Rs 10 sugarcane FRP hike sparks farmer anger and arrears fears for mills

Farmers say it barely covers costs as arrears loom

A Rs 10 increase in sugarcane FRP has drawn sharp reactions on both sides. Farmers argue the revised rate is too low to cover rising costs, while sugar mills warn that payments are already under strain and could deepen arrears. The small hike is now triggering bigger questions about pricing, procurement, and whether the season’s finances can hold.