Centre explores ways to stabilize sugarcane production amid weather shocks

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₹38,000 crore if the proposal gets through." “With stabilization in production, cane output can increase further and be stable in future irrespective of weather changes," Ballani added. “The food ministry is examining the proposal and is yet to take a call after discussing it with the agriculture and Jal Shakti ministries as economic viability is to be checked," a senior government official said. “Due to constant weather changes, sugar production has become unpredictable.

We need to bring sustainability to the sector in terms of production after what we have seen this season. Even if we fail to increase production, the current area needs to be sustained, and it won’t be possible until the irrigation issues due to poor rainfall in top growing states are resolved. Therefore, we are committed to addressing the issue and come up with a plan to incentivize sugarcane growers so that the crop area does not shrink.

Otherwise, meeting EBP target and ensuring domestic consumption will be challenging." “However, I’m not sure if there will be a new scheme/policy drafted. We are yet to discuss it with the agriculture ministry. Depending on its suggestions, we will come up with a plan and push it to the government.