The Times Of India, Author at AgriInsite

Ethanol plants stare at closure in Bihar after sharp procurement cut

Bihar’s ethanol industry is in crisis as OMCs cut grain-based ethanol purchases by 50%, threatening closure of all 14 plants. Overcapacity, sourcing...

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Rice News in English

Basmati exporters face uncertainty as Iran unrest disrupts trade, payments

Iran’s political unrest has unsettled Indian basmati rice exporters in Punjab and Haryana. Some report stalled shipments and payments, while others remain...

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Sugar News in English

Bihar : Sugarcane prices raised by Rs15 per quintal in state

Sugarcane prices in Bihar for the 2025–26 season have risen by Rs15 per quintal. Super, general and low grades will fetch Rs380,...

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Rice News in English

Karnataka : Price of rice varieties skyrockets in southern districts

In southern Karnataka, rice prices have surged Rs 10–20/kg in retail markets over the past six weeks due to a shortage of...

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Sugar News in English

UP leads in average sugar recovery in ongoing season

UP has recorded a strong 9.5% sugar recovery this season, surpassing last year and the national average. Higher-yield varieties, better farm practices,...

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Sugar News in English

Sugar production rises nationwide in 2025 as mills boost crushing

India’s sugar industry showed stronger performance in 2025, with higher cane crushing, improved production, and better recovery rates despite crop setbacks in...

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Wheat News in English

CSA scientists develop new wheat, mustard varieties

Scientists at CSA University, Kanpur, have developed two wheat varieties, K-1910 and K-1905, suited for alkaline soils, timely sowing and high rust...