The Economic Times, Author at AgriInsite

India faces two years of sugar surplus, growers and officials say

India is poised for surplus sugar production for two straight years due to expanded cane cultivation and abundant rainfall, especially in Maharashtra...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Sugar industry seeks ethanol price revision as blending share drops to 28% from 73%

The sugar industry urges ethanol price revision and higher blending targets beyond 20%, as its contribution to the national ethanol program fell...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Ethanol taking centerstage in India’s clean energy landscape amid growth in biofuels

**Ethanol Gains Momentum in India's Clean Energy Shift** India’s ethanol blending rose to 18.4% by March 2025, nearing the 20% target. Oil...

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An import duty hike promised to support Indian farmers. Instead, prices crashed

Indian soybean farmers, like Anand Kumar Baghel, face losses despite switching crops for better returns. Prices fell below MSP even after a...

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Wheat News in English

Govt procures over 290 lakh tons of wheat so far, may hit 320-325 lakh tons: Pralhad Joshi

India has procured over 290 lakh tonnes of wheat so far in 2024–25 and may reach 320–325 lakh tonnes due to record...

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Edible Oil News in English

India’s April palm oil imports drop 24%, remain below normal levels, dealers say

India’s palm oil imports in April fell by nearly a quarter from the previous month, marking the fifth consecutive month below normal...

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Edible Oil News in English

Niti member bats for GM edible oils for self-sufficiency

India must embrace GM edible oil crops for self-sufficiency, says Niti Aayog’s Ramesh Chand. He advocates strict labelling to protect consumer choice...