Sugarcane Farmers in Sarlahi Face Crisis Due to Fertilizer Shortage and Delayed Payments
Summary
Sugarcane farmers in Sarlahi are struggling with fertilizer shortages and delayed payments from sugar industries, impacting their production and livelihoods.
Key Points
- Sugarcane farmers in Sarlahi face severe fertilizer shortages during critical cultivation periods.
- Farmers report delayed payments from sugar industries, hindering their ability to repay loans.
- The fertilizer distribution system is flawed, with some farmers unable to access timely supplies.
- Local officials and agriculture centers acknowledge the problem but highlight the need for central government intervention.
