Posts By FBC News
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35Sugar News in EnglishFiji innovates sugarcane harvesting
Fiji's sugar industry faces challenges in hilly areas like Drumasi and Malele due to a lack of specialized harvesters. To address this,...
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40Sugar News in EnglishFiji : Sugar crush surge brings early economic gains
The sugar industry has had a strong start to the crushing season, with 164,807 tonnes of cane processed—up 18.5% from last year....
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56Sugar News in English
Fiji : New sugar price sparks hope for farmers
The government has set a record sugarcane price of \$105 per tonne for 2025–26, up from \$91.38 last year. Finance Minister Biman...
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77Sugar News in EnglishFiji: Nawaicoba farmers hopeful for strong sugarcane season
As the 2025 crushing season begins, Nawaicoba farmers are optimistic due to good weather, strong crop growth, and timely support. Farmer Taslim...
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83Sugar News in EnglishFiji : 21 cane farmers receive assistance under grant program
Over 20 farmers have received aid under the New Farmers/Lease Premium Grant Program, aimed at supporting land acquisition and lease renewals. The...
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125UncategorizedFiji: Sugarcane farmers ready for new crushing season
Fiji’s Sugar Industry Tribunal has announced the 2025 crushing season dates: Lautoka Mill starts June 11, Labasa on June 17, and Rarawai...
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116Sugar News in EnglishFiji Cabinet approves special sugarcane payment
The Cabinet has approved a special sugarcane payment of over \$7.6 million to support farmers ahead of the 2025 crushing season. This...
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107Sugar News in EnglishSugarcane growers to benefit from partnership
The Sugar Cane Growers Fund has partnered with Allied Motors Pacific to offer after-sales services for Case harvesters, benefiting over 10,260 growers...
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223Sugar News in EnglishSugarcane farmers focus on growth and innovation
Sugarcane farmers in the Northern Division remain committed despite low payments, focusing on increasing supply and productivity. Government incentives support growers as...
