CoopeAgri has started producing Demerara sugar at its Ingenio El General Milton Fonseca Balmaceda mill, marking a new stage in the organization’s efforts to diversify its product offerings. The launch of this special sugar during the 2024-2025 harvest is part of CoopeAgri’s strategy to enter new markets and offer products with distinct qualities.
According to Oldemar Navarro, Gerente Agroindustria Caña de CoopeAgri, “El azúcar Demerara no solo significa una alternativa comercial, sino una evolución en nuestras capacidades industriales. Es una muestra clara de que CoopeAgri sigue avanzando con visión de futuro y compromiso con el desarrollo de nuestros productores.”
Demerara sugar undergoes less processing than standard sugars and retains more natural minerals. It is recognized for its large, golden crystals and is targeted at consumers interested in natural and sustainable options.
The production process required changes at the mill and involved strict quality controls. These adjustments were made possible by the technical experience of CoopeAgri’s team and support from local sugarcane producers.
Navarro added, “Con este tipo de productos queremos diferenciarnos y al mismo tiempo dar mejores oportunidades a nuestros productores, agregando valor a su caña con productos premium que abren nuevas posibilidades de comercialización.”
The initiative aligns with CoopeAgri’s ongoing plans for sustainability, modernization, and innovation as it seeks to strengthen its position in Costa Rica’s Brunca region and the wider agroindustrial sector.
