No More Imported Sugar, Local Sugar Supply Restored
ASR BSI has resumed the sale of local plantation white sugar, ending the need for imported sugar in Belize.
ASR BSI has resumed the sale of local plantation white sugar, ending the need for imported sugar in Belize.
The area representative supports the construction of a seawall by Alaia Belize resort despite some resident opposition.
The government states that Santander missed its opportunity to supply local sugar, leading to the importation of 250 tonnes to address a shortage.
San Pedro and Caye Caulker face a shortage of beverages despite the high tourism season, attributed to a supply interruption from Bowen and Bowen.
Merchants in San Pedro and Caye Caulker report a shortage of sodas and alcoholic beverages amid high tourism season, prompting questions about supply issues from Bowen and Bowen.
Santander Sugar Group seeks permission to sell locally produced sugar in Belize to address supply shortages and offer lower prices than imported sugar.
Jose Mai, Minister of Agriculture, discusses the local sugar market and the government's stance on allowing Santander to sell sugar locally.
Banana and citrus industries in Belize face significant revenue declines due to disease and high fertilizer costs, despite efforts to improve conditions.
Minister of Tourism Anthony Mahler predicts that tourism numbers may surpass 2019's record figures due to the revamp of the Fort George Tourism Zone.
The Minister discussed efforts to secure new flights from Europe into Belize, which would be a significant development for airlift options.
The government is considering increasing the controlled price of sugar to combat smuggling and address the ongoing sugar shortage in Belize.
The price of a gallon of diesel will decrease by one dollar to 12.03 per gallon in the city starting at midnight.
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