The Sugar Industry Blog

Real Sugar, Real Stories: Sugar Beet and Sugar Cane Growers Share the Legacy

Every day, sugar beet and sugar cane growers across the country carry forward an agricultural legacy that more American consumers need and want to hear about.

Kenneth Gravois, LSU AgCenter, St. Gabriel, LA

June 7, 2018
Kenneth has dedicated his life to the sugar cane industry, and making it an enjoyable part of people's lives.

Donna’s Oatmeal Crispies

May 25, 2018
Enjoy these oatmeal crispie cookies that use granulated sugar to create the perfect cookie texture and elongate freshness!

Joel Gasper, Crookston, Minnesota

May 7, 2018
Joel wasn’t just born into sugar beet farming, he was a mere 16 years old when he bought his first shares in the American Crystal Sugar Company.

Cherry Hand Pies

April 25, 2018
Put coarse sugar to use in making these adorable cherry hand pies, offering the perfect finish and delightful crunch!

Test Your Sugar IQ

April 16, 2018
We all know sugar is sweet—but there’s much more to the story. Did you know that it has lots of functional purposes in foods and recipes beyond simply adding sweetness?

Explore What Makes Each Type of Sugar Unique

April 16, 2018
We put together this handy guide to help you learn more about each type of sugar.

Classic Buttercream Frosting

January 25, 2018
Use confectioners’ sugar, also known as powdered sugar, to make this creamy buttercream frosting for all your sweet treats

Sugar’s Journey from Field to Table: Sugar Beets

December 18, 2017
Let's take a look at the process for sugar beets and how they get from the field to your kitchen pantry.
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