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Agriculture
Uttar Pradesh clears over 94% of sugarcane dues to farmers this season
✍️ BusinessLine
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 09:19 AM
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The Uttar Pradesh government reports that more than 94% of sugarcane dues for the current season have been settled with farmers.
The state administration of Uttar Pradesh announced that it has cleared more than 94 percent of the outstanding payments owed to sugarcane growers for the ongoing agricultural season. The figure, released by the department overseeing farmer payments, reflects a significant step toward settling long‑standing dues that affect a large segment of the state's farming community.
Officials said the remaining balance, which accounts for less than six percent of the total dues, is being processed and will be released in subsequent installments. The prompt clearance is expected to improve cash flow for sugarcane cultivators, many of whom rely on timely payments to meet planting and harvesting expenses.
Uttar Pradesh, a leading sugarcane‑producing state, has been under pressure to address farmer grievances related to delayed payments. The latest data suggests that the government's recent efforts are bearing fruit, though authorities acknowledge that full settlement will require continued monitoring and coordination with sugar mills.
The department has urged farmers to verify their payment status through official channels and to report any discrepancies. It also reaffirmed its commitment to clearing the remaining dues before the end of the fiscal year.
Stakeholders view the progress as a positive signal for the state's agrarian economy, which depends heavily on the sugarcane sector for employment and revenue.
Officials said the remaining balance, which accounts for less than six percent of the total dues, is being processed and will be released in subsequent installments. The prompt clearance is expected to improve cash flow for sugarcane cultivators, many of whom rely on timely payments to meet planting and harvesting expenses.
Uttar Pradesh, a leading sugarcane‑producing state, has been under pressure to address farmer grievances related to delayed payments. The latest data suggests that the government's recent efforts are bearing fruit, though authorities acknowledge that full settlement will require continued monitoring and coordination with sugar mills.
The department has urged farmers to verify their payment status through official channels and to report any discrepancies. It also reaffirmed its commitment to clearing the remaining dues before the end of the fiscal year.
Stakeholders view the progress as a positive signal for the state's agrarian economy, which depends heavily on the sugarcane sector for employment and revenue.