Crushing can not start without consent of farmers, says Satish Jarkiholi
Minister Satish Jarkiholi stated that sugarcane crushing operations cannot commence without the explicit consent of the farming community. He accused the central government of politicising the sugarcane sector, alleging interference in the timing and terms of crushing. The remarks came amid ongoing disputes over delayed crushing schedules and concerns about farmers' earnings and the overall profitability of their crops.