The demand for sorghum in India is forecasted to steadily decline from 4.26 million metric tons in 2024 to 4.02 million metric tons by 2028. This represents an average annual decrease of approximately 1.5%. In context, sorghum demand stood at 4.35 million metric tons in 2023, highlighting a clear downward trend. Year-on-year, this trend is marked by successive decreases: from 2024 to 2025, a 1.4% decrease is expected, from 2025 to 2026 another 1.4%, and similar reductions follow.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential shifts in consumer dietary preferences leading to increased demand for other grains.
- Government policy changes affecting agricultural focus or crop subsidies.
- Climate change impacts on sorghum cultivation and yield.
- Technological advancements in agriculture enhancing sorghum production efficiency.
