insights INSIGHT European Sugar Acreage Decline ios_share
Sugar beet acreage in Europe is expected to contract by 5% to 8% in 2025 due to a steep 30% price decline in 2024.
Despite recession fears, sugar consumption historically holds up well, even increasing during non-financial recessions.
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insights INSIGHT Ethanol Demand Drives Sugar Market ios_share
Ethanol demand is a major driver of global sugar demand, with Indian blending mandates increasing ethanol usage.
Sugar plantings are not generally expanding, except in India and Thailand, where price factors influence crop choices.
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insights INSIGHT Brazil Dry Weather Limits Sugar Supply ios_share
Brazil's Centre South sugarcane tonnage estimate is much lower than expectations due to dry weather, signaling supply risk for 2025-26.
There remains considerable weather and supply uncertainty affecting sugar prices despite strong calls.
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Get the app During this episode, Tracey shares her takeaways from the recently held Geneva Sugar conference and provides an update on the cocoa market after the relative strength in recent grinding data.
Speakers:
Tracey Allen, Head of Ags Research
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