Uttar Pradesh sugar output may stall India's growth in 2026-27

Uttar Pradesh, India's largest sugar-producing state, may see stagnant output at 9 million tonnes in the 2026-27 season, potentially dampening the country's overall sugar production growth. The slowdown is attributed to reduced sugarcane coverage and an earlier commencement of the crushing season.

The state's subdued performance could affect national sugar availability and pricing. Industry analysts point to lower farm acreage under sugarcane cultivation as a key constraint, alongside the compressed crushing timeline that may limit per-unit yield.