Sugar & Confectionery – Trade & Market Updates
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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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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.
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Zimbabwe calls for cheap finance, new mill to strengthen sugar industry
Zimbabwe’s Parliament has proposed cheaper financing, improved infrastructure and greater milling competition to strengthen the sugar value chain and improve farmers’ access to credit