The Fiji Times, Author at AgriInsite

Pest and disease screening facility for sugar industry

"Fiji has inaugurated a new pest and disease screening facility for the sugar industry in Wairuku, Rakiraki. Commissioned by Minister for Sugar...

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Sugar News in English

‘Decline in cane production’

Cane production in Fiji remains below the target of 2.5 million tonnes, with a declining trend. The sugar industry, contributing 0.9% of...

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Sugar News in English

Constant breakdowns frustrate cane farmers

Rakiraki businessman George Shiu Raj has expressed frustration over the frequent breakdowns at the Lautoka Sugar Mill, causing delays for farmers and...

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Sugar News in English

Cane Growers Happy With Budget Allocation

Sugarcane Growers Fund CEO Raj Sharma welcomed the government's increased budget allocation, including $200,000 for Cane Growers Council elections and $800,000 for...

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Sugar News in English

FSC look to address issues

Fiji Sugar Corporation Addresses Farmers' Concerns Over Mill Operations Lautoka, Fiji: Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC) CEO Bhan Pratap Singh has reassured farmers...

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Sugar News in English

Institute earmarks technical assistance for sugarcane farmers

Sugar Research Institute (SRIF) CEO Dr. Vinesh Kumar announced the institute's plan to enhance technical expertise and sustainable practices with help from...

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Sugar News in English

Unapproved varieties of cane

The Fiji government and Fiji Sugar Corporation plan to eradicate unapproved sugarcane varieties by 2026, upgrade factories for better mill efficiency, and...

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Unapproved cane variety reduces sugar output

Fiji Sugarcane Issues: Sugar Research Institute CEO Dr. Vinesh Kumar reveals that 20% of Northern Division's sugarcane is of unapproved varieties, leading...