Davangere Sugar Reports ₹53.75 Crore EBITDA in FY25; Continues to Drive Growth through Ethanol, Farmer Partnerships, and Sustainability

Kukkuwada, Karnataka | June 12, 2025: Davangere Sugar
Company Limited (DSCL), one of India’s oldest integrated sugar manufacturers,
announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and year ended March
31, 2025. The company posted resilient performance driven by operational
efficiency, a strong ethanol focus, and expanded farmer engagement.

 

Quarterly Performance (Q4 FY25)

  • Total Income: ₹57.48
    crore

  • Profit Before Tax: ₹2.25
    crore

  • EBITDA: ₹10.25
    crore

 

Full-Year Financial Highlights (FY25)

  • Revenue from
    Operations:
     ₹216.76 crore

  • Profit After Tax: ₹10.83
    crore

  • EBITDA: ₹53.75
    crore, marking an 8% year-on-year growth

 

Abhijith G Shamanur, Executive Director, Davangere Sugar Company
Limited

, threw more light on the company’s performance, “At Davangere Sugar,
we are committed to driving sustainable growth that benefits not just our
business, but also the communities we serve. Our strong performance this year
reflects the success of our integrated model — one that blends traditional
sugar manufacturing with green energy initiatives like ethanol and
cogeneration. As we expand our farmer partnerships and diversify into newer
cultivation zones, we remain focused on creating long-term value through
innovation, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility.”

 

Strategic Focus on Ethanol & Maize Procurement

In alignment with national policy encouraging ethanol production from
maize, DSCL is actively scaling up maize procurement from multiple regions.
This initiative supports the Government of India’s ethanol blending goals and
is strengthened by the establishment of a National Coordinating Agency through
NAFED, enhancing farmer-to-factory supply chains.

 

Strengthening Farmer Partnerships

To secure raw material availability and support farmer welfare, DSCL
has introduced several key initiatives:

  • Subsidised
    sugarcane seed and input distribution

  • Plantation
    subsidies to incentivize acreage expansion

  • Target of
    cultivating 15,000 acres of sugarcane in the upcoming season

 

Additionally, the company is expanding sugarcane cultivation into
traditionally non-cane growing areas, bringing new communities into the value
chain. Farmers are supported with timely payments, access to credit, and
training in modern agricultural practices.

 

Robust Infrastructure Enabling Scale

DSCL operates a fully integrated facility in Kukkuwada, Karnataka,
featuring:

  • 6,000 TCD sugar
    crushing capacity

  • 65 KLPD ethanol
    production unit

  • 24.45 MW
    cogeneration power plant

  • 165 acres of land
    housing five warehouses with 60,000 tonnes of storage capacity

 

This infrastructure ensures consistent supply, operational resilience,
and the ability to meet growing market demand.

 

Commitment to Sustainability and Regional Development

DSCL promotes a Zero Waste approach and actively
invests in Green Energy initiatives. Beyond its core business,
the company contributes to regional growth by generating employment and uplifting
rural economies. Its integrated, sustainability-driven model delivers long-term
value for all stakeholders.

 

About Davangere Sugar Company Limited (DSCL)

Established in 1970, Davangere Sugar Company Limited (DSCL) is today a
leading player in the sugar industry. The Karnataka-based company has evolved
from a traditional sugar manufacturer into a diversified enterprise
contributing to India’s green energy goals. With a legacy spanning over five
decades, DSCL has diversified operations encompassing sugar manufacturing,
ethanol production, and co-generation of power. The company’s efforts in
ethanol production and cogeneration reflect its commitment to sustainable
development and circular economy practices.