Agriculture & Food Security
Sugarcane FRP hiked to Rs 365/quintal for 2026-27 season
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The central government has announced the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) for sugarcane for the 2026-27 season at ₹365 per quintal, representing a 2.81% increase over the previous season. The decision guarantees a minimum payment of ₹338.3 per quintal even for mills with a recovery rate below 9.5%, aiming to protect farmers' incomes.
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