Sweetening Costs: Brazil’s Sugar Production Hits 18.63 Cents Per Pound

Brazil’s sugar industry, a cornerstone of global supply, is facing mounting cost challenges. Datagro’s latest assessment highlights how production economics are shifting, with implications for both domestic producers and international buyers.  

Rising Production Costs

Global Market Impact

Future Outlook

Key highlights  

• Brazil’s center-south sugar cost at 18.63 cents/lb  
• Datagro’s Nastari cites rising input expenses  
• Potential impact on global sugar trade flows  
• Pressure on mill margins and export competitiveness  
• Likely push toward efficiency and ethanol diversification  
  
  

Sources: Datagro, Reuters