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Rising sugar prices prompt mills to favor sugar over ethanol

Rising sugar prices are prompting Indian mills to favour sugar production over ethanol, with industry executives expecting restrictions on B-heavy molasses and...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Ethanol can reduce farmers’ MSP dependence, retain wealth within India: BIEPA president

BIEPA said ethanol production strengthens India’s energy security, creates demand for maize and surplus grains, and reduces crude oil imports. The industry...

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Rice News in English

Kharif sowing 3.9 percent lower than a year ago; rice sowing increases

India’s kharif sowing was 3.9% lower year-on-year at 84.6 lakh hectares as of June 12, mainly due to sharp declines in cotton...

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Rice News in English

Asia rice surges 20% in May as war and weather threaten output

Asian rice prices recorded their biggest monthly rise in nearly two decades during May, driven by higher energy and fertilizer costs, El...

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Wheat News in English

India 2026 wheat output seen at 110.65 million tons, below government record estimate

India’s wheat output for 2025-26 is estimated between 110–120 million tonnes after weather damage across key states. While procurement targets have been...

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Maize News in English

Maharashtra : Centre extends maize procurement deadline till April 30; relief for farmers: Bhujbal

The Centre has extended the maize procurement deadline to April 30 for the 2025–26 Kharif season, offering relief to farmers. The move...

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Edible Oil News in English

Edible oil supplies remain secure despite Iran conflict: Senior govt official

India is unlikely to face major disruptions in edible oil imports despite Iran-linked tensions, as diversified sourcing from Malaysia, Indonesia and the...