Sugar production in India is expected to face a significant decline in the 2025 season, with forecasts predicting a drop to below 27 million metric tons (MMT), down from 31.8 MMT in the previous year, reported ANI.
This marks a notable 12% decrease in output, primarily due to increased diversion of sugarcane for ethanol production and a reduction in cane availability across key producing states.
Additionally, the recent revision in ethanol prices has not lived up to expectations. While the Government of India increased prices for the Chandigarh route by 3%, the anticipated hikes for the Bihar and Direct routes were not implemented, leading to some disappointment within the sector.
