www.sugarethanolbioenergy.com - 🏭🇮🇳 Indian Investor Proposes Sugar Factory in Guyana 🍬🤝
www.sugarethanolbioenergy.com - 🏭🇮🇳 Indian Investor Proposes Sugar Factory in Guyana 🍬🤝
The government of Guyana has received a proposal from an Indian investor to establish a small sugar factory at Skeldon, one of its sugar estates. This proposal is part of wider efforts to revitalize the sugar sector, including plans to restart cane planting and increasing production.
Approximately 5,000 hectares of cane planting has already begun at Skeldo n, with about 1,000 hectares expected to be completed by the end of the year. Alongside this, vate cane farmers holding about 10,000‑12,000 acres are being engaged in the process. There is also a separate proposal from Trinidad to build a white sugar refinery in Guyana.
Agricultural revival: This factory could help Guyana restart parts of its sugar production that have been dormant, particularly in Skeldon. Economic benefits: New infrastructure, jobs (both in the factory and among cane farmers), and improved local processing could boost income and reduce imports. Public‑private partnership: The effort reflects increased collaboration between government bodies and private sector / foreign investors. Infrastructure & investment needed: Establishing a factory will require capital, skilled labor, supply chain for cane, and possibly improvements in roads, utilities, and regulatory approvals. Feasibility & Sustainability: The success of the factory depends on consistent cane supply, efficient operations, cost control, and competitiveness. Pricing & Farmer Agreements: Prices paid to farmers, terms of engagement, land use, and long‑term contracts will matter a lot. Regulatory / Environmental Concerns: Land use, water, environmental impact, and local community engagement might pose challenges. Reliability of Investment: Ensuring the investor delivers, follows through, and maintains quality standards will be essential.
