India’s sugar production projected to rise 12% to 33.6 million tonnes in FY 2026‑27, driven by higher cane area and better recovery.
Sugarcane planted area expected to increase 2% to 5.9 million hectares, with recovery rate improving to 9.2% from 8.3% this year.
Sugar consumption forecast to grow 3% to 31 million tonnes, creating a surplus as production exceeds demand for the first time.
Government FRP and ethanol blending incentives continue to support farmers, helping maintain comfortable supply conditions despite modest demand growth.