Beet Sugar Market Report 2026

The beet sugar market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.58 billion in 2025 to $5.9 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to expansion of sugar beet cultivation, development of organized sugar processing facilities, rising consumption of packaged foods, availability of refining technologies, growth of domestic sugar markets.

The beet sugar market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.3 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for alternative sugar sources, rising focus on sustainable sugar production, expansion of organic food manufacturing, growing use of sugar in industrial fermentation, modernization of beet sugar processing plants. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing use of beet sugar in food processing, rising demand for organic and specialty sugars, expansion of beet sugar in biofuel and fermentation uses, growing adoption of clean-label sweeteners, enhanced focus on supply chain transparency.

The increasing preference for natural sweeteners is expected to drive the growth of the beet sugar market in the coming years. Natural sweeteners are derived from plants and fruits, offering sweetness without the use of artificial chemicals. The rising demand for natural sweeteners is driven by consumers seeking healthier alternatives to refined sugar and artificial sweeteners. Beet sugar plays a significant role in this market by providing a plant-based, natural substitute for refined sugar, offering a healthier option for sweetening products without relying on artificial additives. For example, in January 2025, the Economic Research Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported that honey production grew by 11% in 2023, reaching 139 million pounds. This indicates the growing trend towards natural sweeteners, which is fueling the growth of the beet sugar market.

Companies in the beet sugar market are focusing on product innovations, such as brown organic beet sugar, to promote sustainability, reduce environmental impact, and cater to the growing demand for eco-friendly products. Brown organic beet sugar is a natural sweetener derived from organically grown sugar beets, processed without synthetic additives or chemicals, and retains its molasses content, which gives it a rich flavor and distinct brown color. For example, in July 2023, Nordzucker, a Germany-based sugar producer, launched brown organic sugar made entirely from North German organic sugar beets. Produced at the Uelzen plant, this product adheres to certified organic standards and supports regional farmers. It aligns with market trends by offering high-quality, vegan, and locally sourced organic options while addressing the growing demand for brown sugar varieties.

In February 2024, TotalEnergies SE, a France-based petroleum company, partnered with Cristal Union to produce biomethane sustainably using sugar beet pulp. The collaboration focuses on utilizing sugar beet pulp and local organic waste provided by Cristal Union as feedstock for the BioNorrois anaerobic digestion unit. Cristal Union, a French company specializing in sugar production, including sugar beet pulp, plays a key role in this partnership.

Major companies operating in the beet sugar market are Louis Dreyfus Company B.V., Associated British Foods plc (ABF), Südzucker AG, Tereos Group, Agrana Beteiligungs-AG, Coöperatie Koninklijke Cosun U.A., Nordzucker AG, Pfeifer & Langen GmbH & Co. KG, Renuka Beet Sugar Ltd., Michigan Sugar Company LLC, Amalgamated Sugar Company LLC, American Crystal Sugar Company, Cristal Union S.A., Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, The Western Sugar Cooperative, United Sugars Corporation, Sugar Beet Food Co-op, British Sugar plc, Krajowa Spółka Cukrowa (Polish Sugar Company), Azucarera Iberia (AB Sugar Spain)

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the beet sugar market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the beet sugar market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the beet sugar market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The beet sugar market consists of sales of beet pulp, liquid beet sugar and molasses. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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