4950 Tonnes of Cane Destroyed

4950 tonnes of cane destroyed

THE sugarcane crushing season is starting to encounter problems, with reports of widespread crop damage because of off-season fires. Sugar Minister Charan Jeath Singh said nearly 170 acres of sugarcane farms — about 4950 tonnes of cane — have been destroyed by a mix of arson and accidental burning. Mr Singh said the damage this year was worse than the past seasons. “Unfortunately, the damage this year has been greater than in previous seasons,” …

Fijian government announces $650 per acre aid for farmers hit by off-season cane fires - ChiniMandi

Sugarcane farmers affected by off-season fires will receive a one-time compensation of $650 per acre of destroyed crop, the Fijian Government has announced, reported Fijivillage. Minister for Sugar Industry, Charan Jeath Singh, made the announcement during the 2025 Annual Farmers Day event held at Katonivere Grounds in Labasa. He said the decision was taken following a detailed discussion at the Project Steering Committee meeting on June 12, whi…