Editorial | Don’t be cruel
Summary
Sugarcane farmers in Nepal protest government cuts to subsidies amid rising production costs and climate-induced challenges, highlighting longstanding neglect of the agricultural sector.
Key Points
- The government halved sugarcane farmers' subsidies despite rising production costs, prompting protests.
- Nepali farmers face persistent issues like lack of fertilisers, seeds, irrigation, and fair market access.
- Climate change has increased the frequency and severity of natural disasters affecting agriculture.
- Nepal's agricultural sector remains neglected despite promises from communist-led governments, with priority given to business waivers.
