Mauritius Sugar Cane & Bagasse Calculator
Compute total net revenue for sugarcane planters: model MSS sugar sales proceeds, statutory BETS biomass dividends (Rs 3,300/tonne sugar), molasses dividends, and SIFB insurance deductions in Mauritian Rupee (MUR).
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Harvest & Extraction Parameters
MCIA CACB ScaleNet cane weighed at Omnicane, Terra, or Alteo weighbridges.
Guaranteed pooled price paid by the Mauritius Sugar Syndicate.
Planter Harvest Settlement Statement
Mauritius Sugar Industry Revenue Streams: Statutory Matrix
| Revenue / Cost Stream | Statutory Body | Pricing Formula | Planter Entitlement | Payment Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial Sugar Sales | Mauritius Sugar Syndicate (MSS) | Ex-Syndicate Price (~Rs 28,500/t) | 78% of Total Extraction | Phased Advances + Final Closing |
| BETS Biomass Payment | MCIA / CEB Green Framework | Rs 3,300 per Tonne of Sugar | 100% of Produced Quota | Direct Bank Transfer |
| Molasses Coproduct | Distillers / Feed Mills | ~Rs 3,200 / Tonne Molasses | 78% of Extracted Molasses | Post-Crushing Settlement |
| SIFB Crop Insurance | Sugar Insurance Fund Board | ~2.5% Statutory Premium | Deduction (Cyclone & Drought Cover) | Withheld by MSS from Proceeds |
Comprehensive Regulatory Guide: Mauritius Sugar Cane & Biomass Framework
1. Multi-Product Cane Industry Model
Under the Mauritius Cane Industry Authority Act, the sugar sector has transitioned from a pure commodity sugar export trade into a circular bio-economy:
- Specialty Sugars: Mauritius produces over 12 distinct varieties of unrefined direct-consumption sugars (demerara, muscovado, golden granulated) commanding substantial price premiums on global markets.
- Planter Protection (78/22 Division): The Central Arbitration and Control Board guarantees that independent planters receive 78% of all commercial sugar produced, safeguarding smallholders against crushing losses.
2. Bagasse Energy & Decarbonization
Bagasse—the fibrous residue left after cane stalks are crushed—is the primary indigenous renewable biofuel supporting Mauritius's electricity grid:
- BETS Incentive: The Bagasse Energy Transfer Scheme guarantees Rs 3,300 per tonne of sugar produced directly to planters, incentivizing field replanting and continuous land cultivation.
- Grid Displacement: Biomass thermal co-generation plants burn bagasse during the crushing season, displacing thousands of tonnes of imported heavy fuel oil and coal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Bagasse Energy Transfer Scheme (BETS) in Mauritius?
The Bagasse Energy Transfer Scheme (BETS) is a government-mandated payment mechanism that compensates sugarcane planters at a rate of Rs 3,300 per tonne of sugar produced for the bagasse fiber delivered to co-generation thermal power stations producing clean electricity for the CEB grid.
How is sugar divided between planters and millers in Mauritius?
Under statutory determinations by the Central Arbitration and Control Board (CACB) of the Mauritius Cane Industry Authority (MCIA), planters receive 78% of the total commercial sugar and molasses extracted from their delivered cane, while the milling company retains 22% as manufacturing compensation.
What is the typical sugar extraction rate for Mauritian sugarcane?
The industrial extraction rate in Mauritius typically ranges between 9.5% and 10.5% (meaning 1 tonne of cane produces approximately 95 to 105 kg of commercial raw or refined sugar), depending on sucrose content, maturity, and climatic conditions during the harvest season.
What is the Sugar Insurance Fund Board (SIFB) premium?
The Sugar Insurance Fund Board (SIFB) provides statutory crop insurance protection against insurable events such as cyclones, droughts, and excessive rainfall. Planters pay an annual premium deducted directly from their sugar proceeds (typically around 2.5% of gross sugar value).
How does the Mauritius Sugar Syndicate (MSS) set the ex-syndicate price?
The Mauritius Sugar Syndicate (MSS) pools and markets all sugar produced nationally on premium export markets (EU specialty sugars, UK, US quota, and regional markets). It announces an advance price during the harvest followed by a final pooled ex-syndicate price after all sales contracts close.