Indian Potash Limited and Jain Irrigation Partner to Advance Sustainable Sugarcane Cultivation in Gujarat
11 July 2026, New Delhi: Indian Potash Limited (IPL) and Jain Irrigation Systems Limited (JISL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote sustainable, technology-driven sugarcane cultivation in Gujarat through the adoption of precision irrigation and improved agronomic practices.
The agreement, signed on July 8 at IPL’s corporate office in New Delhi, establishes a collaborative framework to support farmers with modern irrigation technologies, capacity building, and technical guidance aimed at improving productivity while optimizing water use.
Under the partnership, the two organizations will jointly undertake surveys, design, supply, and installation of drip irrigation systems for sugarcane cultivation. The initiative will also include farmer training programmes, field demonstrations, and awareness campaigns to encourage the adoption of scientific farming practices.
The collaboration will focus on expanding the use of efficient irrigation and fertigation technologies, demonstrating precision input management, and promoting best agronomic practices for sugarcane cultivation. The partners also intend to facilitate access to available credit and government support for eligible farmers adopting micro-irrigation systems.
According to the companies, the initiative is aligned with broader national efforts to improve sugar productivity, enhance water-use efficiency, and strengthen the sustainability of India’s sugar and biofuel value chains.
Commenting on the partnership, Girdhar Loh, State Head – Gujarat, Jain Irrigation Systems Limited said, “This partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of drip irrigation in sugarcane, improving water-use efficiency, enhancing crop productivity, reducing cultivation costs, increasing farmers’ incomes, and promoting the sustainable growth of India’s sugar and biofuel sectors.”
Sugarcane is among the most water-intensive field crops, making the adoption of micro-irrigation systems increasingly important in water-stressed regions. Drip irrigation has been shown to improve irrigation efficiency while enabling precise nutrient application through fertigation, contributing to better resource utilization and potentially higher yields.
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