Sugarcane Cultivation in Puducherry
Puducherry is among the states that grow Sugarcane. Sugarcane (गन्ना) here is a cash crop crop with a Plant: Feb-Mar (spring) or Oct-Nov (autumn), Harvest: 10-12 months season (Plant: Feb-Mar (spring) or Oct-Nov (autumn), Harvest: 10-12 months). The prices above reflect wholesale rates at Puducherry's regulated APMC mandis; the actual rate you get depends on grade, moisture and the day's arrivals.
Sugarcane MSP & Procurement in Puducherry
The Minimum Support Price for Sugarcane is ₹355/quintal (FRP 2025-26). Government agencies procure Sugarcane at MSP in Puducherry during the marketing season, so you should never sell below ₹355. Today's market modal price of ₹350 is below MSP - prefer a government procurement centre.
Where to Sell Sugarcane in Puducherry
Compare rates across 2-3 mandis the same day, grade and clean your produce for 15-20% higher bids, and register on eNAM to reach buyers beyond Puducherry. Use a Kisan Credit Card for storage finance to sell in the lean season.
Government Support for Puducherry Sugarcane Farmers
Puducherry Sugarcane growers can use PM Kisan income support, crop insurance, and irrigation subsidies (drip, solar pump). See everything on the Subsidy Finder.