The Hindu Business Line., Author at AgriInsite

Zuari’s SPE division achieves highest-ever sugarcane crushing in FY26

Zuari Industries Limited achieved record sugarcane crushing of 159.7 lakh quintals in FY26, driven by higher cane availability, early season start, and...

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Rice News in English

India procures 6% more rice from farmers in 2025-26 kharif marketing season

India’s kharif rice procurement rose 6% to 463.06 lakh tonnes in Oct–Mar, with a sharp rebound in March. The government revised its...

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Wheat News in English

Congress, farmer bodies slam M.P. govt over delay in wheat procurement; BJP blames bag shortage due to West Asia war

Madhya Pradesh faces delays in wheat procurement due to packaging shortages, drawing criticism from Congress and farmer groups. Repeated postponements risk forcing...

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Sugar News in English

Uttar Pradesh sugar output down 13% in March but India’s output up 9% for the season

India’s sugar production reached 271.20 lakh tonnes by March 31, up 9% year-on-year, but momentum is slowing. Uttar Pradesh output declined for...

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Wheat News in English

Centre kicks off procurement season with 18,000 tonnes of wheat, targets 303 lakh tonnes

India has begun its wheat procurement season with minimal arrivals so far, purchasing just 17,883 tonnes against a target of 303.36 lakh...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

GEMA urges Govt to increase ethanol blending beyond 20%

India’s grain ethanol industry urges the government to push blending beyond E20, citing lower crude import dependence, better price stability, and higher...