According to the most recent IBGE figures, Brazil’s sugarcane output increased significantly in September, hitting 700.4 million tons. This is up 3.1% from the previous month and 11.9% from 2022. Sugarcane plantation yield climbed by 4.2% in September, hitting a countrywide average of 77,825 kg/ha. Despite a 1.0% decline in harvested area, it is still 2.2% bigger than in 2022, with over 9.0 million hectares farmed. This expansion is ascribed to ideal climatic circumstances, including substantial rainfall in January and February 2023, no frost, and minimal water shortage during crop development.
Source: Jornal Cana (*Translated by Ia Niani)