SUGAR OUTPUT

Manawatu Standard, Volume LVI, Issue 45, 22 January 1936, Page 5

SUGAR OUTPUT

PLAN FOR REDUCTION. There are reports of a British plan providing for a reduction of the sugar output of all British territories by 7 per cent, compared to the peak level. The better statistical position of sugar is considered to have improved- the prospects of closer international co-op-eration. A White Paper in July promised to examine with the Dominions and colonies the possibility of reopening international negotiations if there appeared a reasonable prospect of a successful issue. Little is known of the discussions with the Dominions since then; but the fact that the conference will open at the end of February or in Maro.li, is giving ground for optimism. The actual date largely depends on the date on which Parliament passes the new Sugar Industry Bill, since a final settlement of the internal position of sugar in Britain is necessary before the internationael situation can be discussed on a sound basis. The first reading of the Hill was completed before tile Christmas recess, “and the Bill is expected to become law soon after the reassembly. The conclusion of a new international sugar agreement is considered to depend primarily on the existence of a suitable plan. Well-informed persons declare that Britain has a plan.