sugar industry
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Fiji to refresh sugar sector governance with merit-based board appointments
Fiji’s sugar sector is undergoing a governance refresh as new leadership invites seasoned professionals to join the boards of its key industry bodies. The merit-based push prioritizes sustainability, trade knowledge and change leadership—aiming to boost accountability, risk management and long‑term resilience for farmers and the supply chain.
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Fiji sugar sector on edge as 1,000 cane leases set to expire by 2030, opposition warns
Fresh warnings about Fiji’s sugar sector point to a looming lease cliff. With more than 1,000 sugarcane leases due to expire by 2030, opposition MPs argue tenure insecurity risks deeper production declines and hurting farmers’ livelihoods, urging urgent, systemic support beyond mere assurances.