The sugar industry in the State is under expansion and is reaching consumption a stage of self sufficiency. Under the present level of per capita. and with further expansion of the factories, the State will be in a position to export sugar to other countries. For steady progress of the industry, scientific planning of varietal and cultural schedules, and controlled harvest are essential. The industry in general, shows a tendency for achieving quick profits to the detriment of continued progress in Development. This led to clash of interests between the factory holds occupiers and the cane suppliers.
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