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processing
Commodities India's Sugar Mills Prepare for 2026-27 Crushing Season with FRP Hike and Ethanol Strategy Shift
India's sugar industry is preparing for the 2026-27 crushing season with the FRP set at ₹365/quintal, a 2.81% increase. Mills face a strategic shift as ethanol blending surpasses 20%, with grain-based sources now dominating 70% of supply. The article highlights the need for feedstock flexibility, treasury planning, and maintenance readiness to navigate the season.
Commodities Ernakulam KVK Commissions 500 Kg Batch Lemongrass Distillation Unit to Boost Fringe Farming
The Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) Ernakulam under ICAR-CMFRI has commissioned a 500 kg batch capacity lemongrass distillation unit at Vavely, Kottappady, in collaboration with CSIR-CIMAP under the Aroma Mission. The facility enables local processing of lemongrass into high-quality essential oil (80% citral content) and value-added products, aiming to provide sustainable livelihoods for farmers in forest-fringe areas affected by elephant raids.
Business New EPFO Portal: Faster Claims, Smarter Processing & More — What Changes for Employees
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) completed migration to a centralised database, introducing automated claims pre-validation, a unified member dashboard, and faster interest crediting. The new system raises the auto-settlement limit to Rs 5 lakh and enables automatic PF transfers on job change, aiming to reduce claim rejections and improve processing efficiency.
Manufacturing Varanasi to Host 2-Day Wheat Products Promotion Society CEO's Conclave from July 9
The Wheat Products Promotion Society (WPPS) will hold a two-day CEO's conclave in Varanasi from July 9, 2026, themed 'Redefining Wheat Value Chains for a New India'. Over 300 senior industry leaders, flour millers, and food manufacturers are expected to attend. The event will feature the WPPS Awards 2026 recognizing outstanding contributions to the wheat sector.
Manufacturing Women-Led Agro-Processing Centre Boosts Yadgir's Economy
A new women-led agro-processing centre in Yadgir, Karnataka, inaugurated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to process 480 tonnes of groundnuts annually. This initiative is expected to enhance local agricultural value chains and empower women farmers.