No need to import sugar despite hike in demand

The Sugar Regulatory Administration (SRA) on Monday said there is no need for the country to import sugar despite increased domestic requirement for the commodity because local production can still meet demand.

With only two to three weeks before milling season comes to a close, SRA Administrator Ma. Regina Bautista-Martin assured the public that there is enough supply of local sugar, noting that current production levels could still cope with withdrawals at the mills.