Sugar & Confectionery – LATEST NEWS
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Mars invests US$255M to transform UK Slough factory into AI-driven manufacturing hub
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.
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Tate & Lyle revenue FY2026 rises to US$2.3B as profit Jumps 49%
Tate & Lyle reports higher revenue and profit growth for FY2026 despite softer demand, while outlining cautious outlook and ongoing integration of CP Kelco.
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IFC commits US$40M loan to boost Egypt’s sugar beet production, self-sufficiency goals
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.
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India Sugar Federation proposes dual sugar pricing, policy reforms to support farmers and mills
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.
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South Africa sugar industry sees strong start to 2026/27 season
South Africa’s sugar industry has recorded a strong rise in early cane deliveries, although import pressures and Tongaat Hulett’s uncertainty continue to threaten the sector.