Sugar & Confectionery

Kenya plans major sugar sector reforms focused on ethanol production, renewable energy and value addition to strengthen fuel security and increase farmer earnings.

Mars is investing £190 million in its historic Slough factory to expand AI-powered manufacturing, improve sustainability and strengthen the UK’s role in global confectionery production.

Tate & Lyle reports higher revenue and profit growth for FY2026 despite softer demand, while outlining cautious outlook and ongoing integration of CP Kelco.

IFC’s $40 million loan will support sugar beet cultivation in Egypt as the country targets sugar self-sufficiency and expands private-sector investment in agribusiness.

India’s cooperative sugar sector has proposed dual sugar pricing, long-term policy reforms and AI-driven farming technologies to improve farmer incomes and industry sustainability.