Uttar Pradesh: India’s Largest Sugarcane Producing State
Uttar Pradesh: India’s Largest Sugarcane Producing State
Key Points:
- Overview:
- Uttar Pradesh (UP) is the largest producer of sugarcane in India, contributing 2,252.2 lakh tonnes in 2022–23.
- Major sugarcane-producing districts include Kanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow, and Varanasi.
- The state is often referred to as the “Sugar Bowl of India”.
- Climatic and Soil Conditions:
- Ideal temperature range: 20°C – 35°C.
- Annual rainfall: 75–150 cm.
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil, abundant sunlight, and a dry cold season during ripening and harvesting.
- River plains of Ganga and Yamuna support high yields and irrigated farming.
- Production Profile:
- Sugarcane is a key cash crop, generating employment for over 10 lakh people directly or indirectly.
- UP contributes almost half of India’s total sugarcane production.
- Top 10 Sugarcane Producing States in India (2022–23):
| Rank | State | Production (lakh tons) | Major Districts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Uttar Pradesh | 2252.2 | Kanpur, Prayagraj, Lucknow, Varanasi |
| 2 | Maharashtra | 1239.7 | Satara, Pune, Ahmednagar |
| 3 | Karnataka | 624.6 | Hassan, Tumkur, Chikmagalur |
| 4 | Tamil Nadu | 169.2 | Dindigul, Nilgiris, Erode |
| 5 | Gujarat | 146.9 | Navsari, Surat, Vadodara |
| 6 | Bihar | 120.6 | Muzaffarpur, Patna, Bhagalpur |
| 7 | Haryana | 88.6 | Faridabad, Rohtak, Karnal |
| 8 | Punjab | 76.4 | Jalandhar, Ludhiana |
| 9 | Uttarakhand | 37.6 | Haridwar |
| 10 | Andhra Pradesh | 31.2 | Chittoor, Kadapa, Kurnool |
- Significance:
- Supports India’s sugar, jaggery, and ethanol industries.
- Crucial for rural employment and economic activity.
- UP’s leadership strengthens India’s position as the second-largest sugarcane producer globally.
Updated - Jun 7, 2025, 8:47 PM | Jagran Josh