date:Oct 10, 2013
much as 3 million tonnes in 2013/14, capitalizing on rising demand in the two regions.
Significant refining capacities have come up and substantial capacity is being added in both Asia and Africa and that will, in a few years, lead to about 10 million tonnes of total refining capacity in that region, said Leonardo Bichara Rocha, an economist with the International Sugar Organization.
Rapid population growth, a rising middle class and migration to cities from rural areas mean more demand for ic