What Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) has the Central Government fixed for sugarcane for the 2026 season?

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Answer

₹365

Explanation

The Central Government has increased the Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane to ₹365 per quintal.

Key Points

  • > CACP recommends this price
  • > It is determined under the Sugarcane (Control) Order, 1966
  • > Sugar mills are obligated to buy sugarcane at this price

Additional Information

  • CACP (Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices) was formed in 1965.
  • It recommends MSP for 23 crops and FRP for sugarcane to the Centre.
  • India is the world's second-largest sugarcane producer.
SubjectInformation
New FRP₹365/quintal
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