Sugar & Confectionery – LATEST NEWS
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India set to halt sugarcane diversion for ethanol amid tight sugar supplies
The proposed restriction comes as India enters a new sugar season with lower opening stocks and concerns over production in major sugarcane-growing states.
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Haribo cancels US$336.8M Germany factory plan
The confectionery maker will retain its existing Neuss facility and focus on modernising its German manufacturing network after shelving plans for a new plant.
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Ruto plans US$231.3M dam to expand sugarcane production at Galana-Kulalu
The proposed dam is expected to support irrigation at Galana-Kulalu as Kenya seeks to increase domestic sugar production and reduce reliance on imports.
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Kenya sugar industry earns US$258.3M in 7 months
Higher cane supplies and revived sugar mills have pushed Kenya’s sugar production higher, while increased domestic output has reduced reliance on imports and eased prices.
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Egypt’s chocolate exports reach US$251M in 2025
Egypt’s cocoa-based food exports rose sharply in 2025, with Arab markets accounting for most shipments and Saudi Arabia remaining the leading destination.