{"id":11317,"date":"2022-08-19T10:24:57","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T10:24:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/?p=11317"},"modified":"2026-07-21T16:47:34","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T11:17:34","slug":"how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start a Sugarcane Processing Plant for the Sugar Industry: Business Ideas, Investment, and Growth Strategy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>sugarcane processing plant<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#A_Business_with_Deep_Roots_and_Strong_Returns\" >A Business with Deep Roots and Strong Returns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Why_the_Sugar_Industry_Remains_a_Strong_Manufacturing_Opportunity\" >Why the Sugar Industry Remains a Strong Manufacturing Opportunity<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Read_the_Complete_Book_Here_The_Complete_Book_on_Sugarcane_Processing_and_By-Products_of_Molasses_with_Analysis_of_Sugar_Syrup_and_Molasses\" >Read the Complete Book Here: The Complete Book on Sugarcane Processing and By-Products of Molasses (with Analysis of Sugar, Syrup and Molasses)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Government_Policies_and_Incentives_Supporting_Sugarcane_Manufacturing\" >Government Policies and Incentives Supporting Sugarcane Manufacturing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Key_Government_Schemes_to_Know\" >Key Government Schemes to Know<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Multiple_Business_Ideas_Within_Sugarcane_Processing_Manufacturing\" >Multiple Business Ideas Within Sugarcane Processing Manufacturing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#1_White_and_Refined_Sugar_Manufacturing_Unit\" >1. White and Refined Sugar Manufacturing Unit<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Find_high-return_business_ideas_based_on_your_budget_ROI\" >Find high-return business ideas based on your budget &amp; ROI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#2_Ethanol_Distillery_from_Sugarcane_Molasses\" >2. Ethanol Distillery from Sugarcane Molasses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#3_Jaggery_and_Khandsari_Sugar_Manufacturing\" >3. Jaggery and Khandsari Sugar Manufacturing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Related_Article_Profitable_Sugarcane-Based_Business_Ideas_in_India_Ethanol_Jaggery_Bio-Energy_Guide\" >Related Article: Profitable Sugarcane-Based Business Ideas in India: Ethanol, Jaggery &amp; Bio-Energy Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#4_Bagasse-Based_Manufacturing_Boards_Paper_and_Bioenergy\" >4. Bagasse-Based Manufacturing: Boards, Paper, and Bioenergy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#5_Organic_Compost_and_Bio-Fertiliser_from_Press_Mud\" >5. Organic Compost and Bio-Fertiliser from Press Mud<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Import%E2%80%93Export_Opportunity_Analysis_for_Sugarcane_Products\" >Import\u2013Export Opportunity Analysis for Sugarcane Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Indian_MSME_Success_Stories_in_Sugarcane_Processing\" >Indian MSME Success Stories in Sugarcane Processing<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Balrampur_Chini_Mills_Scale_Through_Integration\" >Balrampur Chini Mills: Scale Through Integration<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Dhampur_Bio_Organics_Value-Added_Products_Drive_Premium\" >Dhampur Bio Organics: Value-Added Products Drive Premium<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Triveni_Engineering_Cogeneration_as_a_Core_Revenue_Stream\" >Triveni Engineering: Cogeneration as a Core Revenue Stream<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Get_Detailed_Project_Report_DPR_Sugar_Production_Sugarcane_Processing\" >Get Detailed Project Report (DPR): Sugar Production &amp; Sugarcane Processing<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Planning_Your_Project_with_Professional_Feasibility_Support\" >Planning Your Project with Professional Feasibility Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Sugarcane_Processing_Business_Ideas_Investment_and_Revenue_Overview\" >Sugarcane Processing Business Ideas: Investment and Revenue Overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q1_How_much_money_will_be_required_for_the_initial_capital_investment_for_setting_up_a_processing_plant_for_sugarcane\" >Q1. How much money will be required for the initial capital investment for setting up a processing plant for sugarcane?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q2_In_India_which_state_is_best_for_establishing_sugarcane_processing_unit\" >Q2. In India which state is best for establishing sugarcane processing unit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q3_Which_licences_a_Sugar_Processing_Plant_need\" >Q3. Which licences a Sugar Processing Plant need?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q4_Is_sugarcane_processing_a_seasonal_business\" >Q4. Is sugarcane processing a seasonal business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q5_Is_it_possible_to_export_the_products_of_a_sugarcane_processing_plant\" >Q5. Is it possible to export the products of a sugarcane processing plant?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Q6_Which_Government_scheme_helps_startups_for_sugarcane_processing_units\" >Q6. Which Government scheme helps startups for sugarcane processing units?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#Conclusion_A_Manufacturing_Sector_Built_for_the_Long_Term\" >Conclusion: A Manufacturing Sector Built for the Long Term<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/#References_and_Further_Reading\" >References and Further Reading<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Business_with_Deep_Roots_and_Strong_Returns\"><\/span><strong>A Business with Deep Roots and Strong Returns<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sugar cane processing is one of the oldest and most viable agro industrial business ventures in India. The sugarcane plant has a nearly complete value chain, from refined sugar to ethanol, bagasse boards to organic fertiliser. A Sugarcane Processing Plant provides startup entrepreneurs and MSME investors with both safety and scale when it comes to investing in a raw material supply chain that has a constant demand in the domestic market and is actively supported by the government. As per the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fao.org\/faostat\/en\/\">data published by Food and Agriculture Organization (FAOSTAT)<\/a>, India is the second largest producer of sugarcane in the world and <a href=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/sugarcane-bagasse-products\/\">sugarcane<\/a> manufacturing ecosystem is developing at a fast pace. This article guides you through the viable business models, government incentives, import-export possibilities and practical project management.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_the_Sugar_Industry_Remains_a_Strong_Manufacturing_Opportunity\"><\/span><strong>Why the Sugar Industry Remains a Strong Manufacturing Opportunity<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>India produces hundreds of millions of tonnes of sugarcane every year and is one of the biggest sugar producers in the world. The overall picture of the sugar industry in India is presented by the National Federation of Cooperative Sugar Factories (NFCSF) which provides the season-wise sugar production data, which is always indicative of a well-developed manufacturing base and increasing demand for value added processing.<\/p>\n<p>Besides, the demand for sugar cane-based ethanol has gone up significantly due to the introduction of the National Biofuel Policy and the government&#8217;s decision to blend ethanol in petrol with 20% target. This one change in policy has created a new revenue stream for sugarcane mills. In addition to this, there are always increasing orders of sugar and its by-products from around the world. This is a sector that is both stable at home and has export upside for entrepreneurs considering manufacturing investment.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-section-id=\"1kc9iiu\" data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"196\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Read_the_Complete_Book_Here_The_Complete_Book_on_Sugarcane_Processing_and_By-Products_of_Molasses_with_Analysis_of_Sugar_Syrup_and_Molasses\"><\/span>Read the Complete Book Here: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/books\/book\/complete-book-on-sugarcane-processing-by-products-molasses-with-analysis-sugar-syrup-molasses\/isbn-9788178331447\/zb,,18b41,a,0,0,a\/index.html\">The Complete Book on Sugarcane Processing and By-Products of Molasses (with Analysis of Sugar, Syrup and Molasses)<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government_Policies_and_Incentives_Supporting_Sugarcane_Manufacturing\"><\/span><strong>Government Policies and Incentives Supporting Sugarcane Manufacturing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Inefficient sugar industry and allied manufacturing activities have been provided with support through various policy instruments by the Government of India. New entrants to this market segment may benefit from a variety of financial and regulatory incentives to lower barriers to entry and speed up returns.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Government_Schemes_to_Know\"><\/span><strong>Key Government Schemes to Know<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Sugar Development Fund (SDF) offers loans at sustainable interest rate to sugar mills for upgradation and expansion. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cgtmse.in\">MSME Credit Guarantee Fund Trust (CGTMSE)<\/a> \u00a0is a scheme that offers collateral-free loans to the small and medium processing units (MSMEs) which is essential for first generation entrepreneurs who may not have any property assets to provide for loan.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mofpi.gov.in\">Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI)<\/a> provides funds for the infrastructure under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) to agro-processing startups, including integrated agro-processing clusters. Further, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme benefits the manufacturers indirectly in the value-added segments of sugarcane like organic sweetener and nutraceutical etc. To avail the benefits of the Startup Registration and tax exemption, entrepreneurs can visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.startupindia.gov.in\">Startup India portal of DPIIT.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multiple_Business_Ideas_Within_Sugarcane_Processing_Manufacturing\"><\/span><strong>Multiple Business Ideas Within Sugarcane Processing Manufacturing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sugar cane is not a mono-crop. Its processing chain produces several commercial products with different demand curve, investment amount and buyer ecosystems. The top business ideas for startups &amp; MSME investors are given below:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_White_and_Refined_Sugar_Manufacturing_Unit\"><\/span><strong>1. White and Refined Sugar Manufacturing Unit<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Establishing a refined sugar factory continues to be the most obvious way to enter the sugarcane processing industry. It consists of crushing sugarcane to obtain sugarcane juice, clarifying and filtering the juice, removing the water from the juice and crystallization of the sugar. A small\/mid-size plant (around 500 tonnes per day) can be used for institutional, FMCG companies and direct retail markets. The capital investment for such a plant is usually in the range of \u20b93 crore to \u20b98 crore depending upon the level of automation and cost of land. In order to secure the continuous availability of raw materials, sugarcane seasonality should be taken into consideration and linkages with the farmers over the long-term must be established.<\/p>\n<p>The more that juice extraction is combined with by-product processing such as bagasse and molasses, the greater the opportunity to enhance unit economics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.apeda.gov.in\">APEDA (Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority)<\/a> registration is a requirement for export-oriented units to avail export incentive and market linkage support.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_high-return_business_ideas_based_on_your_budget_ROI\"><\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/startup-selector\">Find high-return business ideas based on your budget &amp; ROI<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Ethanol_Distillery_from_Sugarcane_Molasses\"><\/span><strong>2. Ethanol Distillery from Sugarcane Molasses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Today the most important business opportunity in the sugarcane processing value chain is arguably the production of ethanol from molasses. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas monitors the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme which is responsible for providing assured off-take agreements with oil marketing companies. This is useful for ethanol distillers, as it offers them a certain level of stability in their income streams, as compared to relying on the open market. The cost of a standalone molasses-based distillery depends on the size of the plant and effluent management system. The investment range is from around \u20b95 crore to \u20b915 crore based on the capacity of the distillery. The business logic is simple: oil marketing companies buy ethanol at government-specified prices, so there&#8217;s no volatility in the price. Furthermore, excess ethanol can be used in the pharmaceuticals, chemicals and sanitiser production industry.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35231\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35231\" style=\"width: 1200px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35231\" src=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176.jpg\" alt=\"Sugarcane processing plant business in India\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-512x768.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163428.176-920x1380.jpg 920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35231\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sugarcane processing offers business opportunities in sugar, ethanol, jaggery, bagasse and compost production.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Jaggery_and_Khandsari_Sugar_Manufacturing\"><\/span><strong>3. Jaggery and Khandsari Sugar Manufacturing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The jaggery, popularly known as \u2018gur&#8217; is a new and emerging domestic and export market for natural and chemical-free sweeteners. Consumer health consciousness is resulting in a huge demand for jaggery in packed and bulked forms. A jaggery manufacturing unit is low on capital requirement, a small unit requires as little as \u20b920 lakh to \u20b950 lakh, which is suitable for the first-generation entrepreneurs of the sugarcane-producing states. The semi refined sugar production is called Khandsari sugar which is suitable for mid-market between raw jaggery and fully refined sugar. Both products have good market penetration in the export markets such as the Middle East, Southeast Asia and UK.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibef.org\">India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF) <\/a>has published various sector reports which establish the fact of the rapid growth in exports of packaged jaggery. The food safety and quality certifications are the main differentiators to gain a premium price for brands willing to stand out from the commodity pricing game.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Article_Profitable_Sugarcane-Based_Business_Ideas_in_India_Ethanol_Jaggery_Bio-Energy_Guide\"><\/span>Related Article: <a href=\"https:\/\/niir.org\/blog\/profitable-sugarcane-business-ideas\/\">Profitable Sugarcane-Based Business Ideas in India: Ethanol, Jaggery &amp; Bio-Energy Guide<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Bagasse-Based_Manufacturing_Boards_Paper_and_Bioenergy\"><\/span><strong>4. Bagasse-Based Manufacturing: Boards, Paper, and Bioenergy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A rich Commercial Prospect \u2013 Bagasse Bagasse is nothing but fibrous byproduct which remains after sugarcane juice is extracted. A good commercial avenue for sugar entrepreneurs is to convert bagasse into particle boards and MDF, which the construction and furniture industries use extensively for furniture and fittings. It is also an efficient source of biomass energy and the sugarcane industry can use Cogeneration system to save on energy requirements and can export excess power to state electricity grids. The <a href=\"https:\/\/mnre.gov.in\">Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE)<\/a> provides policy support and financial incentives for bagasse-based cogeneration projects. Entrepreneurs who position bagasse utilisation as a core revenue stream rather than a waste-disposal problem can dramatically improve their plant economics. An integrated sugarcane processing plant that monetises bagasse across board manufacturing, bioenergy, and paper achieves a significantly better return on investment than a conventional sugar-only facility.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Organic_Compost_and_Bio-Fertiliser_from_Press_Mud\"><\/span><strong>5. Organic Compost and Bio-Fertiliser from Press Mud<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The organic matter and micronutrients content in Press mud, filter cake residue from sugarcane juice clarification is rich. Press mud conversion to Organic compost\/bio-fertiliser is a growing business opportunity particularly in the times when the demand for organic inputs in Indian agriculture is increasing rapidly. The movement of the government on natural farming along with the PM Pranam scheme for the provision of subsidies on chemical fertilisers has thus provided a positive policy framework for the bio-fertiliser manufacturers. Entrepreneurs can check the portal of Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers for scheme details and registration. The investment required for a press mud-based compost unit is minimal, ranging from \u20b910 lakh to \u20b930 lakh, and local farmers or agro-input companies can use the compost. This model seems to be suitable as an additional revenue stream for an existing sugar mill operating with press mud as by-product.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Import%E2%80%93Export_Opportunity_Analysis_for_Sugarcane_Products\"><\/span><strong>Import\u2013Export Opportunity Analysis for Sugarcane Products<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>India&#8217;s exports of sugar have increased significantly, with shipments of several million tonnes per year going to Indonesia, Bangladesh, Somalia, Sudan and Sri Lanka. Sugar exports are regulated by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dgft.gov.in\">Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) <\/a>which decides on export quotas from time to time. Processing units founded with export potential should have to apply for registration with APEDA which offers export assistance support for agro-food entrepreneurs by providing subsidies and market linkage.<\/p>\n<p>India imports raw sugar in small amounts for refining purposes and then re-exports \u2014 providing an opportunity for the entrepreneurs who have processing facilities located at the ports. Furthermore, jaggery and organic sweetener exports have boomed due to the health minded people of Europe, North America and the gulf countries. For entrepreneurs who opt to get FSSAI, Organic and Halal certified their products can avail of premium pricing in these export segments.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_MSME_Success_Stories_in_Sugarcane_Processing\"><\/span><strong>Indian MSME Success Stories in Sugarcane Processing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Balrampur_Chini_Mills_Scale_Through_Integration\"><\/span><strong>Balrampur Chini Mills: Scale Through Integration<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">Balrampur Chini Mills, promoted by Vivek Saraogi\u2019s management team from Uttar Pradesh, ranks among India\u2019s biggest integrated sugar-producing units. Balrampur&#8217;s uniqueness lies in its pioneering initiative in investing in distillery capacity along with sugar production. The company made ethanol production a complementary business line to sugar, thereby safeguarding itself from sugar price fluctuations. The advice for the new business owner is simple: start figuring it out to integrate from the beginning, even if it&#8217;s small. The addition of an ethanol or cogeneration unit with a sugar plant will have a positive impact on return on equity over five to seven years.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dhampur_Bio_Organics_Value-Added_Products_Drive_Premium\"><\/span><strong>Dhampur Bio Organics: Value-Added Products Drive Premium<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dhampur Bio Organics, under the umbrella of the Dhampur Sugar group, shifted its focus midcourse to specialty sugars and organic sweeteners, which offer much higher margins than commodity sugar. The introduction of pharma grade dextrose and speciality sweeteners and biochemicals from molasses put Dhampur in a niche position in comparison to bulk commodity providers. The strategic change reflects the emphasis on value chain expansion at an early stage of the business and not just focusing on mere volume, for MSMEs.(sugarcane processing plant)<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Triveni_Engineering_Cogeneration_as_a_Core_Revenue_Stream\"><\/span><strong>Triveni Engineering: Cogeneration as a Core Revenue Stream<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">North India&#8217;s largest sugar mill company, Triveni Engineering and Industries, invested heavily in bagasse-based cogeneration. The company generated reliable power and a steady revenue stream. This reduced its dependence on sugar market fluctuations. Triveni also sold surplus electricity to the Uttar Pradesh grid. For new plant developers, the Triveni model shows that bagasse monetisation through power generation is commercially important. It is not merely a secondary activity for modern sugarcane processing plants.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Get_Detailed_Project_Report_DPR_Sugar_Production_Sugarcane_Processing\"><\/span>Get Detailed Project Report (DPR): <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/profile-projects-reports\/profiles\/sugar-production-sugarcane-processing-byproducts-sugarcane-industry-waste-utilization-growing-milling-refining-sugarcane-bagasse-sugarcane-juice-sugarcane-molasses-jaggery-ethanol\/z,,11b,0,a\/index.html\">Sugar Production &amp; Sugarcane Processing<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Planning_Your_Project_with_Professional_Feasibility_Support\"><\/span><strong>Planning Your Project with Professional Feasibility Support<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before investing in a sugarcane processing plant, extensive pre-investment analysis must be done. We at Niir Project Consultancy Services (NPCS) provide professional consulting for the preparation of Market Survey cum Detailed Techno-Economic Feasibility Reports (DPRs) for setting up new industries or businesses. Our reports contain in-depth details of the manufacturing processes, market research, market demands, flow diagrams of processes, product mix and capacity planning, machinery and raw materials, and project financials which include profitability analysis. We aim to assist entrepreneurs to assess feasibility, profitability, and the potential for scaling up before investing. A well-defined DPR can make the difference between a profitable sugar cane processing plant and a costly mistake when the project requires a high capital investment.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugarcane_Processing_Business_Ideas_Investment_and_Revenue_Overview\"><\/span><strong>Sugarcane Processing Business Ideas: Investment and Revenue Overview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Business Segment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Approx. Investment<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Revenue Potential<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Key Buyer Segment<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Refined Sugar<\/td>\n<td>\u20b93 Cr \u2013 \u20b98 Cr<\/td>\n<td>\u20b910 Cr \u2013 \u20b925 Cr\/yr<\/td>\n<td>FMCG, Retail, Export<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Ethanol Distillery<\/td>\n<td>\u20b95 Cr \u2013 \u20b915 Cr<\/td>\n<td>\u20b98 Cr \u2013 \u20b930 Cr\/yr<\/td>\n<td>Oil Marketing Companies, Pharma<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Jaggery \/ Khandsari<\/td>\n<td>\u20b920 L \u2013 \u20b950 L<\/td>\n<td>\u20b980 L \u2013 \u20b92 Cr\/yr<\/td>\n<td>Domestic Retail, Export<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bagasse Boards \/ Bioenergy<\/td>\n<td>\u20b91 Cr \u2013 \u20b95 Cr<\/td>\n<td>\u20b92 Cr \u2013 \u20b912 Cr\/yr<\/td>\n<td>Furniture Industry, Power Grid<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Organic Compost \/ Bio-Fertiliser<\/td>\n<td>\u20b910 L \u2013 \u20b930 L<\/td>\n<td>\u20b940 L \u2013 \u20b91.5 Cr\/yr<\/td>\n<td>Farmers, Agro-Input Distributors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><iframe  id=\"_ytid_19572\"  width=\"750\" height=\"421\"  data-origwidth=\"750\" data-origheight=\"421\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/t_V1ImN0-d0?enablejsapi=1&#038;autoplay=0&#038;cc_load_policy=0&#038;cc_lang_pref=&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;loop=0&#038;rel=1&#038;fs=1&#038;playsinline=0&#038;autohide=2&#038;theme=dark&#038;color=red&#038;controls=1&#038;disablekb=0&#038;\" class=\"__youtube_prefs__  epyt-is-override  no-lazyload\" title=\"YouTube player\"  allow=\"fullscreen; accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen data-no-lazy=\"1\" data-skipgform_ajax_framebjll=\"\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_How_much_money_will_be_required_for_the_initial_capital_investment_for_setting_up_a_processing_plant_for_sugarcane\"><\/span><strong>Q1. How much money will be required for the initial capital investment for setting up a processing plant for sugarcane?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The investment is quite different across various product segments. The amount required for launching a Jaggery unit is only \u20b920 Lakhs to \u20b950 Lakhs. The cost of an ethanol distillery or a refined sugar plant ranges from \u20b93 crore to \u20b915 crore or higher depending upon the capacity and automation. 1st generation entrepreneurs can start with making jaggery or press mud composting and gradually expand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_In_India_which_state_is_best_for_establishing_sugarcane_processing_unit\"><\/span><strong>Q2. In India which state is best for establishing sugarcane processing unit?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Gujarat are the top five sugarcane-producing states. They offer excellent access to raw materials. However, state-level subsidies and electricity tariffs vary. Therefore, calculate the costs before choosing a location.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_Which_licences_a_Sugar_Processing_Plant_need\"><\/span><strong>Q3. Which licences a Sugar Processing Plant need?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Registration generally involves obtaining the FSSAI registration, obtaining the GST registration, MSME Udyam registration (via <a href=\"https:\/\/udyamregistration.gov.in\">udyamregistration.gov.in<\/a>), clearance from the pollution control board in the state, and factory license under the Factories Act. Other excise and CPCB approvals are to be obtained for ethanol plants.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_Is_sugarcane_processing_a_seasonal_business\"><\/span><strong>Q4. Is sugarcane processing a seasonal business?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sugarcane crushing is a seasonal activity; most of the states in India have October and April as the crushing season. By-product businesses like ethanol distilling, composting and board manufacturing can help entrepreneurs deal with this by extending operational months and ensuring a steady revenue stream throughout the year.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Is_it_possible_to_export_the_products_of_a_sugarcane_processing_plant\"><\/span><strong>Q5. Is it possible to export the products of a sugarcane processing plant?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes. India is among the biggest exporters of sugar in the world. APEDA registered entrepreneurs may export Sugar, Jaggery and Ethanol based products. The government periodically notifies sugar export quotas, and the export logistics need to be planned accordingly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_Which_Government_scheme_helps_startups_for_sugarcane_processing_units\"><\/span><strong>Q6. Which Government scheme helps startups for sugarcane processing units?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The major schemes include the Sugar Development Fund (SDF) and PMKSY under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI). Entrepreneurs can also access collateral-free loans through CGTMSE and support through the Startup India initiative under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Ethanol and other business owners can also benefit from assured buy-back agreements with OMCs under the National Biofuel Policy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_A_Manufacturing_Sector_Built_for_the_Long_Term\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion: A Manufacturing Sector Built for the Long Term<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sugarcane processing isn&#8217;t a sunset industry-it&#8217;s undergoing transformation thanks to mandates for ethanol, the bio-economy policy framework, and demand for natural sweeteners from across the world. For startup founders, the real opportunity lies in building integrated processing units that derive value from every part of the cane: sugar from juice, ethanol from molasses, boards from bagasse, and compost from press mud. The business ideas within this sector are numerous, and most are eligible for government support.(sugarcane processing plant)<\/p>\n<p>India&#8217;s sugarcane manufacturing ecosystem is large enough to accommodate new entrants at multiple investment levels. Focus on the plan, have a good product focus, get the technical and financial assistance early on. This will allow the entrepreneurs entering this sector with multi product approach with cost discipline to create lasting businesses.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References_and_Further_Reading\"><\/span><strong>References and Further Reading<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong> Ministry of Food Processing Industries \u2014 PMKSY Scheme: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mofpi.gov.in\"><strong>https:\/\/www.mofpi.gov.in<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong> APEDA \u2014 Agricultural Export Promotion: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apeda.gov.in\"><strong>https:\/\/www.apeda.gov.in<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong> DGFT \u2014 Sugar Export Policy: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dgft.gov.in\"><strong>https:\/\/www.dgft.gov.in<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong> Ministry of New and Renewable Energy \u2014 Bagasse Cogeneration: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mnre.gov.in\"><strong>https:\/\/mnre.gov.in<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"sugarcane processing plant A Business with Deep Roots and Strong Returns Sugar cane processing is one of the&hellip;","protected":false},"author":24,"featured_media":35229,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":202,"csco_display_header_overlay":false,"csco_singular_sidebar":"","csco_page_header_type":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[17389,17419,17377],"tags":[20485,20487,20486,20484,20481,20482,20483],"industry":[12277],"class_list":["post-11317","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-food-processing-industry","category-industrial-project-reports","category-government-schemes-policies","tag-ethanol-manufacturing-business","tag-jaggery-manufacturing-business","tag-khandsari-sugar-manufacturing","tag-sugar-industry-business-ideas","tag-sugarcane-processing-business","tag-sugarcane-processing-business-ideas","tag-sugarcane-processing-industry","industry-alcoholic-and-non-alcoholic-beverages","cs-entry"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Sugarcane Processing Plant: Business Ideas, Investment<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Discover sugarcane processing plant business ideas in India, including sugar, ethanol, jaggery, bagasse and compost.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Sugarcane Processing Plant: Business Ideas, Investment\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Discover sugarcane processing plant business ideas in India, including sugar, ethanol, jaggery, bagasse and compost.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/how-to-start-a-sugarcane-processing-plant-for-the-sugar-industry\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Niir Project Consultancy Services\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2022-08-19T10:24:57+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2026-07-21T11:17:34+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Untitled-design-2026-07-21T163357.204.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1200\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"675\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"P.K. 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His core expertise spans manufacturing projects, market analysis, and business viability assessment \u2014 making his work an indispensable resource for anyone building a sustainable and profitable business from the ground up.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/p-k-chattopadhyay-466751406\/"],"url":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/author\/p-k-chattopadhyay\/"}]}},"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11317","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/24"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11317"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11317\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":35234,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11317\/revisions\/35234"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/35229"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11317"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11317"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11317"},{"taxonomy":"industry","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.niir.org\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/industry?post=11317"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}