Sugar & Confectionery – Trade & Market Updates
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South Africa accelerates sugar industry diversification under phase 2 master plan to 2030
South Africa’s sugar sector pivots toward biofuels and innovation under Phase 2 Master Plan, with stakeholders targeting growth, sustainability and stronger inclusion of small-scale growers.
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Pakistan sugar industry urges government to approve exports of 767,000 tons surplus
Pakistan’s sugar mills push for exports of surplus stocks, warning of financial strain while highlighting potential to generate up to $500 million in foreign exchange earnings.
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Kenya maintains sugar import controls post-COMESA exit – FAS
Kenya keeps regulating sugar imports despite ending COMESA safeguards, as falling prices and rising domestic production reshape the country’s sugar market outlook.
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Ukraine sugar production to drop 26% in 2025/26 as EU trade restrictions, lower acreage hit output
Ukraine’s sugar output and exports are set to decline sharply as EU trade restrictions reshape markets and farmers cut planting areas despite stable yields.
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India sugar production to fall below consumptio again as lower cane yields hit output in 2025/26 season
India’s sugar output is set to miss domestic demand again, tightening stocks and supporting prices as lower cane yields force early mill closures.