In Thailand, The Nation reported that the country’s Industry Ministry is planning to propose a subsidy program aimed at buying all parts of sugarcane from farmers to help reduce the burning of harvest leftovers, a major contributor to PM2.5 air pollution.
The report noted that the scheme is designed to encourage farmers to cut and sell 100% of their sugarcane harvest, eliminating the need to burn harvest stumps and leaves before the next cultivation, Industry Minister Akanat Promphan.
The move was suggested by the Cane and Sugar Board, which will coordinate with sugar producers to boost the buying quota of fresh sugarcane.
Meanwhile, the leaves and inedible parts of sugarcane will be sold to biomass power plants to use as fuel, he said.
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Tags: sugarcane, Thailand
Category: Food & Agriculture
