Raw sugar futures surged 13.9% from September 25 to October 2, reaching 19.93 cents/lb amid weather-related supply concerns. Brazil’s disrupted crushing and...
India is entering the new sugar season with adequate stocks, but a temporary supply gap has lifted prices. Maharashtra’s October 15 crushing...
India’s ESY 2026-27 ethanol supply could face challenges as sugar prices and tight availability reduce mills’ incentive to divert sugar. Lower sugar-based...
India’s sugar market has corrected sharply after ex-mill prices surged from Rs 43-44/kg in mid-July to nearly Rs 70/kg. Government stock limits,...
ChiniMandi’s earlier call for better sugar supply management has been broadly vindicated as the Government introduced stock limits, fortnightly quotas, mandatory dispatch...
India’s sugar prices surged nearly 80% from June to August 2026 amid lower-than-expected production and supply concerns. Government interventions, including stock limits...
India’s ethanol blending programme has driven major investments in ethanol plants, supporting energy security, rural growth and farmer incomes. However, recent disputes...
Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and surging crude oil prices are highlighting the importance of food and fuel security. Higher oil...
In Maharashtra, sugar mills face severe liquidity stress in 2025–26, with ₹4,601 crore FRP dues pending and many mills underutilised. Falling cane...