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Why are sugar mills located within the cane producing regions?

The sugar mills are located within the cane producing regions because of the following reasons :


● It is a crop that loses its weight within an extremely short period.


● The sucrose content available in it begins to reduce from the moment it is harvested in the fields.


● So, it is important to crush it immediately so that the sucrose level remains intact.


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