Sugarcane farmers across the country have received a big boost today. Sugarcane is the backbone of India’s sugar industry, and rising demand ensures that farmers depend heavily on fair procurement prices. In a major step, the Punjab government has increased the sugarcane purchase rate by ₹15 per quintal, giving farmers a direct income boost.
India’s sugar consumption rises every year, and the entire industry relies on sugarcane supply. Keeping farmers’ interests in mind, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced the price hike while inaugurating a new sugar mill in Dinanagar. The announcement has sparked widespread celebrations among sugarcane growers in the state.
Punjab has officially increased the sugarcane procurement rate:
Earlier, the Haryana government had raised the price to ₹415 per quintal during Diwali. With Punjab now offering ₹416 per quintal, the state has become the highest-paying sugarcane procurement region in India.
Along with the increased price, Punjab farmers will now benefit from a significant expansion in procurement coverage due to the launch of the new sugar mill.
This upgrade ensures smoother procurement, faster payment cycles, and broader market access. With higher capacity, more farmers can sell their sugarcane on time and without uncertainty.
With the sugarcane crushing season just around the corner, Punjab’s decision to raise prices has arrived at the perfect time. Higher rates, increased procurement capacity, and the inauguration of a new mill together promise a clear improvement in farmers’ earnings this year.
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