Sugar Industry Faces Survival Test Amid Rising Production Costs

Fiji's sugar industry is confronting a critical survival test as rising production costs severely impact its profitability. Sugar Minister Tomasi Tunabuna highlighted the dire economic pressures facing the sector, noting a concerning trend where the industry spends more to produce sugar while earning less in return.

"If it's costing more, that means you're spending more to get less. That's uneconomical," Tunabuna stated, emphasizing the unsustainable nature of the current economic climate for sugar producers. This situation directly challenges the viability of an industry that has historically been a cornerstone of Fiji's economy.

The minister's remarks underscore the urgent need for solutions to address the increasing costs associated with sugar production. Without intervention or adaptation, the industry's ability to remain afloat and contribute to the national economy is in serious jeopardy.

“

If it’s costing more, that means you’re spending more to get less. That’s uneconomical.