Sugar production in Maharashtra is 10 lakh tonnes behind last season

23-Jan-2025 10:46 AM

It seems like Maharashtra's sugar production is facing quite a dip this year, largely due to a combination of factors like fewer mills operating, a reduced crushing of sugarcane, and an increase in ethanol production.

The decrease in the average recovery rate of sugar also highlights the challenges in this sector. The 10-15 lakh tonne drop in production could have significant economic impacts, especially considering Maharashtra's role as one of the biggest sugar producers in India.

Do you think the shift towards ethanol production is likely to continue influencing the sugar industry in the future, or might there be efforts to balance sugar and ethanol production?