date:May 22, 2012
ions, and divert excess sugar to ethanol production, in an effort to keep prices stable for US producers. The policy was set with the 1981 Farm Bill.
The American Sugar Alliance said in a statement:We urge the full Senate to pass a new Farm Bill and also encourage the House to move a bill in a timely manner so that a new Farm Bill can be in place before the 2013 crop year.We are eager to work with lawmakers to ensure that the final bill includes a strong, no-cost sugar policy and doesnt leave A