Nordzucker begins 2026/2027 campaign at European sugar factories; CO2 reductions halfway to 2030 target
Nordzucker begins 2026/2027 campaign at European sugar factories; CO2 reductions halfway to 2030 target Nordzucker AG | Communications & Public Affairs | Nicole Dinter | Tel: +49 531 2411-158 Email: nicole.dinter@nordzucker.com | www.nordzucker.com Nordzucker starts the 2026/2027 campaign – factories well prepared Nordzucker will begin processing sugar beet at its European sugar factories in early September. The production sites have been thoroughly prepared for the campaign, with the focus on health and safety, quality and efficiency. Due to weather conditions, beet yields have not developed optimally in most growing regions. Braunschweig, 1 September 2026 – In the coming days, Nordzucker will launch the 2026/2027 campaign at its European sites. The two Polish sites, Chełmża and Opalenica, will kick off the campaign, followed by Lithuania, Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Finland. As in previous years, organic sugar beet will be processed first at the Schladen (Germany) and Nykøbing (Denmark) sites. The Nordzucker factories have made intensive use of the period between campaigns to carry out extensive maintenance, repair and modernisation work. “Due to the weather this year, the beet has not developed optimally so far in many of Nordzucker’s growing regions. However, weather conditions in the coming weeks will remain crucial for the beet’s further growth and the development of its sugar content right up to harvest,” says Lars Gorissen, CEO of Nordzucker AG. Plant diseases such as SBR remain under scrutiny Furthermore, the spread of the Schilf-Glasflügelzikade* and the associated beet diseases SBR and stolbur remain a key concern. These diseases can affect the sugar content and processing of the beets and reduce sugar yield. Nordzucker is continuously monitoring developments and utilises comprehensive monitoring systems to assess the situation in the growing regions and, on that basis, to devise measures for crop advisory services and recommendations for growers. At the same time, the company continues to rely on close cooperation with research institutes, ministries and authorities. “The success of a campaign depends on close cooperation between many stakeholders along the value chain. From our growers, through our agricultural colleagues and beet logistics teams, to the staff at our factories – numerous teams work hand in hand to ensure the safe and reliable processing of the beet and the supply of sugar to our customers. I wish everyone a successful campaign,” emphasises Gorissen. ...