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EU sugar production expected to drop 19% in 2026/27, tightening global supplies.
The European Union's Sugar Market Observatory forecasts a 19% year-on-year decline in sugar production for the 2026/27 season, reaching 13.4 million metric tonnes. This significant reduction, driven by adverse weather conditions, is expected to tighten global sugar supplies and support higher prices.
Key points
- EU sugar production projected to decline by 19% in 2026/27.
- Global sugar deficit estimated at 3.2 million metric tonnes for 2026/27.
- India allows duty-free imports of 1 million tonnes of raw sugar to ease domestic prices.
- Indian government imposes export ban on sugar until September 2026 to manage domestic supply.
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