SUGAR/ETHANOL NEWS

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- Australia’s sugar manufacturing sector has expanded steadily over the past five years, reaching an estimated value of $3.9 billion, according to new data from market research firm IBISWorld, reports AuManufacturing.The report, Sugar Manufacturing in Australia – Market Research Report (2015–2030), shows the industry grew at a compound annual rate of 2.3% over the last five years, driven largely by export demand. Strong overseas sales helped the sector offset the effects of volatile weather and fluctuating commodity prices.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- India has allowed production of ethanol from sugarcane juice, syrup and all types of molasses without any restrictions on volumes in 2025/2026, the government said in a notification on Monday.The world's second-biggest sugar producer had restricted production in the current marketing year because of a drop in sugarcane supplies.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- India's top court on Monday dismissed a petition challenging the government's move to roll out 20% ethanol-blended fuel in vehicles across the country.In 2021 India set a target to introduce 20% ethanol-blended fuel, called E20, in vehicles as part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's focus on clean energy.

Sugar stocks soared up to 20% Tuesday after the Centre lifted all quantitative curbs on the production of ethanol from sugarcane juice, sugar syrup, and all forms of molasses for the upcoming sugar season, boosting investor sentiment toward these stocks. Analysts said the move is expected to improve profitability and an anticipated uptick in ethanol prices could provide further boost to these stocks.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- The GST Council, in its 56th meeting, increased the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all goods containing added sugar, other sweetening matter, or flavouring, including aerated waters. The tax rate has been revised from 28% to 40%.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- In a significant policy shift, the Indian government has removed the longstanding cap on the amount of sugar that can be diverted for ethanol production in the 2025–26 Ethanol Supply Year (ESY). The Food Ministry issued this move on September 1, citing unprecedented monsoon-driven sugarcane surplus and a need to support the ethanol blending targets. Industry leaders have welcomed the change, calling it a “jackpot for farmers,” as it promises quicker cane payments, improved cash flow for mills, and more stable sugar prices.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- The benchmark of world food commodity prices remained largely unchanged in August, as increases in sugar and vegetable oil prices offset declines in cereal and dairy quotations, according to the new report released by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) on Friday.The FAO Food Price Index, which tracks monthly changes in the international prices of a set of globally-traded food commodities, averaged 130.1 points in August, marginally up from the revised July level of 130.0 points and 6.9 percent higher than a year earlier.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- Kathmandu: The government has allocated nearly Rs 750 million as a grant to sugarcane farmers under its incentive programme, reports My Republica.The amount corresponds to around 20.16 million quintals of sugarcane supplied by farmers from 13 districts to sugar mills.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- In an appeal to sugarcane farmers, Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunnetti urged them not to be misled by political agendas. He also warned that legal action will be taken against anyone who deliberately sets fire to sugarcane fields, emphasizing that burnt cane becomes unusable.

Sugar futures traded on ICE rose slightly this Thursday, the 28th. The October raw sugar contract was little changed, closing at 16.48 cents per pound, up 0.01 cent, or 0.06%, on the day.

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- The Global Ethanol Association (GEA) has officially launched as an independent, non-profit international organization headquartered in Switzerland.GEA’s mission is to unite resources and expertise, foster cross-sector collaboration, and amplify a powerful industry voice to unlock new opportunities

Sugar Ethanol Bioenergy Int- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government's roll-out of ethanol-blended fuel, called E20, has caused panic & confusion in the world's third-largest auto market.