Managing Sugarcane Supply Chain-A Key Challenges

Abstract: Sugarcane holds importance as a cash crop with the sugar industry playing a crucial role, in various economies globally. It is essential to manage the supply chain to ensure a flow of sugarcane from farms to sugar mills and ultimately to consumers. This review paper explores key challenges to manage sugarcane supply chain in the field of seasonal variability, quality control, procurement and pricing, logistics and transportation, sustainability and environmental concerns, supply chain coordination and price fluctuations faced by the sugarcane supply chain Management, highlighting the complexities and obstacles that impact its efficiency and sustainability. The examination covers challenges related to sourcing, transportation, processing and distribution, within the supply chain. Furthermore, it explores solutions and strategies aimed at tackling these obstacles to enhance management of the sugarcane supply chain.