PMK leader Demands Higher Price for Sugarcane Farmers
Anbumani Ramadoss has criticised the recent increase in sugarcane procurement price, stating that the ₹93 hike announced for farmers is insufficient and does not match the rising cultivation costs.
He urged the government to fix the procurement price at ₹4,500 per tonne immediately, while reiterating that farmers are demanding up to ₹5,000 per tonne considering production expenses and transportation charges.
Rising Cultivation Costs a Major Concern
According to Anbumani, the cost of producing one tonne of sugarcane has increased sharply and currently stands at nearly ₹3,300. He pointed out that farmers are struggling with:
- Rising labour wages
- Increased fertiliser costs
- Higher fuel prices
- Irrigation expenses
- Transportation charges
He stated that merely increasing the procurement price by ₹93 would not provide meaningful financial relief to cultivators.
Demand for Fair Profit Margin
The Pattali Makkal Katchi leader argued that farmers should receive at least a 50 percent profit margin above production costs to ensure sustainable agriculture and protect the livelihoods of sugarcane growers.
Based on these calculations, he said the procurement price should ideally be fixed at ₹5,000 per tonne.
Appeal to tamil Nadu Government
Anbumani appealed to the government of tamil Nadu to reconsider the pricing policy and announce a more farmer-friendly procurement rate.
He warned that inadequate pricing could discourage farmers from continuing sugarcane cultivation, ultimately affecting sugar production and the rural economy.
Focus on Farmers’ Welfare
The statement has once again highlighted the ongoing debate over agricultural pricing and farmer welfare in tamil Nadu, where sugarcane cultivation remains a major source of income for many rural families.
Farmer associations are also expected to press for revised procurement prices in the coming weeks.
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