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Agriculture
Bihar Sugar Policy Praised by BSMA, Calls for Enhanced Drainage and Breeding Support
✍️ ChiniMandi
🗓 07 Jul 2026, 04:16 AM
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The Bihar Sugar Mills Association (BSMA) has expressed approval for the state's newly announced sugar policy. However, the association is also advocating for increased government assistance to improve crucial aspects of sugarcane cultivation.
The Bihar Sugar Mills Association (BSMA) has officially welcomed the recent sugar policy introduced by the Bihar government. This endorsement signifies a positive reception from the industry body towards the state's initiatives aimed at bolstering the sugar sector.
While appreciating the policy, the BSMA has also put forth specific requests to the government. The association is urging for stronger support and investment in two key areas: improving the drainage facilities essential for sugarcane fields and enhancing the breeding programs for superior sugarcane varieties.
These recommendations highlight the BSMA's focus on addressing the foundational elements of sugarcane production. Better drainage is critical for preventing crop damage and optimizing yield, while advanced breeding can lead to more resilient and productive sugarcane strains, ultimately benefiting both farmers and sugar mills.
While appreciating the policy, the BSMA has also put forth specific requests to the government. The association is urging for stronger support and investment in two key areas: improving the drainage facilities essential for sugarcane fields and enhancing the breeding programs for superior sugarcane varieties.
These recommendations highlight the BSMA's focus on addressing the foundational elements of sugarcane production. Better drainage is critical for preventing crop damage and optimizing yield, while advanced breeding can lead to more resilient and productive sugarcane strains, ultimately benefiting both farmers and sugar mills.