ISMA - September 2024
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Podcast Episode Summary Guide: "ISMA Times - The Future of Sugar & Bio-Energy"
Episode Title: The Future of Sugar & Bio-Energy: Insights from ISMA Times Inaugural Edition
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the inaugural edition of the "ISMA Times," a magazine initiative by the Indian Sugar & Bio-Energy Manufacturers Association (ISMA). The episode covers key highlights, trends, and expert insights into the future of the sugar and bio-energy industries.
Key Sections Covered:
- Global Sugar Outlook:
- Discussion on the latest global sugar market trends, including the forecast for the 2024/25 season, which predicts a global deficit of 3.58 million tonnes
- Insights into how countries like Brazil and Thailand, which are the top sugar exporters, will influence global supply and trade in the coming years
- India’s Role in the Sugar Industry:
- India's position as the largest sugar-producing country with a record production of 35.8 million metric tons in the 2021-22 marketing year.
- Focus on how improvements in cane production, advanced farming technologies, and the development of sustainable products like bio-electricity and bioethanol are shaping India's sugar industry
- The Role of Research and Development:
- Discussions on how R&D is shaping the transformation of the Indian sugar industry, with a focus on developing elite varieties, climate-resilient technologies, and mechanization
- Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in India:
- An exploration into the need for greener skies and the potential of sustainable aviation fuel in India, as well as Praj Industries' contributions to the production of SAF using ethanol
- Biotech-Based Approaches in Sugarcane Farming:
- Biotechnology's role in enhancing sugarcane cultivation, genome editing, and developing more sustainable farming methods
- Smart Farming & Water Management:
- Highlights on how water-efficient irrigation methods are being implemented in sugarcane farming and the importance of water management for future sustainability
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