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Brazilian Sugar Exports

Sugar cane was introduced during the colonial period and has become one of the most important crops in the Brazilian economy. Brazil is not only the world's leading producer of sugar cane, but also one of the world's leading producers of sugar and ethanol, and is increasingly conquering foreign markets through the use of biofuels as an alternative energy source. Sugar cane is an example of a renewable and versatile crop that can be used as an essential clean energy source. The modernization of 430 factories operating in the country with the introduction of new technologies ranging from plantations to the production of sugar, ethanol and bioelectricity has strengthened the sector, recognized worldwide for its pioneering character and production efficiency. Brazil is the world's leading sugar producer and exporter, with annual production of over 40 million tonnes and annual exports in excess of 30 million. Sugar production in Brazil is concentrated in the northeast of the country, where climatic and soil conditions are particularly favorable to sugarcane cultivation. Global demand for sugar is constantly rising, and Brazil is well positioned to meet this demand. The sugar industry in Brazil is therefore a dynamic and growing sector, offering great business opportunities.