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ASGA CEO LUTHER MARKWART ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT Washington, DC – The Board of Directors of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association (ASGA) today announced the scheduled retirement of its Executive Vice President and CEO Luther Markwart as of December 31, 2026. “Sugarbeet growers across our nation have enjoyed the benefits of Luther’s leadership for over four decades, compiling a long list of achievements for our growers,” said Neil Rockstad, a sugarbeet grower from Ada, Minnesota, and president of the ASGA. “Luther has been a consummate professional, leading our industry on a variety of issues to position our multi-generation family farms for future success. He will leave behind a legacy of dedicated servant-leadership, defined by hard work and commitment.” Markwart will have served with distinction as the association’s CEO for 44 years, in addition to the three years he served as a regional sugarbeet grower representative for the Michigan and Ohio growers. The association celebrated its 50th anniversary this year and he was the first to serve a fully united grower organization for the domestic beet sugar industry. Over the course of his career, Markwart has taught and trained grower leaders in the areas of sugar policy, international trade negotiations, public relations, biotechnology, nutrition and litigation, along with other important areas essential to the industry. “I have been truly blessed to have worked with some of the finest grower leaders in American agriculture, as well as a tremendous staff and a team of outstanding domestic sugar representatives,” Markwart observed. “It is a distinct honor to promote and defend the American farm families across our nation who
work tirelessly to feed our nation. This work will continue as American sugar producers and our national food security remain under threat by the predatory practices of foreign competitors.” The board and Markwart have been jointly working on his planned retirement for over a year to ensure a smooth transition for the association, and to provide dynamic new leadership
for the nation’s sugarbeet growers in the years ahead. The ASGA search team will post the position on January 1, 2026, to begin accepting applications for the position. The search will be conducted by the association’s designated legal counsel, Bruce Kleven (klevlaw@aol.com), and all inquires will be treated on a strictly confidential basis.
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U.S. House of Representatives House Committee On Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson. It shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise that the topic of weeds — particularly Palmer Amaranth and Waterhemp – was on the agenda at this year’s University of Idaho Snake River Sugarbeet Conference. Those pesky weeds, most importantly Palmer Amaranth, continue to plague Idaho growers and especially Idaho sugarbeet growers, who can experience double digit sugarbeet yield reduction as Palmer Amaranth continues to make unwelcome inroads in the Western U.S. Then, on the day after the sugarbeet conference, Idaho, Oregon and Washington growers gathered for the 29th Annual Amalgamated Sugar Company meeting where they heard from U.S. House of Representatives House Committee On Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson as
well as former House Committee On Agriculture Chairman Mike Conaway. Conaway retired from Congress in 2021. Rep. Thompson and Conaway talked about a variety of ag issues, touching on a flagging ag industry, the Farm Bill, ag chemicals, how growers can and should engage with members of Congress and more. The two talked about what’s currently going on in ag when it comes to the federal government and what they expect next. The University of Idaho and Amalgamated Sugar held their annual meetings back-to-back this year to allow growers to attend both on the same trip rather than have to make two trips to different parts of the state. Of course, there were other topics presented at the sugarbeet conference, including irrigation, growers’ mental
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health and pests, to name a few, but Palmer Amaranth and, to a lesser degree, Waterhemp, took center stage due to their persistent spread and general lack of chemical control options. Clarke Alder, Amalgamated Sugar’s former weed specialist (he took a job with Betaseed last summer), took on the weed subject. One of the most telling slides Alder showed during his presentation (see Figure 1) was the distribution of Palmer Amaranth in 2025. Plenty of locations in Idaho showed up on that slide but Alder also pointed out a new location popped up in 2025: Oregon’s Union County. And that might be a little surprising as the first confirmed case in Idaho was in 2022, just three years ago. Alder pointed out some of Palmer Amaranth’s traits: • It is a summer annual but takes 8-10 weeks to germinate. • Fast growing and can grow up to 10 feet tall and up to 1-2 feet a day. • It’s dioecious, meaning it is male and female plants. This allows for a high level of genetic diversity. • There can be up to 500,000 seeds per plant. • The seeds can stay viable in the soil for 3-5 years. • It has documented resistance to HRAC 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 14, 15 and 27. Of Palmer Amaranth, Alder said, “So it’s proven to be a very adaptable plant, and it and its little cousin Waterhemp, both kind of travel together it seems like.” Alder also commented about the documented resistance of Palmer Amaranth to different modes of action. He explained, “Just to clarify, not all at the same time, but in some areas, there are up to five or six at the same time. Not here (Idaho), not yet, but there are places in the country that are highly resistant to a lot of different chemistries.” Two other traits of Palmer Amaranth distinguish it from, say Redroot Pigweed, petioles and seed heads. Alder explained, “The petioles on Palmer Amaranth are very long. It’s the only pigweed out there which, when you fold the petiole over the leaf blade, it will be longer than the leaf blade. Seed heads, that’s the other big difference between Palmer and a really distinguishing feature is it’s very, very long seed heads. They can be sometimes up to two and a
half feet long on little or big plants.” What makes Palmer Amaranth so troublesome to sugarbeet plants is how it can completely dwarf an emerging sugarbeet plant if they pop out of the ground about the same time. Figure 2 shows this well. In referring to the photos, Alder said, “The picture on the left is where the Palmer seed was planted as the sugarbeet was emerging. And you can see underneath the sugarbeet, there’s a little plant. And that’s the Palmer. So, if the beets are coming up and it’s able to put on biomass, it will outcompete a lot of weeds, Palmer included. “But the plant on the right, where the Palmer and beet were planted at the same time and emerged together, the Palmer grew so fast and put on so much biomass that it overpowered the beet. Both of these pictures were take 30 days after they were planted. So germination timing makes a huge difference with this. The picture on the far right is a picture taken on the 2nd of May. All those little red cotyledons, those are all Palmer. So it does germinate and emerge quite early in the season.” To show Plamer’s spread across the Amalgamated Sugar region, in addition to Figure 1, Alder showed this slide (see Figure 3), which illustrates how the weed has spread across the region. Alder spent a fair amount of the next part of his presentation discussing weed control pre- and post-emergence options that work and don’t work. When it comes to Palmer Amaranth, the key, he said, is to get ahead of the weed before it starts competing with small sugarbeet seedlings because they many times emerge at the same time. TURNING TO GOLTIX One product that can help in the fight against Palmer Amaranth and Waterhemp is Goltix 700 SC, he said. “So Goltix is something we’ve been working on for a number of years in terms of research and trying to get it to the U.S.,” Alder said. “We applied for a Section 18 special use last year and it was granted. We’ve been working on that since about May of last year (2024) and Western Sugar has had it for a couple of years more than we have.” He continued, “We’ve resubmitted
Former U.S. House of Representatives House Committee On Agriculture Chairman Mike Conaway. [the special use request] as of the 25th of November for crop year 2026. I’m hoping to have more adoption this year because we had zero last year. That’s actually kind of disappointing. We put a lot of work into this and we tried to get the word out and nobody used it. It’s not just for Palmer, but can be used on Lambsquarter, any pigweed and nightshades. And it is pre-emergent so it’s something we can put on even before beets are planted if you want to, but right after you plant, put it on, water it in and it will bridge the gap between planting and that twoleaf stage when you can put on more residuals. The idea of this is to get in front of the issue of Palmer in Idaho and Oregon because we’re trying to not repeat what Western Sugar and a lot of the Midwest have dealt with over these last few years where they have had 60, 80 percent of their acres affected and then had this product available to them.” REP. THOMPSON TALKS FARM BILL, GROWER ENGAGEMENT While Rep. Thompson and Conaway covered a lot of ground during their panel discussion with Amalgamated Sugar growers and then later in an exclusive interview with Sugar Producer Magazine, two things stood out in all their words: continued grower engagement with federal
officials and yes, progress is being made on the Farm Bill. “I’m proud to say that we have completed the first portion of the Farm Bill when President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill,” Rep. Thompson said. “The second title was called the Agriculture title. It should have been called the Farm Bill title. That was one of the mistakes we made.” He explained, “It is my only regret I didn’t call it the Farm Bill title. Because everywhere I go, people look at me and say, ‘When are you going to pass the Farm Bill?’ I’m thinking we did the largest investment in 30 years, but words matter, titles matter. We passed a bipartisan Farm Bill out of committee.” Now that the first portion of the Farm Bill is done, Rep. Thompson said the Agricultural Committee is working on “Farm Bill 2.0.” Rep. Thompson commented that “Not everybody agreed with it. There were some controversial things that we got into. Obviously, SNAP was one of those.” He added, “The most controversial issue is Prop 12. That is where California is trying to dictate agriculture practices to other states. Now specifically, that’s on pork. So I have a provision there that’s called ‘Save The Bacon’ provision that protects states’ ability to regulate their own agriculture and their own animal health, but you can’t dictate to other states.” WWW.SUGARPRODUCER.COM 13
NEXT STEPS We asked what the next steps are to get “Farm Bill 2.0” pushed over the finish line. Rep. Thompson said, “We’re working on it. And even though the government was shut down, I probably spent 50 percent of my time in Washington with my committee staff and they were meeting with the Democratic committee staff and with the Senate staff and signing off on different titles. “I signed off on Title IV this past week. So we’re slowly kind of checking them off as we move forward. We’re really refining; we’re still talking with, well, obviously the Democrats because there are certain things that they don’t like, as we mentioned, some of the more controversial items like Prop 12, hemp and labeling of agrochemical tools. Those are three of the biggest challenges.” He then added, “Obviously we need the President’s support with policy, and I’m not quite sure where; we’re trying to figure out where the President is on, and his team is on, hemp and on the labeling issue. I can tell you Prop 12’s gonna be part of this. I’m not back away from ‘Save The Bacon.’ That’s a slippery slope, that one state can dictate agricultural practices.” In all the discussion about the Farm Bill, ag issues and the sugar industry, both Rep. Thompson and Conaway stressed the importance of growers being front and center in engaging with state and federal legislators and other government officials. Rep. Thompson talked about his initial introduction to the sugar industry and sugar policy. “What made a difference for me was your advocacy,” he told the growers in attendance. “Those visits to the Hill where you would come and sit in my office and be able to share what you know about the policy: that was what was really a turning point for me to hear firsthand from families who worked so hard. It really came down to do I want to support a foreign producer or do I want to support an American family in terms of this wonderful industry that produces sugar.” Conaway, in commenting about his introduction to the industry and sugar policy, added, “I was unaware of the details of the policy and just as in west Texas where we buy sugar and we don’t produce it anywhere close, my
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natural inclination was to be against the program and the cost of federal tax was so much money. Misinformation about the mechanics of the program really was pretty rampant. What happened was the professional team that sugar has in Washington, D.C., whether it’s cane sugar or beet sugar, the variety of folks who are up there; there is not a better group of folks up there at telling the story. That sugar lobby is the best that’s in D.C.” Talking about growers visiting their elected officials and other government employees, Rep. Thompson said, “It is so important because you bring your story. You’re able to put a face on it and
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BOBCAT UTILITY TRACTORS Bobcat Company introduced three utility tractors, which join its tractor lineup including sub-compact, compact and articulating tractors. The UT6066, UT6566 and UT6573 utility tractors are built for heavy-duty work, while making it easier for operators of all experience levels to accomplish more. They feature 12x12 power shuttle transmissions that deliver smooth shifting without stepping into a clutch pedal. Powered by turbocharged, Tier 4 diesel engines, they offer high-power performance with impressive low-end torque, plus an efficient fuel system. The tractors offer reliable starts, swift travel speeds, long component life, easy service access and simple maintenance, as well as reduced noise and vibration for operator comfort. The climate-controlled cab, which comes standard on the UT6566 and UT6573, provides year-round comfort. The utility tractors also feature wide glass panels, convenient visibility to the 3-pt hitch, power and tilt steering, and ergonomic controls to enhance operator performance and minimize fatigue. Bobcat utility tractors feature a rear power take-off (PTO) that achieves 540 rpm at Bobcat Company engine speeds of either 1,800 rpm or 2,500 rpm for maximum power. The Category 2, (701) 241-8700 3-point hitch is key to Bobcat utility tractors’ versatility, allowing operators to take on www.bobcat.com tasks that require both non-powered and PTO-powered implements.
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8RX TRACTORS Industry exclusive John Deere 8RX tractors give potato growers the technology and configurations to optimize their production. The 8RX tractors offer the widest array of track spacing suited for potato rows, including wide space configurations in 132-, 136-, 144- and even up to 152-inch spacing, giving growers a larger footprint for putting power to the ground, the ability to turn and hold track lines easily under load, and a reduced risk of bruising during harvest with optional 16.5-inch tracks. All John Deere tractors are fully equipped with the latest technology right from the factory, including a G5Plus display, an integrated StarFire 7500 receiver and a JDLink connection to the John Deere John Deere Operations Center for managing field and machine www.deere.com data. For customers with challenging cellular connectivity, we also have our optional JDLink Boost offering satellite data connection to John Deere Operations Center. John Deere 8R 370 and 410 hp models are available with electric variable transmission (EVT) that allows customers to pick precise speeds, with higher efficiency and power but also has the ability to offboard electrical power to implements. This John Deere exclusive technology enables growers, through partnership with Spudnik potato harvesters, to independently control the AirSep system, refining fan speed for any condition independent of harvest speed.
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MAGNUM ROWTRAC The Case IH Magnum Rowtrac lineup includes three innovative and cost-effective models ranging from 355 to 405 engine horsepower. Paired with your choice of a CVXDrive or PowerDrive transmission and a field-proven Case IH track drive system, the Magnum Rowtrac can be configured as the ultimate potato-harvesting or planting tractor for your operation. Its unique track design delivers superior flotation, exceptional traction and a smooth ride, all while maximizing pulling power and fuel efficiency. Inside, operators will appreciate a cab built for long days, featuring semi-active cab suspension, a 40-degree swivel heated and ventilated seat, and an ergonomic multifunction handle that place key functions right at your fingertips. With tread spacings from 76 to 152 inches and track widths from 16 to 30 inches, you can tailor the tractor precisely to your Case IH operation. Integrated telematics and subscription-free technology, all connected through (877) 422-7344 Case IH FieldOps, make it easy to monitor and manage machine performance in real time. www.caseih.com
9S SERIES TRACTOR The Massey Ferguson 9S Series tractor delivers unmatched performance to achieve better cost per hour for farmers, ensuring an industry-leading total cost of ownership. Five models, ranging from 310 to 425 hp, pair the powerful 8.4-liter AGCO Power engine with the Dyna-VT transmission for seamless operation under heavy loads. With up to a 15 percent fuel advantage and up to a 20 percent increase in efficiency, this series is built to be intuitive and reliable, keeping farmers working during critical planting windows. Industry-leading dependability, backed by MF Care Pro service and an extended warranty, reduces downtime and operating costs, delivering long-term value at a better cost per hour to your farm. Optimized ballast minimizes soil compaction while maximizing traction for demanding tasks. Its advanced 90 gpm ECO pump provides high flow rates, improving planting and seeding precision for better profitability. The operatorfocused cab features an ergonomic design and MultiPad joystick, ensuring comfort and control, while Protect-U technology enhances ride comfort. n
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FROM THE ASGA
LUTHER MARKWART | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Leadership Transition Educating Congress: On Repeat The year 2026 will bring big changes in the sugar and political world. For more than a year I’ve been working with the ASGA board of directors to plan for an orderly transition into retirement on December 31, 2026. Until then, there are many problems to address, and it will be a fullout sprint to solve as many as possible. Career reflections can be set aside until our work is done.
Career reflections can be set aside until our work is Surplus imports, primarily from Brazil, are being sold below their cost of done. production, making our import tariffs Congress and the administration are currently grappling with so many challenges that it is difficult to keep their attention on the significant economic hardship American agriculture faces. Your representatives in Washington work daily to tell our industry’s story. Sometimes there is no substitute for growers flying into town to tell their own stories to decision makers. That’s exactly what happened in early December. Twenty grower-leaders met with the White House, USDA, beet state congressional offices, members of the agriculture committees, and members of the Appropriations Committee to press for economic assistance. The goal was to press Congress and the administration for assistance, but they also told the story of the perfect storm that has enveloped the industry. We have an oversupplied market creating low prices and high input costs, driving unsustainable losses.
inadequate to effectively restrain them. Policymakers must do more, and they were told as much. Growers will be back again in late winter to canvas Congress and make sure your voices are heard. This requires long days and hard work from grower-leaders, but they have a huge impact. The completion of the Farm Bill is on the list of 2026 unfinished business. While we have an extension of the remaining parts of the bill through Sept. 30, we could face further delays. Shifting political winds will dictate if this crosses the finish line by the end of next year. With respect to the Farm Bill, the agricultural community feels like Charlie Brown trying to kick a field goal while Lucy pulls the ball away with each attempt. But we must get back up and push harder. We never, ever give up. Last November, our board met in North Carolina’s Research Triangle for our fall meeting and spent a day and a
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half talking with pesticide companies to see what needs to be done to protect existing chemistries and push to get new ones through the regulatory pipeline. Representatives from your coop’s ag departments joined us to engage these companies. That combination is a powerful presence to look for solutions for your problems, particularly on cercospora and weed resistance. A list of 51 action items resulted from those meetings, and the list will lengthen as we work with additional pesticide companies. Our 50th annual meeting will be held at the end of the month in Palm Springs, California, where we will focus on the multiple dynamics and challenges in the sugar market, ranging from imports to nutritional issues. How do we get policies and implementation of those policies in place in order for growers to get to a better place financially in the quickest way possible? That is our mission. Visit our website at americansugarbeet.org to register for the meeting and lean into these issues together. n
FROM THE SUGAR ASSOCIATION By Courtney Gaine, R.D., Ph.D., President & CEO
Real Sugar, Real Stories: Sugarbeet, Sugarcane Growers Share The Legacy Authentic, firsthand experiences need to be shared Every day, sugarbeet and sugarcane growers across the country carry forward an agricultural legacy that more American consumers need and want to hear about. SUGAR FARMING: FROM SEED TO HARVEST Scott Bublotz of Hector, Minnesota, walks through a sugarbeet field ready for harvest, marveling at the results of seeds planted in April. Cradling a sugarbeet in his hands, he sees more than a crop — it’s his livelihood and his passion. “I wish more people knew that sugar, the real sugar that they have, is grown right here,” Bublotz says. While sugar is on most people’s shopping lists, few are familiar with the field-to-factory process that puts those bags of sugar on grocery store shelves across the country. Bublotz and his fellow growers take pride in growing the gold standard for sweetness. Their dedication, rain or shine, helps Americans celebrate life’s important milestones and memories generation after generation. SHOWING HOW REAL SUGAR IS GROWN BUILDS CONSUMER TRUST Sugar is often part of national dialogue on nutrition, food processing and sustainability. Consumers want to know where their food comes from, how it’s produced and that their voices are heard. Now more than ever, transparency and authenticity are key. Consumers want assurance that farmers share their concerns — producing safe, high-quality and sustainable food. American sugarcane and sugarbeet growers dedicate their lives to these goals. Their expertise and integrity make them credible messengers, and when they speak up, it strengthens
consumer confidence and shapes the conversation about real sugar’s origins and role in our food. It’s no surprise that survey after survey show farmers are the most trusted actors in the food system. “Talk to growers. Take a look at where they are planting and see what it’s like to harvest,” said Richard Russell of Russell Livestock in Basin, Wyoming. “Knowing where your ingredients come from matters … and knowledge is key.” When consumers meet sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers and watch them at work, perceptions change. Real sugar is grown by real people, and connecting with growers and family farms makes it tangible. Transparency and craftsmanship draw people in, turning sugar from an ingredient into a story. By meeting growers and buying their produce, consumers support communities and the multigenerational legacy of American farms. “Sugarcane farmers and sugarcane help communities in my area thrive,” said Ross Noel of Noel Sugars in Donaldsonville, Louisiana. Noel understands the importance of supporting his community and his family’s proud tradition of growing sugarcane. “I’m following in the footsteps of my dad, grandpa and great grandfather,” he said. “It’s my turn to carry on the legacy they set in front of me.” MULTIGENERATIONAL LEGACY OF U.S. SUGAR GROWERS Growers feel a strong sense of responsibility to their ancestors, their children and consumers, according to Lance Gaudet of Wood Farms in Napoleonville, Louisiana. “What’s rewarding to me as a farmer is that this land is the same land my grandfather and great uncles farmed on,” he said. “Farming real sugar isn’t just my job. It’s my family’s legacy and hopefully I can pass this on to my children, and they can do the same thing.”
AMPLIFYING GROWER STORIES THROUGH FARM-TO-TABLE INITIATIVES Nothing is more powerful than authentic, firsthand experience. The Sugar Association amplifies grower voices by working with companies to bring consumers face-to-face with the people behind real sugar — both online and in person. Our virtual farm-to-table experience lets people explore beet and cane farming from anywhere, while in-person tours give influencers a firsthand look at the journey from field to table. Last year’s tour was hosted by Michigan Sugar Company, and a tour in January will feature sugarcane and will be hosted by U.S. Sugar Corporation. These events have proven that the more people see where sugar comes from, the more they trust it and the more confident they are about including real sugar in their families’ diets. While National Real Sugar Day on October 15 is our formal day to celebrate real sugar and the dedication of the growers and processors who make it possible, in today’s complex conversations about food and nutrition, we need to be sharing sugar’s story straight from to table every day. www.sugar.org/about/realsugarday/ IT’S UP TO ALL OF US TO KEEP THE STORY GROWING: • Share online: Post photos, videos and stories from your farm on social media. • Open your farm: Host tours for consumers and schools. • Engage local media: Speak with journalists to highlight your farm and community. • Celebrate every day: Make every day National Real Sugar Day by telling your story and connecting people to where their food comes from. The Sugar Association features community profiles on our Sugar Packet Blog. n WWW.SUGARPRODUCER.COM 21
FROM THE ASA
BY ROB JOHANSSON, DIRECTOR OF ECONOMICS & POLICY ANALYSIS
Ringing In 2026, Huge Global Sugar Production Forecast ASA diligently following world sugar trading Sitting at the start of a new year, it can be hard to predict what 2026 will bring for our farmers and sugar markets. Yet there is one thing we can count on year after year: sugar will continue to be among the world’s most distorted commodity markets. USDA projects that the 2025/26 global sugar output will exceed 189 million metric tons – the highest in eight years. Large amounts of subsidized sugar and the unfair foreign trade practices that skew the international sugar market continue to threaten our family farms.
If the U.S. were to allow unfettered access to its sugar market, subsidized foreign sugar would flood in and be sold at prices that would drive our own sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers out of business. Because sugar is such an important food ingredient, virtually all sugarproducing countries offer government subsidies, market protections or trade restrictions to their domestic sugar industries. Approximately 70 percent of the world’s sugar exports come from just three countries – Brazil, India
and Thailand – each of which heavily subsidize their own sugar producers. For example, a 2024 U.S. government report found that India subsidizes its domestic industry by as much as $17.6 billion a year. This is an issue that the American Sugar Alliance tracks closely. Each year, we compile an annual snapshot of country-by-country sugar supports using USDA’s Global Agricultural Information Network reports. Those subsidies often fuel overproduction. Then, instead of allowing their own markets to be flooded with cheap sugar – harming their own farmers – those countries dump their excess sugar on the global market at bargain prices. That drives world sugar prices down below what it costs to produce that sugar in the first place. Foreign countries still charge a higher price for sugar sold in their own market. If the U.S. were to allow unfettered access to its sugar market, subsidized foreign sugar would flood in and be sold at prices that would drive our own sugarbeet and sugarcane farmers
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out of business. That means the loss of family farms and American manufacturing jobs. Unlike most foreign countries, American sugarcane and sugarbeet farmers and workers meet some of the highest labor, environmental and food safety standards. And our farmers and workers are among the most efficient in the world. Yet, without a playing field leveled in part by U.S. sugar policy, they’d be forced to compete in a global system distorted by subsidies and state intervention that suppress prices and undermine competition. That wouldn’t be fair, and it wouldn’t benefit America. We know that food security is national security. The U.S. sugar industry has worked hand-in-hand with Congress and the administration to foster a fair market in the U.S. That starts with strong trade rules and robust enforcement. Stay up to date with the latest trade developments by following the American Sugar Alliance on social media or subscribing to our Sugar Beat newsletter at SugarAlliance.org. n
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