The Central Government may soon take a decision to increase the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane, reported CNBC Awaaz citing sources. The proposal is expected to be discussed in the upcoming meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
The revised FRP would apply to the 2025–26 sugarcane crushing season. Currently, the FRP stands at Rs. 340 per quintal, based on a 10.25% sugar recovery rate.
Sugarcane farmers across the country have been demanding a hike in the FRP, citing rising input costs, including fuel prices, labour charges, and delays in payments.
If the FRP is increased, it will directly benefit farmers by boosting their income. However, it may also raise production costs for sugar mills.
Sugar mills have also been demanding an increase in the minimum selling price of sugar (Sugar MSP), citing a rise in production costs.
