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Mexico's Sugar Industry Prepares for Modernization under NAFTA

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The Mexican government, private organizations, and sugarcane producers have joined forces to upgrade infrastructure, develop byproducts, and adopt cutting-edge technology to boost the efficiency of the country's sugar plants. This initiative is a response to the sector's need to improve competitiveness before the North American Free Trade Agreement (Nafta) takes effect in 2008. Pedro Colunga, deputy of San Luis Potosi and president of the Agriculture Commission, emphasized the importance of analyzing the sugarcane process and utilizing sugarcane-derived products to increase profitability. The government and industry stakeholders aim to create adequate infrastructure, employ advanced technology, and preserve the environment to face the challenges associated with increased trade activity.

Key Takeaways:

  • The regional sugarcane forum brought together government bodies, private organizations, and sugarcane producers to modernize Mexico's sugar industry infrastructure.
  • The forum highlighted the need for improved efficiency in the sector to successfully face the challenges arising from the opening up of the market under Nafta in 2008.
  • Pedro Colunga emphasized the importance of analyzing the sugarcane process and utilizing sugarcane-derived products, such as liquid sugar, to boost the sector's profitability.
  • The initiative focused on the development of adequate infrastructure, advanced technology, and environmental conservation to increase competitiveness.
  • Sugarcane producers and industry stakeholders recognized the need for modernization to remain competitive in the North American market.
  • Nafta's implementation in 2008 will require the Mexican sugar industry to adapt to new market conditions and trade regulations.

Statistics:

  • The North American Free Trade Agreement (Nafta) will become effective in 2008, affecting the Mexican sugar industry's competitiveness.
  • The Mexican government and industry stakeholders aim to improve the sector's efficiency by adopting advanced technology and modern infrastructure.
  • Sugarcane-derived products, such as liquid sugar, are considered essential for boosting the sector's profitability.

Sources:

  • Notimex
  • Corporate Mexico by Internet Securities, Inc. via COMTEX
  • Internet Securities, Inc.
  • COMTEX (http://www.comtexnews.com)

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