Question

Why are sugar Mills shifting to South india ? Mention any two challenges faced by this industry

Answer 1

(i) The sucrose content of sugarcane grown is higher in Peninsular India. Thus, more sugar can be extracted from the same amount of sugarcane.
(ii) The crushing season is longer in Peninsular India, as it does not get very hot in the summer compared to North India.
(iii) Sugar industries are mostly cooperatives and
cooperatives are more successful in the Southern states.

Answer 2

It is so because the cane produced in these states has high sucrose content

The cooler climate also ensures a longer crushing seasons