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EU Heading For Lower Sugar Output As Pest Attacks Bite

The European Union is heading for a significant drop in sugar output this year after fields were devastated by pests and dry weather, making the...

Nordzucker Begins Sugar Beet Campaign Amidst COVID-19 Backdrop

Nordzucker has announced the commencement of its sugar beet campaign, saying that it has upped the level of hygiene and safety measures at its processing p...

Sugar Stockpile To Keep Russia Self-Sufficient As Output Drops

A sugar stockpile from 5 years of over-supply will ensure there is enough for Russian consumers and keep exports going despite lower output in the 2020/21...

India To Maintain Sugar Export Subsidies For Third Year In A Row: Sources

India is set to maintain sugar export subsidies for a third year in a row in a bid to reduce surplus stocks and ensure domestic prices don't fall below a g...

Associated British Foods Raises Guidance After Post-Lockdown Trading Exceeds Expectations

Associated British Foods said that it expects full-year profit at its Primark fashion chain to be at least at the top end of its previously guided range af...

Brazil's 2020-21 Sugar Output Seen Record Near 40 Million Tonnes: Govt

Brazil's total sugar production in the 2020-21 season (April-March) is expected to grow 32% and reach a record 39.33 million tonnes as mills allocate more...

Tate & Lyle Says Demand Improved In June As Venues Opened Up After Lockdowns

Food ingredients maker Tate & Lyle Plc said that demand improved in June compared to the previous two months, as coronavirus restrictions eased and...

Südzucker CEO Reaffirms Improved Earnings Outlook Despite Virus

The CEO of Südzucker, Europe's largest sugar refiner, reaffirmed expectations on Thursday of better full-year profits as its sugar sector is likely to...