At the beginning of this century, the sugar industry of this Caribbean nation suffered a setback in its production, especially due to falling prices on the international market.
To reverse this phenomenon, they are approaching the U.S. market with multiple shipments to South Florida, Nation News’ digital website highlights.
Agricultural Management Company executive Orlando Atherley explained that the idea is to produce small quantities and diversify into other products. They also make Molasses B, a derivative that contains less sugar, he explained.
We don’t want to produce and sit around so we start making B molasses and that increases the amount available to traders and we produce sugar for the market.
Once the demand for sugar increases, we will produce more sugar and more C-molasses, which is still better than any imported product, Atherley explained.
Barbados’ sugar industry is the legacy of a Caribbean nation that dates back to the 17th century. At the end of each harvest season, Barbadians celebrate the production, a fact that constitutes one of their main celebrations.
According to experts, the event is a mix of Barbadian heritage, culture, music, dance, food and arts. It is the most important festival of the year, attracting more than 100,000 people from all over the world.
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