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- The Karnataka Sugarcane Growers’ Association is demanding an increase in the government-mandated price for sugarcane to better support farmers.
- Representatives have submitted a formal memorandum to the central government regarding these financial adjustments.
- The group warns that statewide protests will begin if the requested price increase is not implemented by October 10.
- Farmers are also seeking additional support for crop losses and loan relief in regions affected by drought.
What to watch next
- Decision on Fair and Remunerative Price by October 10, 2026
- Potential state-wide agitation by sugarcane farmers
- Government response to demands for crop loss compensation and loan waivers
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Kurubur Shanthakumar
Association President
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“If the FRP is not increased by October 10, the association will launch a State-wide agitation against the Union and State governments”
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…a recovery rate of 11.25%, ₹5,200 for 12.25% and ₹5,550 for a recovery rate of 13.25%. Last year, the Centre had fixed a FRP of ₹3,550 per tonne for sugarcane with a basic recovery rate of 10.25% for the year 2025-26. “ If the FRP is not increased by October 10, the association will launch a State-wide agitation against the Union and State governments ,” Mr. Shanthakumar has warned. Pointing out that the State government had fixed the sugarcane harvesting and transportation charges at ₹800 per tonne, he said, while calling upon the farmers to lodge complaints with…
“Misusing electricity in the name of Dasara festivities, the government was betraying the farmers”
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…release crop-loss compensation. While the State is facing an electricity shortage and crops are drying up due to inadequate power supply, Mr. Shanthakumar questioned the need for ostentatious Dasara festivities. “ Misusing electricity in the name of Dasara festivities, the government was betraying the farmers ,” the association said. Meanwhile, a total of 30 farmers leaders from Karnataka will participate in the national convention of “Ethanol production from sugarcane and agriculture produce and its benefits to the farmers”…
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Named India · NABARD · Baradanapura Nagaraj · Karnataka · Karnataka Sugarcane Growers’ Association · Kurubur Shanthakumar · Ministry of Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs · Mysuru · New Delhi · Pralhad Joshi · Rizwan Arshad · Rudrappa Lamani
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