India’s Sugar Production Declines 17% In 2024-25 Season

India’s sugar production in the 2024-25 season has fallen 17% short year-on-year, according to the Indian Sugar and Bio-energy Manufacturers’ Association (ISMA). The decline is attributed to a higher diversion of sugar for ethanol production and a delayed start to sugarcane crushing operations in Maharashtra and Karnataka, which has impacted overall output.