Rio Grande do Sul producers celebrate record sugarcane harvest in Brazil

Rio Grande do Sul is experiencing a successful sugarcane harvest, particularly in the Santa Rosa region, with a total planted area of 2,234 hectares and an average productivity of 55 tons per hectare. The SP 813250 variety has been notable for its high molasses and brown sugar production. The region's success is due to regular rainfall and high temperatures. However, the global sugar market is facing fluctuations, with raw sugar futures contracts at ICE Futures in New York declining. In contrast, the domestic crystal sugar market in Brazil is on a downward trend. Despite these market fluctuations, producers in Rio Grande do Sul are pleased with the harvest results, attributing them to favorable weather conditions and efficient crop management.

Rio Grande do Sul is reaping promising results in the sugarcane harvest, especially in the Santa Rosa region, managed by Emater/RS-Ascar. According to the Informativo Conjuntural released last Thursday (12), the planted area totals 2,234 hectares, with an estimated average productivity of 55 tons per hectare. Among the varieties cultivated, SP 813250 has stood out, particularly for its high efficiency in the production of molasses and brown sugar. Experts attribute the good performance to the regular rainfall observed since the second half of 2023 and the high temperatures, ideal conditions for cultivation. Currently, the average price paid to the producer is R$ 124.61 per ton. While producers in Rio Grande do Sul celebrate the good results, the sugar market faces significant fluctuations. Data from the National Bioenergy Union (Udop) indicate that raw sugar futures contracts at ICE Futures in New York started the week with a decline. Last Monday (16), the contract for March 2025 ...