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Egypt extends sugar import ban amid rising domestic production

Egypt has extended its ban on sugar imports for trading until April 2026 to protect domestic producers and stabilise the market ahead...

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Wheat News in English

Yellow alert for thunderstorms in Punjab, Haryana; rain likely to benefit wheat but strong winds a concern

India’s ethanol blending programme has driven major investments in ethanol plants, supporting energy security, rural growth and farmer incomes. However, recent disputes...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Policy certainty is the bedrock of India’s ethanol economy : Editorial by Uppal Shah

India’s ethanol blending programme has driven major investments in ethanol plants, supporting energy security, rural growth and farmer incomes. However, recent disputes...

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Sugar News in English

India’s sugar production crosses 261 LMT 2025-26 SS; Crushing operations nearing end

India’s sugar production reached 261.75 lakh metric tonnes as of March 15, 2026, about 10% higher than last season, according to the...

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Edible Oil News in English

West Asia war pushes up cooking oil prices to Rs 170 a litre

Cooking oil prices in India have surged due to the West Asia conflict, pushing sunflower oil to ₹170 per litre and palm...

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Sugar News in English

Season 2025–26: Sugar output reaches 981.58 lakh quintals in Maharashtra; 154 sugar mills close operations

Maharashtra’s 2025–26 sugarcane crushing season is nearing completion, with 154 of 210 sugar mills already shut. The state has produced 981.58 lakh...

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Rice News in English

APEDA facilitates first export of GI-tagged Joha Rice from Assam to United Kingdom, Italy

India has exported its first 25-tonne consignment of GI-tagged Joha rice from Assam to the UK and Italy, facilitated by APEDA. The...

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Rice News in English

Technology adoption and improved seed varieties boost India’s wheat & rice production

India’s wheat and rice production has risen significantly over the past five years, driven by improved technology adoption and high-yield, climate-resilient seed...

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Sugar News in English

Sugar mills to report 5-8% revenue growth in FY26 on better cane supply: ICRA Report

India’s integrated sugar mills are expected to see moderate revenue growth of 5–8% in FY26, supported by improved sugarcane availability and stable...