Sugar summit: India to host Global ISO Council meet from June 25-27

India is set to host the International Sugar Organization (ISO) Council Meeting from June 25-27, in the national capital, bringing together delegates from over 30 countries to discuss critical issues in the sugar and biofuel sectors.

As the world's largest consumer and second-largest producer of sugar, India has been nominated to chair the ISO for 2024, an official statement said.

The event kicked off with an industrial tour to a grain-based distillery in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, on June 24, demonstrating India's adoption of cutting-edge technology in biofuel production.

The main proceedings begin on June 25 with a workshop titled "Sugar and Biofuels -- Emerging Vistas" at Bharat Mandapam, to be inaugurated by Union Minister for Food as well as New & Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi.

Over 200 delegates, including international representatives, top management from Indian sugar mills, and industry associations, are expected to participate in discussions on the global sugar ...