farmers, the Uttarakhand government has announced an increase of ₹30 per quintal in the State Advised Price (SAP) for sugarcane for the new crushing season. The decision aims to boost farmer incomes and address rising cultivation costs.

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 government is working on a roadmap to modernize the mills with improved technology and efficient management under the cooperative framework.

Industry experts believe that if current trends continue, UP could maintain its lead throughout the season, contributing significantly to the country’s overall sugar availability and stability in the market.