188.4
million metric tons
Global Production
USDA – FAS – Sugar: World Markets and Trade
+2.9%
YOY % Change
Provenance
Sugar is primarily derived from sugar cane and sugar beets, with major producers including Brazil, India, China, and Thailand. Brazil is the largest producer of sugar, with its vast plantations primarily in the central and southern regions.
Impact
Sugar is a critical ingredient in the global food industry, and its production is a major economic driver in countries like Brazil and India. The sugar industry also plays a significant role in biofuel production, particularly in Brazil with sugarcane ethanol.
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