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Philippines sugar industry: From crisis to destruction

The Philippine sugar industry faces a deepening crisis as falling millgate prices, rising imports, and weak policy implementation threaten farmers’ livelihoods. Despite...

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Sugar News in English

When energy security shapes the sugar economy : Editorial by Uppal Shah

Rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia and surging crude oil prices are highlighting the importance of food and fuel security. Higher oil...

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Sugar News in English

Nigeria : BOI, NSDC set up N10 billion fund for greenfield sugar projects

Nigeria has launched a ₦10 billion Sugar Project Acceleration Fund to support greenfield sugar projects and strengthen the domestic sugar industry. Managed...

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Wheat News in English

Wheat production is likely to drop in 2026 – FAO

Global wheat production is forecast to decline about 3% to 810 million tonnes in 2026 as farmers in major producers reduce sowings...

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Ethanol & Bioenergy News in English

Maharashtra govt says ethanol policy allows use of surplus grain; clarifies maize not procured for fuel

India will implement 20% ethanol blending in petrol from April 1, 2026, under the National Biofuels Policy. Ethanol can be produced from...

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Sugar News in English

Season 2025–26 : Maharashtra sugar production reaches 956.91 lakh quintals; 126 mills close including all 39 from Kolhapur

Maharashtra’s 2025–26 sugar season is nearing completion, with 126 of 210 mills already closed. Mills have crushed 1,010.99 LMT of cane, producing...

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Rice News in English

Indonesia Clears First 2,280 Tons of Rice for Export to Saudi Arabia

Indonesia has approved rice exports to Saudi Arabia after confirming that supplies from Perum Bulog meet international food safety standards. About 2,280...