ChiniMandi Podcast

About ChiniMandi Podcast

ChiniMandi Podcast is your gateway to insights and innovations shaping the Sugar, Bioenergy, and Allied Industries. Through candid conversations with thought leaders, policymakers, and changemakers, the podcast explores the future of the sugar industry, bioenergy, sustainability, agri-innovation, and India's evolving role in the global bioeconomy.

Publisher

ChiniMandi Podcast

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

9 May 2025

Latest episode

11 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Jan 2026

   E9 Decoding Ethanol Policy & Sugar Reforms with Vijendra Singh | ChiniMandi Podcast

   In this episode of ChiniMandi Podcast E9, we decode India’s evolving ethanol policy and sugar sector reforms with Vijendra Singh, Executive Director & Deputy CEO of Shree Renuka Sugars and President of the All India Distillers Association (AIDA).With over three decades of experience across India and Brazil, Vijendra Singh shares deep insights on:✅ India’s ethanol blending roadmap and policy challenges✅ Sugar industry reforms and cost optimisation✅ The future of ethanol, flex-fuel vehicles, and energy transition✅ Leadership lessons from managing large sugar and ethanol operationsThis episode offers a clear policy lens on how ethanol and sugar reforms can shape India’s energy security, farmer income, and sustainable growth.🎧 Listen to the full conversation to understand where India’s sugar and ethanol industry is headed.

2. 

   11 Dec 2025

   Ep. 8 | Sugar Industry 2030: GK Sood Predicts What’s Coming | ChiniMandi Podcast #SugarIndustry

   What will the sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy landscape look like as India moves toward 2030? And how will markets, policy, technology, and consumer behaviour shape the next decade of transformation?In this insightful episode of the ChiniMandi Podcast, Mr. G.K. Sood, Independent Director – JK India eAgriTech Ltd. and Chairman of K N Agri Resources Ltd and MEIR Commodities Ltd. with decades of experience across agro, sugar, trading, and energy sectors, shares his unmatched perspective on the future of India’s sugar economy.From market volatility and hedge fund influence to the limits of ethanol blending and the big shifts in energy and consumption, Mr. Sood discusses:✅ How sugar markets have evolved from S&D models to macro-driven volatility✅ Why hedge funds now influence sugar prices more than fundamentals✅ The future of co-products, energy efficiency, and solar adoption in mills✅ Ethanol blending: realistic ceilings, logistics challenges, and consumer impact✅ Vehicle compatibility issues and the truth about E20 readiness✅ Policy vs. business: who drives change in India’s sugar ecosystem?✅ Why green hydrogen and SAF may be limited in India—for now✅ What the sugar industry must prepare for by 2030Whether you're part of the sugar sector, energy transition, agribusiness, policy ecosystem, or simply curious about where India’s agro-energy landscape is heading, this conversation offers deep insights backed by experience, data, and practical realism.Tune in to understand the forces that will shape Sugar Industry 2030.

3. 

   24 Nov 2025

   Ep.7 | FuelBrains’ Sachin Malusare Talks Biofuels, CBG & Sustainability | #ChiniMandiPodcast

   In this insightful conversation, Sachin Malusare, Director of FuelBrains, shares how his journey in the renewable energy space is redefining value creation across India’s biofuel supply chain from procurement to production and beyond.From driving innovation in ethanol and CBG, to bridging the gap between policy, sustainability, and business growth, this discussion dives deep into how FuelBrains is acting as a catalyst in India’s green energy transformation.🌱 Tune in as we explore what it takes to power the future — one drop of biofuel at a time.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry-shaping insights.Website: https://www.chinimandi.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChiniMandiOfficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChiniMandiOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ChiniMandiOfficial Twitter: https://www.x.com/Chinimandi YouTube: @ChiniMandi #ChiniMandiPodcast #BioenergyIndia #GreenEnergyIndia #RenewableEnergy #WastetoWealth #WastetoFuel #CleanEnergyTransition #LeadershipLessons #StartupIndia #FarmToFuel #SustainableLeadership #EmpoweringFarmers #IndiaBioenergyFuture #ClimateAction #India #Biogas #BioEnergy #GovtPolicies #BioenergySector #Renewablenergy #Biofuels #CaseStudy #Startup #GreenHydrogen #SustainableIndia #EnergySector #oilandgas #Ethanol #StartupFinance #Funding #expertinsight Background Music: epic-284SH6VItem License Code: B6TUD5WMA2End Song: Relaxed Corporate by Stock-WavesMusic provided by https://protunes.netVideo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPfUJg0ydQU

4. 

   24 Nov 2025

   FuelBrains’ Sachin Malusare Talks Biofuels, CBG & Sustainability | Teaser #ChiniMandiPodcast

   What does it take to transform India’s biofuel ecosystem, from waste to wealth and from ideas to impact?In this insightful conversation, Sachin Malusare, Director of FuelBrains, shares how his journey in the renewable energy space is redefining value creation across India’s biofuel supply chain — from procurement to production and beyond.From driving innovation in ethanol and CBG, to bridging the gap between policy, sustainability, and business growth, this discussion dives deep into how Fuel Brains is acting as a catalyst in India’s green energy transformation.🌱 Tune in as we explore what it takes to power the future — one drop of biofuel at a time.🎧 “Fuel Brains’ Sachin Malusare on India’s Biofuel Future & CBG RevolutionStay tuned.🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more industry-shaping insights.Website: https://www.chinimandi.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChiniMandiOfficialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChiniMandiOfficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ChiniMandiOfficial Twitter: https://www.x.com/Chinimandi YouTube: @ChiniMandi #ChiniMandiPodcast #BioenergyIndia #GreenEnergyIndia #RenewableEnergy #WastetoWealth #WastetoFuel #CleanEnergyTransition #LeadershipLessons #StartupIndia #FarmToFuel #SustainableLeadership #EmpoweringFarmers #IndiaBioenergyFuture #ClimateAction #India #Biogas #BioEnergy #GovtPolicies #BioenergySector #Renewablenergy #Biofuels #CaseStudy #Startup #GreenHydrogen #SustainableIndia #EnergySector #oilandgas #Ethanol #StartupFinance #Funding #expertinsight Background Music: epic-284SH6VItem License Code: B6TUD5WMA2End Song: Relaxed Corporate by Stock-WavesMusic provided by https://protunes.netVideo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SPfUJg0ydQU

5. 

   13 Oct 2025

   India’s Green Energy Revolution: Col. Rohit Dev on Bioenergy, Policy & Leadership Part 2 #ChiniMandiPodcast

   What does it take to turn India’s bioenergy vision into action from the fields to the fuel tanks?In this insightful conversation, Colonel Rohit Dev, Managing Director of Reveille Energy, Deputy Director General at the Indian Federation of Green Energy and Expert Adviser at Indian Biogas Association shares how his journey from the battlefield to the boardroom is helping connect India’s rural roots with its global clean energy ambitions.From empowering farmers and enabling SMEs to building policy frameworks and leadership culture, this discussion explores what it truly means to achieve energy independence through bioenergy.

6. 

   13 Oct 2025

   India’s Green Energy Revolution: Col. Rohit Dev on Bioenergy, Policy & Leadership Part 1 | #ChiniMandiPodcast

   What does it take to turn India’s bioenergy vision into action from the fields to the fuel tanks?In this insightful conversation, Colonel Rohit Dev, Managing Director of Reveille Energy, Deputy Director General at the Indian Federation of Green Energy and Expert Adviser at Indian Biogas Association shares how his journey from the battlefield to the boardroom is helping connect India’s rural roots with its global clean energy ambitions.From empowering farmers and enabling SMEs to building policy frameworks and leadership culture, this discussion explores what it truly means to achieve energy independence through bioenergy.

7. 

   11 Sept 2025

   The Untold Truth of India’s Sugar Trade & Ethanol Future with Kiran Wadhwana #ChiniMandiPodcast E5

   India’s sugar and ethanol industry is at the center of global attention 🌍. In the conversation with Kiran Wadhwana, Chairperson - Bonsucro Board and a veteran in sugar trading, shares sharp insights on hedging, farmer security, exports, ethanol demand, and sustainability, exclusively on the ChiniMandi Podcast.

8. 

   11 Sept 2025

   The Untold Truth of India’s Sugar Trade & Ethanol Future with Kiran Wadhwana #ChiniMandiPodcast Teaser-Trailer

   India’s sugar and ethanol industry is at the center of global attention 🌍. In the conversation with Kiran Wadhwana, Chairperson - Bonsucro Board and a veteran in sugar trading, shares sharp insights on hedging, farmer security, exports, ethanol demand, and sustainability, exclusively on the ChiniMandi Podcast.From the government’s “free hedge” system to why the world closely watches India’s sugar exports, this teaser gives you a glimpse of the full podcast conversation.Don’t miss this snapshot of India’s sweet power and its global ripple effects.

9. 

   11 Aug 2025

   Grain to Green: Arushi Jain on the Future of India’s Ethanol Industry | ChiniMandi Podcast | Ep. 4

   How is India moving from maize and broken rice to E20 ethanol blending, while balancing food security, fuel demand, and farmer prosperity?In this insightful episode of the ChiniMandi Podcast, Ms. Arushi Jain, Joint Managing Director of Gulshan Polyols and Joint Secretary of GEMA (Grain Ethanol Manufacturers Association), shares her ringside view of India’s grain ethanol journey.From debunking myths around grain availability to driving the “Makka Ugao, Khushali Pao” campaign, Arushi discusses:✅ The shift from starch derivatives to biofuels✅ Supply chain dynamics and multi-grain processing for ethanol✅ Balancing poultry, starch, and ethanol industry needs✅ Farmer engagement and year-round maize cultivation✅ The future of 2G ethanol and policy priorities for the sector✅ Her leadership journey as one of the few women in agri-industry boardroomsWhether you’re in agribusiness, biofuels, policy, or simply curious about India’s green energy transition, this conversation offers an insider’s perspective on strategy, innovation, and sustainable growth.Watch now and discover what’s next for India’s ethanol industry.

10. 

    11 Jul 2025

    Rethinking Risk with Rahil Shaikh: What It Takes to Succeed in India’s Agri Trade | Ep.3 ChiniMandi Podcast

    India’s agri trade is undergoing a quiet but strategic transformation. In this episode of the ChiniMandi Podcast, Rahil Shaikh, Founder & MD of MEIR Commodities, offers a deep and honest perspective on building an integrated agri business, managing calculated risks, and navigating India’s complex sugar economy.From trading floors to manufacturing units, from export swings to ethanol strategy, this conversation unpacks the mindset, market forces, and structural shifts shaping India’s role in the global agri value chain.Topics covered:• Why India remains a “wildcard” in global sugar trade• Strategy vs speculation: Trading in a controlled policy environment• The value of backward integration & end-to-end participation• Balancing agility with asset-heavy operations• The misunderstood nature of risk in agri trade• Ethanol’s growing impact on sugar economics• Challenges of building long-term export consistency• Why India needs futures markets, but can’t build them yet• Global macro risks, market volatility & research-led trading• IPO vision, diversification, and the road ahead for agri enterprisesWhether you’re an agri trader, policymaker, entrepreneur, or just curious about India’s shifting agri-economy, this episode is filled with grounded insights from one of the sharpest minds in the industry.#ChiniMandiPodcast #RahilShaikh #AgriTrade #SugarStrategy #IndiaAgriEconomy #MEIRCommodities #CalculatedRisk #SugarIndustry #EthanolPolicy #CommodityMarkets #Leadership #Podcast #AgriLeadership #SupplyChainStrategy #GlobalTrade #RiskandReward #Trading #ChiniMandi #Trending #Exports 3Imports #Manufacturing

11. 

    11 Jun 2025

    The Silent Energy Shift: Atul Chaturvedi on India’s Food, Fuel & Agri Future | E2 ChiniMandi Podcast

    Atul Chaturvedi, Executive Chairman of Renuka Sugar Limited, explores India's evolving energy landscape, focusing on sugar's role, ethanol's rise, and the bioenergy revolution, in this interview episode.

12. 

    8 Jun 2025

    Ep.2 Teaser | ChiniMandi Podcast with the Executive Chairman of Shree Renuka Sugars, Atul Chaturvedi

    Atul Chaturvedi, Executive Chairman of Shree Renuka Sugars, discusses India's food, fuel, and agriculture future, focusing on sugar, ethanol, and bioenergy in this interview.

13. 

    10 May 2025

    From Molasses to Momentum with the Ethanol Man of India | Dr. Pramod Chaudhari, Founder & Chairman of Praj Industries

    In this powerful episode, ChiniMandi’s Sreeraman Thiagarajan sits down with ‘The Ethanol Man of India’ Dr. Pramod Chaudhari, Founder Chairman of Praj Industries, to explore India’s journey in ethanol, circular bioeconomy, and the future of clean energy. From being a lone voice advocating biofuels decades ago to becoming a global influencer in sustainable innovation, Dr. Chaudhari reflects on what it took to shape a movement before the world caught on. Topics covered The early vision behind India’s ethanol story Policy shifts and the global biofuel landscape Next-gen solutions: SAF, biohydrogen, bioplastics India’s leadership in the Global Biofuel Alliance The future of Praj GenX and engineering-led climate innovation Whether you're in energy, sustainability, agriculture, or just curious about India’s clean-tech rise, this conversation is a must-listen.

14. 

    9 May 2025

    Inside India’s Clean Energy Journey feat. Dr. Pramod Chaudhari | ChiniMandi Podcast Trailer

    What happens when innovation meets purpose? A special conversation with Praj Industries' visionary founder and chairman Dr. Pramod Chaudhari, drops on the National Technology Day, 11th May 2025. Stay tuned.

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