Sugar prices have significantly increased due to production shortfalls and rising demand. Government data shows a substantial decline in expected sugar production for the season. International market trends and domestic supply issues also contribute to the current price situation. Ethanol diversion is a factor, but not the sole cause of the sugar price surge. Policymakers are addressing broader supply and inventory concerns with import decisions.

NEW DELHI: Sugar production during the current season (Oct-Sept) is estimated around 306 lakh tonnes, 11% lower than the initial projection of 343 lakh tonnes for the year by…

The price surge has prompted the government to step up measures to curb hoarding and allow sugar imports for the first time in nearly a decade. | India News

India's sugar production estimate has fallen significantly, impacting opening stocks for the new season. This lower output is expected to meet domestic demand until fresh…

India's sugar tender rates fall ₹500, yet retail prices rise to ₹60.26/kg amid concerns over speculative price increases.

Sugar prices surge due to declining sugarcane production and stockpiling, experts dismissing ethanol diversion as a factor.

NEW DELHI: Sugar industry’s apex body ISMA on Monday said that there is no shortage of the sweetener while admitting that the spike in prices is “not natural” and is being fuelled…