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37Philippines : CoA flags ‘unused’ SRA budget
The Commission on Audit (CoA) reported that over P64 million allocated for the Sugarcane Industry Development Act (SIDA) remained unused by the...
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22Fiji : Gaps still exists within system— report
A study by the FAO highlights challenges facing Fiji's sugarcane farmers, including high labour and input costs, logistical issues with mechanization, and...
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26Malaysia : Demand For Sugarcane Stalks Surge This Pongal Season, Benefiting Local Farmers
Ahead of Pongal, sugarcane demand surged in Malaysia, with plantations in Klang selling over 2,600 stalks. Farmers noted challenges from unpredictable weather...
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25Tamil Nadu : Heavy rain pushes up prices of sugarcane, turmeric and ginger this Pongal
Northeast monsoon rains impacted sugarcane, turmeric, and ginger crops, causing damage and price surges before Pongal. Sugarcane sold for ₹300-450 per bunch...
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23Punjab: Ajnala sugar mill expansion plan on cards, says minister
Punjab Cabinet Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal announced plans to expand the state-run Ajnala sugar mill by increasing its crushing capacity and upgrading...
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22Andhra Pradesh: Arugolanu farmers seek CM’s intervention to halt ethanol factory construction
Farmers from Arugolanu village, along with human rights activists, met Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu to oppose the construction of an ethanol factory,...
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23Sugar Prices Fall on Dollar Strength and Global Supply Optimism
Sugar prices fell today, with NY #11 hitting a 4-month low and London #5 a 2-3/4 year low. The stronger dollar and...
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21Excise Duty Not Payable On ‘Bagasse’ Which Emerges As A Waste Product During Sugar Crushing: CESTAT
The Chennai CESTAT ruled that bagasse, a byproduct of sugar crushing, is non-excisable since it is not produced through manufacturing. The Tribunal...
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30AM Green and DP World Join Forces to Establish India as a Global Hub for Green Molecules
AM Green and DP World have partnered to establish a green fuel supply chain, supporting decarbonization efforts. The deal includes developing port,...
