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CBS PUBLICATION Sugar (Economics Of Agricultural Commodities Series) by Bansil P C
This volume covers most potential sources of sugar. Sugarcane, the main source, has many uses- manufacture of sugar being the main use. History of sugarcane has been discussed in a very comprehensive way. Besides the refined sugar, sugarcane is also used for manufacturing jaggery (gud), which was being produced much before the refined sugar became known in India. Sugar substitutes have also been discussed comprehensively, for example, honey plays an important role in agricultural economy.This volume in the series aims to serve as a comprehensive compilation and a storehouse of information for the students of agriculture, researchers, agricultural economists, and all those who require this information for development of entrepreneurship and utilization of the natural resources for the benefit of the country.