22.5 LMT monthly sugar quota released for March 2026
India has fixed the March 2026 sugar sales quota at 22.5 LMT, slightly lower than last year. With crushing ending early in Maharashtra and supplies tightening, the move is expected to support firm prices and keep the domestic sugar market bullish despite steady monthly allocations.
In an announcement on February 25, the Food Ministry allocated a monthly sugar quota of 22.5 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) for March 2026. The quota allocated for March 2025 was 23 LMT.
In February 2026, the government had allocated a monthly sugar quota of 22.5 LMT for domestic sale.
According to market experts, following the announcement of the 22.5 LMT sugar quota for March 2026, the domestic market is expected to remain bullish. From mid-February, sugar mills in Maharashtra have begun to end crushing operations, which will help reduce oversupply in the market.
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Source : Chinimandi
