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Sugar industry seeks to raise ethanol blending to 27%

India’s sugar industry has urged the government to raise ethanol blending to E27, citing surplus capacity and over Rs 40,000 crore in...

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Nigeria: NSDC sees $2 billion opportunity in Nigeria’s sugar industry

Nigeria’s NSDC has urged state governments to tap into the $2-billion domestic sugar industry, citing rising import costs and stronger economics for...

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India’s Sweet Surge: Sugar Production Set to Rise in 2025-26

India’s sugar output in 2025–26 is seen rising 13% to 29.6 MMT, led by Maharashtra at 10.81 MMT. However, exports may reach...

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Why South Africa cannot afford to further weaken its sugar industry

Foreign-funded groups are pushing for a higher sugar tax in South Africa’s 2026 Budget, despite no clear health benefits. The levy has...

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South Africa to review sugar reference price as imports affect local industry

South Africa’s ITAC has launched a full review of the dollar-based sugar reference price amid pressure from rising low-cost imports. Producers seek...

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Egypt’s PM reviews plans to develop sugar industry

Egypt’s Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouli reviewed plans to revive state-owned sugar companies, reaffirming support for food security. The government achieved sugar self-sufficiency...